What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT Manager position at MGRM?
MGRM Pinnacle (Pinnacle Charter Schools), Tempe, AZ (Full-Time, On-site)
About MGRM Pinnacle Inc. : MGRM Mission Statement "It is the Mission of Pinnacle Charter Schools to recognize all students are unique in their needs, thought processes, learning styles and motivation. Pinnacle’s alternative approach is a student-centered option that supports and embraces the diverse needs of students by providing an alternative method of delivering instruction and monitoring academic success. Pinnacle Charter Schools will provide a safe, caring and structured learning environment with an appropriate emphasis on behavior and academic achievement. Pinnacle Charter Schools will focus on assisting at-risk, over-age, and / or under-credited students to provide them with the tools necessary to excel academically, socially, and emotionally in all aspects of life. Pinnacle Charter Schools provides the educational framework with integrated technology to ground students in 21st-century skills by digitized-enhanced core curriculum contents and the blended approach along with the personalized learning plan helping students to achieve a complete personality.”
About This Role : As the IT Manager , you will be responsible for managing inventory of, and technical support for, all student and staff computers, laptops, desktops, tablets, personal devices, and associated classroom technology in support of curricular and administrative programs.
Essential Duties :
- Supervises and coordinates activities of school level technology staff for implementation and support of all Pinnacle Charter Schools classroom, lab and administrative technology. Manages work queues, monitors effectiveness and designs work processes for optimized responsiveness and efficiency. Develops technical support documentation, videos, reference guides and other resources as required to inform and educate staff and customers.
- Collaborates with district and school administrators to ensure integrated and successful planning, development, and implementation of technology projects to meet PCS goals and to ensure data integrity and security. Collaborates with central office and school administration to develop and implement best practices for online classes, online testing, one-to-one initiatives and general use of other classroom and office technology.
- Serves as primary technical support contact for Pinnacle Charter Schools staff, software developers, and vendors.
- Develops procedures and plans for technology deployments. Manages inventory of technology assets, develops and recommends replacement schedules. Provides budget estimates and projections for repairs, replacements and other technology asset management costs.
- Researches, plans, designs, and implements new hardware / software technology upgrades or changes. Assesses requirements and allocates resources to meet schools’ technical support and equipment needs. Coordinates and supervises computer systems testing to identify and resolve problems. Develops procedures and schedules for technical implementation.
Education, Knowledge, and Skills :
Compensation and Benefits :
Salary for this position is competitive and depends on prior experience. A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and life coverage, as well as employer retirement contribution, is included.
MGRM Pinnacle Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and an organization that values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin. People from all backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
MUST RESIDE IN & BE WILLING TO TRAVEL WITHIN THE STATE OF ARIZONA.
About MGRM :
MGRM Pinnacle, Inc. is an educational technology company that provides comprehensive end-to-end software products, solutions, and services, supporting the entire educational domain from pre-K to university on a single integrated platform.