Reports to: COO
Status: Exempt
Minimum Qualifications:
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Proven prior experience in an IT Leadership or similar role
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Experience in network management and/or help desk
Terms of Employment:
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Starting Salary: 80K+
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Annual Raise: Negotiable
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Benefits: Comprehensive health benefits
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Contract Term: 12 months
Position Description:
The mission of the Buffalo Academy of Science Charter School (BuffSci) is to provide services to prepare college students who are from a community not served successfully by the traditional education system. The Director of Information Technology (IT Dynamo / Tech Visionary) is responsible for maintaining our information technology systems and networks, performing technical tasks to develop and implement the school plan for instructional use of technology.
Rewarding Experience:
Enhancing the technological capabilities of the school and seeing the positive impact on students' learning experiences.
Primary Functions:
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Coordinate with faculty and staff to assess technology needs school-wide
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Ensure functionality and efficiency of computer and telecom systems
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Evaluate and maintain internal and host network infrastructures
Supervisory Functions:
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Directly supervise IT specialists and support personnel
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Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with school system policies and applicable laws
Duties and Responsibilities:
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Assist with the development and implementation of the school technology plan
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Institute protocols for the use of technology across all departments
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Organize and disseminate technology for school-wide instructional use
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Maintain school database and network systems
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Install and configure software and hardware
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Provide immediate on-site technical support and instruction to school personnel and students
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Work closely with school administration and faculty to identify needs
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Maintain school computers and labs
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Monitor system and network performance
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Perform troubleshooting, repairs, and data restoration
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Provide preventative maintenance and security
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Develop and administer backup/disaster recovery procedures
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Identify system-critical data to ensure sustained operations
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Provide systems analysis to ensure the needs of end-users are met
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Coordinate development and maintenance of network benchmark standards
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Update technological equipment
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Investigate, recommend, and advise administration on technology products and innovations, technology replacement, repair, and update needs
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Maintain accurate inventory of technology equipment and repair parts
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Maintain licenses and upgrade schedules
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Adhere to and promote the ethics of copyright law application
Skills:
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Leadership skills to communicate effectively with stakeholders for IT-related topics
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Specific skill-based competencies of IT systems and applications
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Proficiency with social networking software, content management systems, and website development tools, as well as applicable programming languages
Knowledge:
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Review and interpret highly technical information
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Understand complex, multi-step written and/or oral instructions
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Working knowledge of current information technology developments
Abilities:
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Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills
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Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and timeliness
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Flexibility to work autonomously or collaboratively, as required
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Excellent ability to prioritize and organize time, information, and scheduling
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Ability to analyze data and utilize a variety of equipment
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Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
How it Supports the Mission and Vision:
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Enhances technological capabilities to support instructional goals
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Ensures efficient and effective use of technology resources
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Supports a safe and functional learning environment through reliable IT systems
