POSITION FUNCTION/PURPOSE

Provides knowledge, expertise and leadership in the areas of Network, Infrastructure, Telecommunications and Security.

Manages the installation and maintenance of local area networks and data communication equipment to protect the security of the network, to ensure data integrity and retention of the district’s systems, and supervise other personnel charged with administering the servers and network electronics. This position oversees all MISD-hosted data operations and is overall project manager for all network and server infrastructure projects and responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

MANAGEMENT

1. Provide management in the areas Network, Infrastructure and Security. This includes recruitment, retention and supervision of staff.

2. Exhibit strong knowledge and understanding of the role and integration of technology in public schools.

3. Manage staff work load related to computer network(s) and servers

4. Design, install, and maintain network equipment and software

5. Install network boards, drivers and workstation software

6. Assist in trouble shooting, diagnosing and repairing network and data communication problems

7. Coordinate computer activity with remote computer sites to help alleviate the loss of data communication between mainframe sites

8. Assist in the development of budgets, network specifications and upgrades, as well as updating network policies as necessary.

9. Collaborate with the Executive Director of Technology and other district leaders to guide, develop, and maintain the district’s Long-Range Technology Plan.

COMPUTER SYSTEMS:

1. Back-up administrative LAN servers and NAS storage devices, keeping accurate records of retention schedules and disaster recovery procedures

2. Assist school personnel in installing software

3. Set and enforce security and software restriction policies on network computers in accordance with best practices. Assist operations staff with duties in the computer room.

4. Assist with other Technology and Information Management Department Responsibilities as assigned.

PROFESSIONAL GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT

1. Observe professional and ethical standards in accordance with generally accepted community standards and the Texas Education Agency code of ethics

2. Secure advance training in any new equipment, software being considered for adoption by the District.

3. Stay up-to-date professionally through the selection of quality development opportunities.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• Knowledge of microcomputer and server configurations

• Familiarity with local area network topologies, wiring schemes, and operating systems

• Knowledge of Windows personal computer and server operating system installations

• and configurations

• Knowledge of network configuration, setup, and administration (VLAN, switches,

• routers, wireless devices, etc.)

• Knowledge of data communication equipment and terminology

• Ability to effectively direct staff and communicate, verbally and in writing, with school

• personnel, systems staff and computer technicians, regarding policies and expectations

• Ability to coordinate, schedule, and monitor complex projects

• Ability to work well with a diverse population

• Ability to supervise staff and resolve conflicts

• Ability to multi-task and handle stress

Terms of contract:

According to MISD Calendar.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made if necessary:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; stand; move throughout the room and/or facility; communicate verbally and electronically; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; kneel, stoop, crouch, and/or crawl; and climb or balance. Regularly required to lift or exert force of up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus

EQUIPMENT USED

• Microcomputer

• Network-attached printers

• Fiber and CAT6 cabling

• Tape drives

• Network attached storage

• Switches

• Routers

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Must be able to maintain emotional control under stress. Occasionally required to travel to facilities within the district. May be required to work after school and weekends.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive description of all work requirements and responsibilities. Additionally, the minimum level of education noted as a requirement could be supplemented by commensurate experience and/or certification(s) as determined by the hiring manager.

All MISD employees are expected to maintain an extreme degree of confidentiality by following the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) for student information and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) for employee and student information.

Midland Independent School District provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.