Duties will include, but will not be limited to the following:

• Serve as the E-Rate Coordinator for the state of Alabama
• Provide leadership for LEA Technology Coordinators/Directors and E-Rate contacts in matters related to the E-Rate Program, information technologies & infrastructure and the procurement process
• Engage in a continuous process of improving and streamling E-Rate procedures and Alabama K-12 Joint Purchasing Program Services
• Serve as a liaison between the LEAs and the Universal Services Administrative Company, or USAC (the FCC’s National E-Rate Program administrative entity), providing key LEA & school data and program integrity assistance as needed
• Oversee the development of training materials and programs for new LEA Technology Coordinators and/or E-Rate contacts as well as new materials for experienced coordinators in E-Rate processes and policies
• Coordinate and provide on-going professional development/training events to prepare LEAs in their E-Rate application process to include the use of web conferencing tools
• Oversee the development and maintenance of E-Rate and ALJP databases and web resources
• Represent the ALSDE and LEAs in state and national stakeholder groups including the Alabama Leaders in Educational Technology (ALET), State E-Rate Coordinators Alliance (SECA), Alabama Association of School Business Officials (AASBO), and State Educational Technology Directors Association (SETDA)
• Develop procurement proposals (RFP/ITB) and resulting State Master Contracts
• Oversee the management of all ALJP State Master Contracts
• Lead the coordination and technical training for technology coordinators and developing and implementing a district technology plan
• Develop proposals for special projects/trainings/workshops
• Engage in a continuous process of improving professional development across the state
• Serve on state level task forces and various ad hoc committees as needed
• Supervise assigned personnel so that work is monitored and section and departmental goals are accomplished
• Participate in state monitoring in the area of Educational Technology, as needed
• Travel required (in-state and out-of-state)

Education:

• Must meet the minimum requirements as noted on the State Personnel Department Job Announcement

Experience:

• Minimum of six years’ experience required. Preferred combined experience of at least ten (10) years in education in teaching and/or administration in the areas of technology management, instructional technology, or network administration.
• Experience as a technology coordinator/director preferred
• Knowledge and experience in training
• Knowledge and experience in E-rate, ALJP, and procurement processes required
• Computer related skills required – Microsoft Office
• Working with Computer Applications preferred

Required Skills/ Abilities:

• Possess strong professional writing and proofing skills
• Be attentive to details
• Possess organizational skills
• Be team-oriented and flexible
• Ability to work independently
• Use problem-solving skills
• Ability to travel in state and out-of-state

How to apply:

Step 1:

To be considered for this position, you must be on the employment register for this classification. Employment registers are established through the Alabama State Personnel Department. Please visit the Alabama State Personnel Department for instructions on the application process. Contact the Alabama State Personnel Department at 334-242-3389 for questions regarding the application process.

Step 2:

After you receive notification from the Alabama State Personnel Department that you have been placed on the employment register, you may email a cover letter and résumé as an attachment to: