Description
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Hours: 8 hours/day; 260 days/year
Pay: $127,855.00 - $140,650
Supervisor: Executive Director of Business Services
Closes: Until Filled
Start Date: 08.14.2026
DESCRIPTION: The Technology Manager is responsible for leading and managing district technology infrastructure, policies, and services to support student learning, administrative operations and future growth. This role oversees the planning, implementation, and maintenance of all technology systems, including data collection, processing, reporting, and network infrastructure. Under the supervision of Executive Director Leadership, the Technology Manager oversees the development, execution, support, and evaluation of a robust and comprehensive information technology (IT) system. Additionally, the Manager collaborates with district leadership to align technology initiatives with education and operational goals, ensuring seamless integration across schools and departments.
Requirements
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Supervise, evaluate, train, and delegate work to appropriate staff; make recommendations for employment.
Plan, organize, and coordinate the development and advancement of districtwide support systems including software, hardware, and other technology-related equipment to continually increase efficiency and effectiveness of District systems.
Assist with the preparation, recommendation, and tracking of annual budgets and expenditures for Applications Support, Technology Services, and Network Services, and ensure cost effectiveness.
Lead all aspects of the district’s response to the annual Federal E-Rate program
Develop, modify, and implement quality metrics for ensuring compliance with mission, vision, strategy, and objectives.
Monitor and respond to legislative changes that require modifications to District systems and implement any changes in accordance with local, state, and federal requirements.
Supervise the design and development of reporting models that conform to outside agencies' needs and that ensure compliance with local, state, and federal requirements.
Coordinate technology integration in construction and renovation projects.
Coordinate the extraction of data in response to requests from stakeholders in a format that allows them to make informed decisions.
Recommend, coordinate, and deliver professional development activities for assigned staff to ensure current and best practices are reinforced and identified issues addressed.
Implement procedures to monitor the timely replacement of hardware systems and computer software to ensure continuous improvement of technology equipment.
Provide staff development opportunities by ensuring that stakeholders can maximize the use of equipment, software, and enterprise systems, especially when new or updated changes occur in technology services.
Collaborate with stakeholders to determine technology needs and develop modifications which improve availability, performance, security, and productivity, and the network/system.
Supervise the support and maintenance of network equipment and servers to ensure they are operating within established parameters.
Oversee the administration, support, security, data integrity, and ongoing operation of the District’s Skyward student information system, including supervision and direction of the Student Information System Coordinator.
Provide leadership and project oversight for the district’s migration from Skyward to Qmlativ, coordinating system configuration, data migration and validation, integrations, testing, training, documentation, and implementation across affected departments.
Implement procedures to monitor the timely replacement of hardware systems and computer software.
Maintain compliance with School Board policy at all times.
Attend required meetings, and keep abreast of current trends, laws, regulations, and statutes.
Perform other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Extensive and advanced knowledge of current data network, data center, server infrastructure technologies, various computer systems and platforms, cybersecurity and artificial intelligence (AI),
Knowledge of applicable regulatory standards including FERPA, CIPA, PRA, PCI, HIPAA, etc.
Ability to define, implement, and integrate key information technology functions, including workflow management
Ability to effectively engage in the problem-solving process
Ability to work collaboratively with others and facilitate groups to consensus
Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences, orally and in writing, including electronic media
Excellent time management skills and ability to organize, prioritize, and manage work assignments in an efficient manner and within established timeframes
Demonstrated knowledge of on-premise and cloud infrastructure including Active Directory, AWS, Google Apps for Education, Azure, etc.
Ability to establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with all stakeholders
All hires must submit to and pass an initial drug test and subsequent random drug tests in accordance with District requirements
The Longview School District is a Drug & Tobacco Free workplace.
Immigration Reform and Control Act Requirement: New employees will be required to complete an INS 1-9 form and must provide proof of employment eligibility.
Disclosure Statement and Background Check: Pursuant to RCW 43.43.830 through RCW 43.43.840, new employees will be required to complete a disclosure form indicating any convictions of crimes against persons as listed in the law. In addition, a background check based on fingerprints will be requested from the Washington State Patrol and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
Job Sharing: Pursuant to RCW 28A.405.070, the district will accept applications from individuals wishing to share a position.
NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION
The Longview School District is an Equal Opportunity district in education programs, activities, services, and employment. Longview School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran, or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, genetic information, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal. We provide equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. We also comply with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Section 402 of the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, Older Worker Protection Act, and all other state, federal, and local equal opportunity laws .If you have a physical or mental disability that causes you to need assistance to access school facilities, programs, or services, please notify the school principal. This district endeavors to maintain an atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment. Any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against should contact the following district employees, located at 2715 Lilac Street, Longview, 98632, who have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:
Section 504, Student ADA Coordinator
Michael Green, Executive Director on Special Assignment
(360) 575-7456
mgreen@longviewschools.org
Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator, Title IX Coordinator
Bill Ofstun, Director of Assessment and CTE
(360) 575-7981
bofstun@longviewschools.org
