Classified - Director of Technology - Fremont, Nebraska

Position:    Director of Technology · Salary:    Commensurate with experience and training. Competitive benefits and leave package provided. · Position Available:  May 4, 2026 · Reports To:    Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent of Business · Application Procedure:    Int ...

Job description

Position:    Director of Technology

Salary:    Commensurate with experience and training. Competitive benefits and leave package provided.

Position Available:  May 4, 2026

Reports To:    Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent of Business

Application Procedure:    Interested and qualified applicants may apply online at   Click on Employment and follow application instructions.

Applications Will Be Accepted Until Position is Filled.

All positions are subject to veterans preference. EOE

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FREMONT PUBLIC SCHOOLS

JOB DESCRIPTION

DEPARTMENT: Technology

JOB TITLE: Director of Technology (Exempt)

REQUIREMENTS:

Education Level:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred or
• Associate's degree with 5+ years of experience in IT leadership or
• 10+ years of verifiable experience in high-level network administration or technology management (e.g. senior network engineer or assistant director), demonstrating a clear trajectory of increasing responsibility

Certification/Licensure:

1. Valid State of Nebraska Drivers License
2. First Aid/CPR certification desired

Experience/Technical Knowledge Desired:

1. Proven expertise in network infrastructure (switchgear, Wi-Fi), VM environments, storage solutions, and enterprise hardware procurement
2. Demonstrated experience in budget development and the management of high-value vendor contracts

Other Requirements:

1. Twelve month work year
2. Daytime hours, Full-time (12-month)
3. Ability to convey complex technical and financial concepts clearly to the Board of Education and District leadership.
4. Ability to give full attention to others, taking time to understand the points being made, and asking questions as appropriate.
5. Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative technical and fiscal solutions.
6. Ability to identify complex problems and review related information to develop, evaluate, and implement solutions.
7. Ability to apply general rules to specific problems (deductive) and combine pieces of information to form general conclusions (inductive).
8. Ability to effectively communicate information and ideas in writing.
9. Maintain strict confidentiality regarding sensitive District, student, and personnel data.
10. Ability to clear a criminal record check

REPORTS TO: Superintendent / Assistant Superintendent

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The essential functions of each employee's position includes (1) regular, dependable in-person attendance on the job; (2) the ability to perform the identified tasks and to possess and utilize the identified knowledge, skills, and abilities and to perform the identified work activities; and (3) the ability to perform the physical requirements on their specific job description.

BASIC:

The Director of Technology is responsible for the overall planning, organization, and execution of all District technology functions. This position oversees all technology aspects of the Technology Department, and also coordinates with all other departments and their technology projects.  This includes the implementation of IT systems to support student learning, enhance staff productivity, and provide cost-effective service quality. This position maintains existing applications and researches new technology solutions for long-term planning of all systems used within the District.

FREQUENT:

Infrastructure & Systems Architecture

• Serve as the visionary for the District's network backbone, including switching, routing, Wi-Fi, internet services, VM infrastructure, and storage arrays.
• Oversee the selection, procurement, and replacement cycles for all technology hardware (laptops, tablets, interactive displays, peripherals, and IP phone systems) to ensure uniformity and performance.
• Provide the foundational framework and server stability required for the Student Information System (SIS) and Business Systems.
• Ensure technology and network tasks are prioritized and scheduled to minimize conflict with the instructional day and school calendar.
• Serve as the project manager for all District-wide technology initiatives, responsible for the design, bid, and build phases of networking projects.

Fiscal Responsibility & Cost Effectiveness

• Budget Management: Develop and oversee the annual technology budget, ensuring expenditures align with District goals and maximize Return on Investment (ROI).
• E-Rate Management: Oversee all aspects of the federal E-Rate program, including the strategic planning and filing of all required forms (e.g., Forms 470, 471, and 486). Manage the competitive bidding process, respond to Program Integrity Assurance (PIA) reviews, and ensure compliance with documentation and CIPA requirements to secure and maintain maximum funding.
• Contract Negotiation: Manage District-wide technology contracts, including copy/print hardware and software licensing, to achieve economies of scale and service quality.
• Lifecycle Planning: Maintain a multi-year hardware and software replacement plan to avoid "budget spikes" and ensure technology remains current.

Building Safety & Network Security

• Manage the technology architecture for building safety, including IP-based surveillance, electronic access control, and emergency communication systems.
• Oversee all areas of network security, including hardware/software maintenance, upgrades, data privacy, and disaster recovery protocols.

Collaboration & Quality Service

• Partner with all District departments to provide the necessary hardware and infrastructure to support instructional technology and support services initiatives.
• Collaborate with the SIS Manager to ensure a stable environment for data reporting and state/federal requirements.
• Maintain a high level of customer service, ensuring technology enhances staff productivity and minimizes disruption to the instructional day.
• Exhibit exceptional communication skills when teaching adult and student learners or communicating with administrators, teachers, and stakeholders regarding technology initiatives.
• Develop a technology team to initiate and implement programs consistent with District goals.
• Demonstrate professionalism at all times by serving as a role model, exercising good judgment, and adhering to the policies of the District and the Nebraska Board of Education.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

NEVER (0%)

OCCASIONAL (1-32%)

FREQUENT (33-66%)

CONSTANT (67%+)

A. Standing

X

B. Walking

X

C. Sitting

X

D. Bending/Stooping

X

E. Reaching/Pulling/Pushing

X

F. Climbing

X

G. Driving

X

H. Lifting: 50 pound maximum

I. Carrying: 1-100 feet maximum

J. Manual Dexterity Tasks

Fingering 33-66%

Grasping 33-66%

Specify (manual dexterity tasks): Ability to use, manage, and operate all technical equipment and navigate equipment in confined spaces (server closets).

OTHER REQUIREMENTS (Intellectual, Sensory): Visual and auditory acuity necessary to perform the essential functions of the job.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

1. Inside – Outside – Both: Both
2. Climatic Environment: Primarily Indoor, controlled building environments with frequent travel to all District sites
3. Hazards: Exposure to communicable diseases, building, office, furniture, vehicles, tools, and technology equipment.