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Technology Director

Duties

PRIMARY FUNCTION: Under general direction, provide full network support to the technology department and district staff. Utilize computing devices and applications on a wide area network (WAN) or large local area network (LAN) to install, test, maintain and resolve problems with network hardware and software; adapt existing networking hardware and software to accommodate the needs of the district, maintain infrastructure, and perform related duties as required. 

 

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/REQUIREMENTS: 

  • Knowledge of local area networks and wide area networks 
  • Knowledge of operating systems on computing devices and servers 
  • Knowledge of research techniques 
  • Knowledge of computer application design 
  • Knowledge of computer hardware and software 
  • Knowledge of proper data security/backup procedures 
  • Knowledge of wireless LANs and WANs based on IEEE standards
  • Ability to install computer hardware and software 
  • Ability to install and optimize software and operating systems for network utilization 
  • Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot computing device problems 
  • Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot networking problems 
  • Ability to terminate data cabling according to IEEE standards 
  • Ability to perform work requiring lifting and/or physical exertion may be required 

 

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Listed below but not limited to 

  • Maintains confidentiality of all student information 
  • Performs a full range of network administration functions in order to manage networked systems and attain maximum utilization and efficiency 
  • Performs troubleshooting and fault isolation on networking devices, servers, or related system components in order to maintain system availability 
  • Implements system security measures such as backups, access control, system accounting, and disaster recovery in order to maintain system integrity and availability 
  • Researches, recommends, installs, and tests hardware, software, and network configuration for computing devices and/or servers in order to provide reliable information systems which meet district needs 
  • Installs and configures internal hardware components such as memory, disk, and tape drives in multi-user, computing devices in order to maintain or enhance system operation and capabilities 
  • Upgrade and maintain the district’s equipment inventory
  • Assist with the development, implementation and monitoring of technology policies and procedures in collaboration with district administration
  • Provides support for the district's networking needs
  • Run, terminate, and test cables (CAT6, rapid run, fiber, coaxial)
  • Chromebook management and repair 
  • Assist with district’s technology recycling
  • Communicates issues and change logs 
  • Keeps abreast and knowledgeable of updates for district equipment, networking hardware maintenance and trends in computer networking and system operation 
  • Test and evaluate software and hardware products in order to determine applicability and value to district operations 
  • Complete hardware orders once approved by administration and in cost-effective district purchasing of technology related items 
  • Complete network inventory database and summer maintenance for all systems 
  • Assist with student state testing
  • Assist with Admin Management Tools
  • Other duties as assigned 

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited educational institution in Information Technology or a directly related field or extensive previous work experience. Ability to pass a fingerprint criminal background check.

Salary/Benefits

$60,000 - $80,000 and benefits

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send their resume to Leanne Gehrs, Superintendent, at lgehrs@pawneeschools.org to apply.

Email Address

lgehrs@pawneeschools.org

Job Posting Date

7/26/2026

Start Date

8/3/2026