Human resources to keep Frontline, build district applicant platform; district launches tech trainers

Human resources staff reported Feb. 10 that the district will continue using Frontline for professional job postings while building a tailored application platform for future hiring needs, and that the district has placed tech trainers in each building to support staff technology use and curriculum integration.

The HR presenter said cost and volume of use drove the decision to continue with Frontline while developing the district's own platform. The intermediate school district (ISD) will cover platform costs through June, after which Lowell will pay a prorated share. HR said some support positions will continue to be recruited via social media and job boards, while professional postings will remain on Frontline at least through the spring while the district builds and tests its platform.

HR also reported that tech trainers started last Monday and that staffing follows the LEA contract stipend structure: one tech trainer per elementary building and two each at the middle and high school. Staff described trainers as working with curriculum and technology departments to troubleshoot issues, assist teachers and refine daily trainer duties with principals and directors.

Why it matters: recruiting platforms, staffing and on‑site tech support influence the district's ability to fill positions and support classroom technology during curriculum and platform migrations. HR said it will run Frontline and the district platform side by side during the transition period to ensure clean migration.

No formal board action was required.