Network and IT Solutions Manager at Westminster School District
About the Employer
WSD Vision: Leading the way as the premier Pre K-8th grade school district in Orange County, CA by providing exceptional and innovative experiences where all learners thrive. WSD Mission: It is our collective responsibility to educate and empower all students to pursue excellence through a distinctive, rigorous, and engaging academic experience. The Westminster School District, located in West Orange County, operates 17 schools: 13 elementary sites, three middle schools, and one site which provides preschool programs. The District has approximately 1,100 employees. The Westminster School District is recognized for high academic achievement and serves about 8,200 students, grades Preschool-8th. The district offers a broad scope of supplemental instructional programs including two dual immersion programs, GATE academy, music and band, exploratory STEAM/Coding programs, and state-of-the-art science and art facilities. Modern library-media centers, integration of technology, and specialized instruction help provide a well-balanced and rigorous curriculum to support students to become innovative, critical thinkers who readily adapt to a rapidly changing 21st-century environment.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Chief Technology Officer, develop, implement, maintain, monitor, and supervise new and existing network systems, including but not limited to systems deployment, configuration, management, optimization, monitoring, maintenance, diagnostics, repair, security compliance, security response, audits, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and policies for all District systems. Analyze network systems data and develop improvement and best practice plans; prepare training materials and deliver trainings; responsible for developing, maintaining and keeping all cybersecurity policies, initiatives and efforts up to date in order to keep the district as safe as possible in relation to cybersecurity practices and events; participate and collaborate in professional organizations, state, and federal agencies, and prepare network documentation, plans, and reports as needed. Provide leadership in the implementation and management of various systems such as the staff Learning Management Systems (LMS), Student Learning Management System (SLMS), Maintenance and Operations Work Order System, AI Integrations, and Internet of Things (IoT) solutions.
Requirements / Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited university with a bachelor's degree with specialization in Computer Science, Networking, or a related field, or any combination of professional training or technical experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree. Relevant certifications, including but not limited to Cisco Certified Network Professional “CCNP”, or equivalent, Certified Information Systems Security Professional “CISSP” are highly desirable. Consideration will be given to alternative combinations of experiences and training that provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities that encompass the major duties and responsibilities. Candidates who possess a valid California Administrative Services Credential and a bachelor’s degree in any field may be considered for this position if they meet the technical requirements and have demonstrated increasing responsible experience in infrastructure and systems, operations technical support, project management, and technology management.
Applicants must submit a completed application and submit the following: Professional resume Three current letters of recommendation dated within one year, including one from your current supervisor College Degrees/transcripts Candidates passing through to the Level 1 oral exam interviews will receive a phone call to schedule a time for the interview. Candidates not moving forward will be notified by email through Edjoin.org.
- Copy of Transcript
- Letter(s) of Recommendation
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited university with a bachelor's degree with specialization in Computer Science, Networking, or a related field, or any combination of professional training or technical experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree. Relevant certifications, including but not limited to Cisco Certified Network Professional “CCNP”, or equivalent, Certified Information Systems Security Professional “CISSP” are highly desirable. Consideration will be given to alternative combinations of experiences and training that provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities that encompass the major duties and responsibilities. Candidates who possess a valid California Administrative Services Credential and a bachelor’s degree in any field may be considered for this position if they meet the technical requirements and have demonstrated increasing responsible experience in infrastructure and systems, operations technical support, project management, and technology management.
Applicants must submit a completed application and submit the following: Professional resume Three current letters of recommendation dated within one year, including one from your current supervisor College Degrees/transcripts Candidates passing through to the Level 1 oral exam interviews will receive a phone call to schedule a time for the interview. Candidates not moving forward will be notified by email through Edjoin.org.
- Copy of Transcript
- Letter(s) of Recommendation
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
This is a 40-hour per week, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, 12-month, benefited position
Westminster School District does not discriminate against any person, based on his/her actual or perceived characteristics of race or ethnicity, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information, or any other characteristic identified in Education Code 200 or 220, Government Code 11135, or Penal Code 422.55, or based on his/her association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. (5 CCR 4610).
Rich Montgomery, Deputy Superintendent
14121 Cedarwood Street
Westminster, CA 92683
rmontgomery@wsdk8.us
714-894-7311 x1160
Comments and Other Information
This is a 40-hour per week, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, 12-month, benefited position
Westminster School District does not discriminate against any person, based on his/her actual or perceived characteristics of race or ethnicity, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information, or any other characteristic identified in Education Code 200 or 220, Government Code 11135, or Penal Code 422.55, or based on his/her association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. (5 CCR 4610).
Rich Montgomery, Deputy Superintendent
14121 Cedarwood Street
Westminster, CA 92683
rmontgomery@wsdk8.us
714-894-7311 x1160