MARICOPA COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE: DIRECTOR COLLEGE TECHNOLOGY

GRADE: 18

JOB CODE: 0495

FLSA: MANAGEMENT

Job Summary

Directs the development and implementation of technology applications, within a college/district environment.

Scope

This position works in the area of Information Technologies Services/Information Resources. Work contacts include administrators, faculty, staff, the public and the media. Equipment used includes audio and video teleconference equipment and standard office equipment.

Supervision Received

This position reports to the Vice Chancellor Information Technologies or assigned dean. Operates under broad direction. Receives general direction regarding routine and standard matters and specific instructions regarding non‑routine and sensitive matters.

Supervision Exercised

Supervises assigned staff and directs the activities of faculty and staff on project assignment.

Representative Duties

Plans, directs, implements and evaluates technology applications for the college/district; provides leadership for the development and implementation of new technology programs and services; plans and implements technology systems; coordinates courseware and software acquisitions; assists colleges/district in planning technology delivered formats; recommends staffing and facility needs to the Vice Chancellor/Dean; conducts on‑site assessment of programs and facilities; directs training to support the use of technology; develops and recommends budget requests for operational, capital, revenue and grant funds to the Vice Chancellor/dean; administers approved budgets from all fund sources in accordance with college, district and/or agency guidelines; identifies appropriate funding sources and prepares applications and proposals according to grant guidelines when appropriate; serves on appropriate college, districtwide and community committees; performs related duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of: current practices in the administration of technology programs; technology based systems; design and development; administration, staff development, program development, budget preparation, and evaluation processes.

Ability to: plan, direct, implement and evaluate technology programs; supervise assigned staff; coordinate activities with a variety of college staff and departments; assist in the development of college‑level courses for delivery through communication technologies; prepare and administer budget; communicate effectively orally and in writing and establish cooperative working relationships with persons contacted in the course of performing assigned duties.

Training and Experience

Any combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities. An example of this would be a college degree in a technology related field and/or experience in community college management, and technology programs, telecommunications or related field.

Special Conditions of Employment

Working Conditions

This class specification is intended to indicate the basic nature of positions allocated to the class and examples of typical duties that may be assigned. It does not imply that all positions within the class perform all of the duties listed, nor does it necessarily list all possible duties that may be assigned.