Executive Director of Technology

Supervisor: Chief Technology and Operations Officer

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Director of Information Services, Director of Technology Services, Director of IT/IS Security

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. In addition to the requirements listed below, regular attendance is an essential function of this position.
• Ensures that all actions are in concert with the Board policies as well as the mission statement, beliefs, objectives and parameters found in the Board's strategic plan.
• Participates in job training and professional growth opportunities in order to enhance ability to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.
• Collaborates with the Chief Technology and Operations Officer (CTOO) and district leadership to support technology initiatives that advance the district's strategic plan.
• Ensures the effective delivery of technology services that support teaching, learning, business operations, communications, and district initiatives.
• Develops, implements, and monitors short- and long-range technology plans that support instructional, operational, and administrative objectives.
• Provides recommendations regarding technology investments, modernization efforts, cybersecurity initiatives, and operational improvements.
• Leads technology governance processes, standards, procedures, and best practices across the district.
• Maintains awareness of emerging technologies, educational technology trends, cybersecurity developments, and operational best practices.
• Oversees the operation, maintenance, reliability, and continuous improvement of district technology infrastructure, networks, systems, applications, telecommunications, and end-user devices.
• Ensures technology systems effectively support the instructional needs of approximately 28,000 students and operational needs of approximately 4,000 employees.
• Oversees service delivery functions including help desk operations, technical support services, device deployment, asset management, and lifecycle planning.
• Establishes, monitors, and reports on service level expectations and operational performance metrics.
• Directs technology projects and initiatives, ensuring alignment with district goals, timelines, budgets, and resource constraints.
• Oversees enterprise applications, information systems, systems integration, and data management processes.
• Leads district cybersecurity efforts including risk assessment, vulnerability management, incident response planning, security awareness, and business continuity planning.
• Supports compliance with applicable requirements related to student data privacy, records management, cybersecurity, E-Rate, and state and federal reporting obligations.
• Assists in the development and administration of technology budgets, technology replacement plans, and capital improvement requests.
• Monitors expenditures and resource utilization to maximize operational efficiency and return on investment.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university in Information Technology, Educational Technology, Business Administration, Computer Science, Information Systems, Educational Leadership, or related field preferred or comparable certification preferred.
• Minimum of five years of progressively responsible leadership experience in technology management, information systems, educational technology, or related field.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Demonstrated commitment to the district's core values of Character, Communication, Collaboration, and Continuous Improvement.
• Strong leadership, organizational, project management, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Knowledge of K-12 technology operations, instructional technology, and enterprise information systems.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, risk management, and information security practices.
• Knowledge of cloud services, networking, systems administration, data management, and technology support operations.
• Knowledge of Microsoft technologies and enterprise productivity platforms.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local regulations governing technology and data privacy.
• A strong background and experience in managing complex projects, creating and sustaining a strong culture of collaboration and teamwork
• Demonstrated experience leading complex technology initiatives and organizational change.
• Experience managing technology operations, infrastructure, enterprise applications, cybersecurity, and support services.
• Experience developing and managing budgets and technology replacement strategies.
• WORKING CONDITIONS: Moderate in-district travel as well as intermittent in-state and out-of-state travel. Intermittent prolonged and irregular hours of work.
• A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including:
• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• Voluntary life insurance
• Paid Sick and Personal time
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Membership in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) or Teachers' Retirement System (TRS)
• Optional 403(b) plan
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• OTHER: This job description describes duties and responsibilities which are representative of the nature and level of work assigned to the position. The identified duties and responsibilities are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.
• The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the school district and employee and is subject to change by the school district as the needs of the school district and requirements of the job change.

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