About us
The Lourdes Academy Catholic school system serves over 700 students in grades PK3 – 12 in the greater Oshkosh area. The school is committed to providing a traditional education in a faith filled environment. Our goal is to make sure our students and staff feel safe, valued and loved.
Job Summary:
We are seeking a person that will be responsible for establishing and overseeing support, training and maintenance for Lourdes Academy’s instructional and administrative information technology. Also responsible for creating a technology plan for Lourdes Academy that meets the needs of the system and the strategic plan.
This is a hands on position with minimal supervision. The technology director has one direct report, technology intern.
Responsibilities:
· Provides leadership to the system in planning and developing instructional and administrative technology services
· Provides for the instruction of staff and students in the area of instructional technology
· Works with administration and staff to align technology with system goals
· Desires to stay on the “cutting edge” in the ever changing technology landscape
· Possess a high level technical knowledge in the broad range of technologies used in a school system
· Maintains the setup and repair of network software and hardware
· Provides security support for system, including hardware and software
· Develops and administers the system technology plan
· Prepares, with assistance from the Director of Business Services, the technology budget
· Researches, evaluates and assists in the writing of technology grants
· Communicates the technology vision for Lourdes Academy
· Translates the vision into a practical and detailed technology design
· Models and advocates the responsible and ethical use of technology
· Oversees and approves all technology related purchases and coordinates purchases with applicable entities (Administration, Finance, Business Services)
· Manages technology inventory and life cycles
· Oversees Lourdes technology needs relative to systems for all areas of school operations (Enrollment, Development, Marketing, Student Information Systems, Standardized testing, Accreditation, Google application, etc.)
· Maintains the VOIP (voice over IP) phone systems including PBX and Endpoint devices and be able to manage and maintain these services
· Recommends upgrades or changes to hardware and software used by all system personnel
· Sets up and repairs software and hardware as needed
· Creates reports as needed by administration
· Assists in setting technology policies for Lourdes Academy
· Troubleshoots all technology related problems
· Recommends measures to improve methods, performance and quality of product or service, and suggest changes in working conditions to increase efficiency
· Keeps current with Lourdes Academy’s security including policies and procedures
· Understands and supports, regardless of position, the philosophy and mission of Lourdes Academy
· Represents the interests of Lourdes Academy in work groups, committees and meetings
· May have non-typical work hours, depending on the project at hand
· Performs additional duties as assigned
Experience:
· Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent knowledge and experience, in Computer Science or a related field required with minimum two (2) years related experience. Experience in a school setting, is highly preferred.
· Networking, specifically Windows Network Interface, Google Admin Suite, and Ubiquiti experience
· Knowledge of best practices in web security
· Experience managing of physical assets (Windows, Mac, and Chrome OS)
· Experience with VOIP system management and integration
· Must be able to demonstrate multi-level technical knowledge of the board range of technologies, and preferably some experience working in an educational setting.
· Good verbal and written communications skills. Strong, effective presentation and analytical skills.
· Expertise in hardware/software, especially the Google suite, relevant to job requirements.
· Good organizational skills.
· Ability to be flexible and change priorities as needed.
· Commitment to the highest standards of customer service, for both internal and external stakeholders
· Ability and willingness to work effectively with others to promote teamwork and the values of Lourdes Academy, sometimes within non-traditional hours.
· A commitment to Lourdes Academy’s mission, L.A.W., and its Catholic values are a must.
We offer competitive compensation packages including benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. If you are a forward-thinking leader with a passion for technology, we would love to hear from you.
Note: This is a full-time position that begins July 1, 2024.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Compensation package:
Experience level:
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Relocate:
- Oshkosh, WI 54902: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person