Rob Conerton
Director Of Technology
Rockford,IL
Summary
Savvy information technology director with 20+ years of progressive leadership, network administration, troubleshooting and PC hardware and software experience. Develops and implements IT policies and procedures. Manages functional and technological support with a focus on customer service. Technical expert in applying strategic direction through practical implementation to accomplish IT initiatives with a specific lens on supporting teaching and learning.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Director of Technology
Harvard Community School District
07.2022 - 05.2024
- Enhanced performance by implementing cutting-edge technology solutions.
- Managed vendor relationships, ensuring timely delivery of products and services at competitive costs.
- Developed strategic technology plans to align with district goals and drive initiatives.
- Ensured compliance with relevant regulations through regular audits/reviews of IT policies and procedures.
- Oversaw and redesigned student enrollment and registration processes, designed enrollment forms, ensured collection of state mandated documentation.
- Managed budget conscious hardware and software life cycles to ensure modern equipment in every location and classroom.
Director of Technology
Hononegah Community High School
07.2013 - 07.2022
- Serves as primary decision-maker for internal technology spending, monitoring budgets to reduce waste and avoid unnecessary upgrades.
- Authors roadmaps, works with staff, students, and community in determining how technology could be integrated into operations for maximum effectiveness and return on investment.
- Participates in creating and executing district strategic planning; including spearheading design and implementation of district 207's 1:1 program.
Network Administrator
Hononegah Community High School
07.2001 - 07.2013
- Configured networks for reliable operation to meet uptime and data throughput needs and objectives.
- Performed day-to-day LAN/Server administration, maintenance, backup and support.
- Introduced management tools to create and manage virtual server computing environment.
- Setup, installed, configured and maintained all district desktop computers and user accounts.
- Implemented enhanced ticketing system to help track ticket submissions and response times.
Education
Master of Science - Management And Leadership
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT 02.2017 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration (IT)
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT 01.2014 - 12.2016
Associate of Science - Network Administration
Rock Valley College
Salt Lake City, UT 01.2012 - 01.2014
Skills
Strategic Planning
undefinedCertification
CompTIA Project+
Accomplishments
- Developed and executed district 1:1 plan.
- Procured $188,000 grant funding for 603 Chromebooks, licenses, and warranty's through ECF funding.
- Provided teacher, community, and student support during shift to remote learning. Successfully provided support in remote locations, cellular internet connections, and wireless devices.
- Upgraded building internet access from 25Mbps speeds to 1Gbps while reducing annual costs.
- Those Who Excel – Award of Special Recognition - 2006
Timeline
Director of Technology
Harvard Community School District
07.2022 - 05.2024
Master of Science - Management And Leadership
Western Governors University
02.2017 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration (IT)
Western Governors University
01.2014 - 12.2016
Director of Technology
Hononegah Community High School
07.2013 - 07.2022
Associate of Science - Network Administration
Rock Valley College
01.2012 - 01.2014
Network Administrator
Hononegah Community High School
07.2001 - 07.2013
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