BUSD Director of Technology at Banta Unified School District

About the Employer

Welcome to the Banta Unified School District, where we are proud of our long history in education. The district is one of the oldest districts in the county, having been founded to serve area students in the late 1800s. Through the years, Banta has remained a small K-8 school district focused on meeting the needs of its diverse student population. As our district evolves we continue to adapt in order to best prepare our students for the future. We are a growing district with the recent opening of a large housing development within our attendance area and the continued interest in Banta Elementary as a school of choice for families. We are proud of our history and what we have accomplished as a district. At the same time we look forward with excitement to continuing to provide an outstanding and relevant education for our students.

Job Summary

Job Summary

Director of District Technology Banta Unified School District is seeking a knowledgeable, collaborative, and hands-on Director of District Technology to lead and support technology operations across the District, including River Islands High School and Banta Elementary School. This is a working director position for a technology leader who is equally comfortable developing technology systems and strategy, supervising and supporting staff, and jumping in to troubleshoot equipment, resolve technical issues, assist with installations, and support the day-to-day technology needs of students and staff. The Director will oversee district technology infrastructure, networks, hardware, software, cybersecurity, student and staff devices, technology systems, and technical support services. Because the District operates a comprehensive high school, the position also plays an important role in supporting technology for high school classrooms, athletics, assemblies, performances, graduations, meetings, presentations, and other school and District events. The ideal candidate is a team player and problem solver who understands that successful technology leadership in a school district sometimes means stepping in personally to get the job done. Experience working in a K–12 educational environment is highly desirable. Knowledge and experience with audio-visual equipment, sound systems, presentation technology, streaming equipment, and event technology are also highly desirable. This position requires strong technical expertise, excellent communication and customer-service skills, flexibility, initiative, and the ability to work collaboratively with administrators, teachers, classified staff, students, vendors, and other members of the District team. The position is primarily performed during the regular workday; however, periodic evening and weekend work is required to support high school and District events, system maintenance, installations, emergencies, and othe

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