Assistant Technology Manager

School Summary

California Connections Academy is a network of tuition-free public online schools for students in grades K–12. The network of schools is operated by the nonprofit California Online Public Schools and currently includes six schools serving students in 32 counties in California. California Connections Academy schools are accredited by the Schools Commission of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). 

Job Description

The Assistant Technology Manager will be responsible for designing, configuring, installing, maintaining, and repairing network systems, subsystems and servers; overseeing the computer/server environment; providing information, direction and/or recommendations regarding network/software/systems installations and configurations; resolving system operational issues; and providing 2nd level technical support to staff.

The successful candidate will:

● Administers systems and servers related to district networks (e.g. documentation, backup/restore, security, virus protection, performance monitoring,user access rights, addressing schemes, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring availability of services to authorized users.

● Designs computer network systems (e.g. logical and physical design, addressing, capacity planning, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring effective and efficient operating systems.

● Maintains network operations and software applications (e.g. servers, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring efficient operations.

● Manages assigned projects and program components (e.g. migration to new systems, software integrations, scheduling installations, product research, etc.) for the purpose of delivering services in compliance with established guidelines and/or objectives.

● Participates in a variety of meetings (e.g. workshops, committees, seminars, conferences, etc.) for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions.

● Performs installation, configuring and maintaining network services and equipment for the purpose of meeting network systems requirements.

● Prepares written materials or the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, and/or conveying information.

● Recommends software, hardware, equipment, supplies and materials for the purpose of acquiring required items and completing jobs efficiently.

● Repairs computers, peripherals, network equipment and software for the purpose of maintaining computer and network equipment in a safe and functional operating condition.

● Research trends, best practices, policies, products, equipment for the purpose of recommending procedures and/or purchases.

● Responds to inquiries from a variety of sources for the purpose of providing technical assistance and support.

● Supports other members of the technical staff (e.g. assist in designing and producing reports, provide 2nd tier support for difficult problems, etc.) for the purpose of providing direction and/or solving technical problems.

● Trains other District staff (primarily within the technology area) for the purpose of ensuring their ability to use new and/or existing operating systems and application software.

● Troubleshoots malfunctions of network hardware and/or software applications within the networks and servers or the purpose of resolving operational issues and restoring services.

Responsibility:

Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision following standardized practices and/or methods; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; operating within a defined budget. Utilization of significant resources from other work units is sometimes required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to significantly impact the organization’s services.

Education:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a baccalaureate degree with a major in computer science, electronic technology or a closely related field.

California Connections Academy strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

This position ranges from $84,575.31 - $93,355.32 based on relevant education and experience.