Technology Acquisitions Officer

PLANO ISD

Plano, TX

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Administrative Management, Billing, Budget Management, Budgeting, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Develop and Maintain Customers, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Electrical Components, File Maintenance, Finance, General Ledger Accounting, High School Diploma, Interpersonal Skills, Maintenance - Electrical, Mathematics, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Physical Demands, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Pricing, Problem Solving Skills, Process Management, Procurement Management, Procurement Software, Purchase Orders, Purchasing/Procurement, Telephone Skills, Time Management
LOCATION
Plano, TX
POSTED
1 day ago
Position Type:
Technology/Technology Acquisitions Officer

Date Posted:
1/12/2026

Location:
Administration Bldg

Closing Date:
Until Filled Pay Grade: 790 ($23.91 per Hr Min)

Primary Purpose:

Responsible for purchasing technology related items for the district

Qualifications:
Education/Certification:

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Associates degree or higher preferred
Special Knowledge/Skills:
  • Proficiency with ERP/Procurement systems (Skyward Qmaltiv experience preferred")
  • Proficiency with computer applications (Word, Excel) and databases
  • Strong mathematical and accounting skills
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong organization and time management skills
  • Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
  • High attention-to-detail and accuracy
  • Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships
  • Ability to handle multiple and changing priorities efficiently and effectively
Experience:
  • Minimum three years of experience working with accounting, purchasing, and business procedures preferably in a public education environment
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
  • Manage the procurement process for all technology initiatives districtwide
  • Oversee purchase order process from start to finish; maintain funds, request quotes, create requisitions, follow approvals, email POs to vendors and appropriate staff, verify receipt of product(s), receive and reconcile invoices, and maintain files
  • Obtain quotes from approved vendors to ensure best pricing on non-bid items while adhering to district purchasing guidelines
  • Process all technology related invoices for hardware, cabling, electrical, and device repairs and maintain billing accuracy on all open project purchase orders
  • Assist district employees with pricing and technology purchases for their department or site. Confirm/request applicable account code and supervisor's approval
  • Work closely with deployment center on receiving and delivery status/issues and keep campus/department informed of deliveries and technology purchased for their site
  • Maintain current General Ledger balances for all funded areas and provide supervisor with detailed balances monthly and maintain accounts in preparation for budget planning and at budget year-end close out
  • Work closely with finance and purchasing teams to maintain account codes, approve budget amendments, and update purchasing procedures
  • Provide support to customers, answer incoming calls regarding purchasing questions and route to appropriate personnel as needed
  • Assist with maintaining technology catalog on current pricing and ordering information
  • Follow the district's retention schedule
  • Follow all rules, regulations, and policies of Plano ISD and follow directives from supervisor
  • Follow attendance policy as assigned by supervisor
  • Perform other duties or functions that may be assigned by the administration and/or supervisor
Equipment Used:
  • Uses computer, printer, copier, calculator, scanner and fax
Working Conditions:
Mental Demands:
  • Reading; ability to perform basic arithmetic; ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); ability to operate a computer; maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruptions
Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
  • Frequent sitting, standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing and pulling; prolonged use of computer and repetitive hand motions; occasional lifting up to 50 pounds


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