Agenda Item
e. PERSONNEL RECOMMENDATION FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION
Summary: Presented by: Mrs. Tasha Davis Mills, Chief of Human Resources, Division of Human Resources
Request: It is requested that the Board of Education approve the hiring recommendation of Ms. Kenya R. Williams to the position of Executive Director of Applications & Data Services, in the Division of Information & Instructional Technology.
Contact: Mrs. Tasha Davis Mills, Chief of Human Resources, Division of Human Resources
Effective: Upon Board Approval
Executive Director, Enterprise Applications Data Services
Reports to: Chief Information Officer Structure/Grade: 134 Unified
Division: Information Technology Workdays: 246 Days
Position Summary
Provides oversight for the operation, maintenance, and support of the DeKalb County
School District’s (DCSD) enterprise business and learning information systems, as well as a data warehouse. This
position also assists the Chief Information Officer in ensuring compliance with established goals and strategic
planning by leading an effective data governance strategy throughout the organization.
Essential Job Duties
• Supervises the facilitation and coordination of all activities related to the design, integration, and
interoperability of enterprise information systems, as well as maintenance and support of data
warehousing
• Provides expert guidance across the agency in developing standards and procedures that promote data
sharing and database integration
• Leads and supports technical staff in their efforts to gather requirements from business owners for
translation into efficient assessment, data, and technology solutions
• Collaborates with division leadership on the implementation of a change management process that
ensures information and technology infrastructure decisions are documented, evaluated, and
implemented effectively
• Collaborates with central office and school-based leadership to ensure accountability in the secure and
effective access to enterprise applications and information
• Leads and informs information system-related strategic initiatives and operational goals by coordinating
evaluation, deployment, and management
• Collaborates with IT leadership to inform, implement, and support business continuity and disaster
recovery plans and protocols
• Meets with representatives of manufacturers, vendors, professionals, and business organizations to build
relationships, solicit cooperation, and resolve problems, including utilizing cost-efficient contracts and
agreements
• Supervises, builds, and mentors highly motivated, enthusiastic, and skilled staff who have key
responsibilities associated with the maintenance of enterprise applications, data warehouse, interfaces,
visibility, and governance
• Prepares, administers, and monitors appropriate department budgets
• Promotes the innovative use of existing technology to District data and business process owners to increase
organizational effectiveness and efficiency
• Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
• A Master's degree in Information Technology or a closely related field from a Georgia Professional
A Standards Commission or an approved, accredited college or university is required.
• Minimum seven (7) years of leadership/managerial level experience in Information Technology or
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closely related experience, and a minimum of ten (10) years of documented experience supporting
technology infrastructure.
• Valid Georgia Professional Standards Commission-approved Support Personnel License.
• ITIL Certification, PMP, and/or Six Sigma Certification preferred.
• IAPP's Data Privacy certifications (e.g., CIPM, CIPP Information Security industry certification)
preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques that support the efficient operation of information
technology environments, including hardware, networking, and telecommunication
services.
• Knowledge of strategic planning skills, well-developed leadership, and management skills, and the
ability to develop new concepts to integrate unrelated processes.
• Knowledge of organizational and department planning and operational procedures, and the
organization of specifically assigned areas, including budgeting and spending, labor issues, and
efficiency.
• Knowledge of principles and methods for establishing goals, objectives, and implementation plans
to accomplish technology solutions for identified needs, and the role of information and educational
technology in an educational agency.
• Skilled in planning and directing a large technology division that involves coordination and
integration of multiple interrelated activities and projects.
• Skilled in preparing and maintaining multiple operating budgets and providing budgetary support
and feedback to the technology department directors.
• Skilled in formulating and implementing program goals, objectives, and schedules and developing
and implementing strategic plans and changes required to achieve agency goals and objectives.
• Skilled in comprehending and interpreting laws, rules, regulations, and policies pertaining to
programs and services.
• Skilled in communicating effectively, both orally and in writing
• Skilled in supervising, training, and evaluating the work of assigned staff and establishing and maintaining
collaborative relationships with executive staff, departmental directors, vendors, and local and regional
technology staff.
• Skilled in managing client relations to ensure the development of service objective expectations and present
ideas and concepts clearly and concisely.
• Skilled in conducting meetings utilizing consensus-building techniques and conflict-resolution
strategies.
• Ability to direct and administer the programs and services of a non-profit educational and/or service
organization and establish objectives and procedures governing the performance of assigned activities
among employees.
• Ability to develop and understand financial and/or operating reports while maintaining confidential
information.
• Ability to plan and develop courses of study suitable for adult learners and develop and implement a
comprehensive plan.
Disclaimer: Information contained within this position specification only summarizes information for interested individuals. The statements herein are intended
to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of
all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position. If there is a discrepancy between the information in this position specification and the
current documents obtained in the Division of Human Resources, the latter will always govern. The DeKalb County School District reserves the right to modify,
alter, or discontinue these reference materials for any reason.
Reviewed/Revised: 5/7/2025
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• Ability to demonstrate sufficient physical stamina to deliver training programs.
• Ability to use relevant computer applications; prioritize assignments and manage multiple tasks
simultaneously.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
• Frequently remains in a stationary position.
• Occasionally moves about inside an office.
• Occasionally moves office equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Constantly works in an indoor environment.
By signing below, I agree that I have read and understand the requirements and the essential functions of this position.
Employee: ________________________________________________ Date: ________________________
Disclaimer: Information contained within this position specification only summarizes information for interested individuals. The statements herein are intended
to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of
all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position. If there is a discrepancy between the information in this position specification and the
current documents obtained in the Division of Human Resources, the latter will always govern. The DeKalb County School District reserves the right to modify,
alter, or discontinue these reference materials for any reason.
Reviewed/Revised: 5/7/2025
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