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Job Title:
Project Mgr Curriculum Mgmt System
Wage/Hour Status: Daily, Exempt
Reports to:
Associate Superintendent
Pay Grade:
D8
Date Revised:
December 1, 2009
Dept/School: Curriculum & Instruction
Primary Purpose
The Project Manager of the Curriculum Management System (CMS) will be responsible for strategic
planning, implementation and operational support. The Program Manager of the Curriculum
Management System (CMS) must have deep technical knowledge and have experience in operations,
development, and employing strategic solutions of a variety of IT related projects/programs. The
Project Manager of the Curriculum Management System will also consult senior management on best
practices as well as have a thorough understanding of the district’s Curriculum Management System
needs.
Qualifications
Education/Certification
Bachelor’s Degree in computer science, management information systems, or related field
Master Degree in education, computer science, or related field
Special Knowledge/Skills
 Knowledge of and ability to work with adult learners
 Knowledge of computer applications development and implementation
 Knowledge of administrative and instructional systems
 Ability to plan and control tactical and strategic projects
 Strong and effective project and people management skills
 Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
 Strong analytical and organizational skills
 Ability to perform as a team player and generate team consensus
 Ability to interpret relevant policies and procedures
Experience
At least five years of management/leadership or comparable experience, preferably within a multiplatform computing environment.
Texas school district experience preferred.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
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Direct and develop staff in the successful performance of their tasks and responsibilities.
Direct and oversee the development and implementation of the Curriculum Management System.
Ensure the change management process is utilized and followed by assigned staff to implement system
enhancements, software upgrades, and the installation of new products related to the Curriculum
Management System.
Ensure solution delivery requirements are met and data integrity is maintained.
Ensure development practices, policies, and procedures are in line with strategic growth and future
technology initiatives related to the Curriculum Management System.
Monitor system reliability/performance measures and work with other TIS organizations to determine
improvements.
Assist other district units with the research and evaluation of educational technology, coordinating
where appropriate with research, evaluation, planning, and assessment, and appropriate associate
superintendents.
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Create a training plan differentiated between teachers, administrators, and support staff; encompass
building/reviewing/sharing lesson plans, TEKS alignment, PDAS/assessment interfaces and
TAK/benchmark data disaggregation.
Create interface development plan to include data from/to PDAS, student assessment, student
information system, and TEKS requirements.
Participate in, and give technical advice to committees that supply input to the ongoing vision and
definition of the Curriculum Management System.
Keep informed of the latest research, trends, and developments in program development and support.
Participate in professional growth activities by attending trade shows and technology conferences.
Collaborate with Technology Systems to ensure a seamless alignment to the technological
infrastructure to support the appropriate and effective use of the Curriculum Management System.
Identify CMS infrastructure requirements including server capacities, workstation specifications, and
network throughout estimates.
Identify implementation costs and budget assignments to meet them.
Develop process and outcome evaluation strategies that measure CMS effectiveness, including data
systems, PDAS system, and curriculum system.
Perform other assigned duties as may be required by the Associate Superintendent for Curriculum and
Instruction.
Relationships
Requires on-going interaction with the Curriculum and Instruction staff. Maintain routine contacts
throughout Curriculum and Instruction to ensure service levels are met/exceeded. Maintain contact with
EPISD Division personnel as required to monitor service levels. Must also develop relationships with
vendors and suppliers outside of EPISD who provide state-of-the-art IT solutions.
Supervisory Responsibilities
None
Physical and Mental Job Requirements
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors
Maintains emotional control under stress. Repetitive hand motions and prolonged use of the computer.
Frequent district wide travel and occasional statewide travel. Occasional prolonged and irregular hours.
Terms of Employment
226 days; salary to be established by the Board of Trustees
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not
an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
Approved:
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The El Paso Independent School District does not discriminate in its educational programs or employment practices on
the basis of race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, citizenship, military status, disability, genetic
information, gender stereotyping and perceived sexuality, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Inquiries concerning
the application of Titles VI, VII, IX, and Section 504 may be referred to the District compliance officer, Patricia
Cortez, at 230-2033; Section 504 inquiries regarding students may be referred to Cecilia Whiteman at 230-2836.
El Distrito Escolar Independiente de El Paso no discrimina en los programas de educación o en prácticas de empleo
usando el criterio de raza, color, edad, sexo, religión, origen nacional, estado civil, ciudadanía, estado militar,
discapacidad, información genética, estereotipo sexual o sexualidad percibida, u otra práctica prohibida por la ley.
Preguntas acerca de la aplicación del título VI, VII o IX, y la Sección 504 pueden ser referidas al oficial del distrito,
Patricia Cortez al 230-2033; preguntas sobre 504 tocante a estudiantes pueden ser referidas a Cecilia Whiteman al 2302836.