Job Description: Director of Technology

District: Burr Oak Community Schools

Location: Burr Oak, Michigan

Status: Full-Time, Exempt

District Overview

Burr Oak Community Schools is a rural K-12 public school district in Southwest Michigan. With an average class size of approximately 20 students, we pride ourselves on being a student-centered environment that values flexibility, adaptability, and high-quality instruction. In addition to our traditional brick-and-mortar classrooms, our district proudly operates BOVA (Burr Oak Virtual Academy), providing comprehensive, flexible online learning pathways. We are looking for a Technology Director who is not only a technical expert but a collaborative leader dedicated to the success of both our seat-time and virtual students and staff.

Position Summary

The Director of Technology is responsible for the strategic vision, implementation, and management of all district information technology resources. This role ensures that technology enhances the educational experience for students and provides efficient operational tools for staff. The Director oversees infrastructure, data security, hardware support, instructional technology integration, and the specialized systems required to operate our virtual academy program.

Key Responsibilities

1. Leadership & Strategic Planning

• Develop and implement a long-range technology plan aligned with district educational goals, encompassing both traditional and virtual education modalities.
• Manage the technology budget, including E-Rate filing, grants, and capital expenditures.
• Advise the Superintendent and Board of Education on emerging technologies, infrastructure needs, and the evolving digital demands of remote learning.

2. Infrastructure & System Management

• Oversee the maintenance and security of the district’s local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), and wireless systems.
• Manage server administration, cloud-based platforms (Google Workspace for Education), and cybersecurity protocols.
• Maintain the district’s Student Information System (SIS) and ensure strict data privacy compliance (FERPA/SOPA) across all platforms.

3. Technical Support & Operations

• Manage the deployment, asset tracking, and maintenance of 1:1 student device programs (Chromebooks, tablets, laptops) for building-level and virtual academy students.
• Provide high-level troubleshooting for hardware and software issues across all district buildings.
• Oversee telecommunications, security cameras, and audio-visual equipment in classrooms and shared spaces.

4. BOVA (Burr Oak Virtual Academy) Management

• Platform & LMS Administration: Manage, configure, and maintain the Learning Management Systems (LMS) and specialized digital curricula used by BOVA to ensure uninterrupted student access.
• Remote Student Support: Develop and oversee technical support pipelines specifically tailored for virtual students and their families, troubleshooting connectivity, software access, and hardware issues remotely or via designated drop-offs.
• Virtual Compliance & Reporting: Collaborate with the BOVA administration to ensure accurate student data tracking, attendance logging, and state-mandated pupil accounting reporting within the virtual enrollment systems.
• Secure Remote Testing: Coordinate the technology logistics for mandatory state assessments and district benchmarking for virtual students, ensuring secure testing environments on and off campus.

5. Instructional Collaboration

• Partner with traditional classroom teachers, virtual mentors, and administrators to integrate technology effectively into the curriculum.
• Facilitate professional development sessions for staff on new software, digital citizenship, and best practices for virtual and hybrid instruction.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Educational Technology, or a related field. (Equivalent experience may be considered).
• Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in IT management, preferably within a K-12 educational setting. Experience supporting virtual schools or remote-learning frameworks is highly desirable.
• Certifications: Relevant industry certifications (e.g., CompTIA Network+, A+, Google Certified Educator, or CETL) are highly preferred.
• Skills:
  • Deep knowledge of networking, firewalls, content filtering systems, and mobile device management (MDM).
  • Proficiency in managing Google Workspace for Education and Virtual Learning Management Systems.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical staff and remote families.
  • A "student-first" mindset with a high degree of flexibility, patience, and problem-solving ability.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs (servers, monitors, boxes of devices).
• Ability to climb ladders for equipment installation (APs, cameras).
• This is a year-round position requiring regular in-person attendance at the main district campus to manage physical inventory and core infrastructure.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit an application via PowerSchool Applicant Tracking. 

Burr Oak Community Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.