Chief Technology Officer

$200,000 - $220,000/Yr

Mary Mcdowell Friends School

Full-time - Executive

Educational Services

About the position

The Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at Mary McDowell Friends School (MMFS) is responsible for leading a mission-driven technology department that supports the school's commitment to students with learning disabilities. The CTO oversees all aspects of technology, including integration, data management, infrastructure, and support, while fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. This role requires a hands-on approach to IT/IS management and collaboration with various stakeholders to enhance the school's technological landscape.

Responsibilities

• Manage the school's technology infrastructure, including data management systems, network architecture, and IT support services.
• Maintain accountability for cybersecurity defenses and data protection strategies, facilitating continuous improvement of security protocols and practices in collaboration with external consultants and service providers.
• Develop and oversee IT policies and procedures to ensure the security of the school's digital assets and compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Act as a liaison with technology vendors and service providers, negotiating contracts and managing partnerships.
• Define and communicate a clear vision for integrating technology into all facets of the school that supports students with learning disabilities.
• Serve in a project management and consultative capacity for large-scale technology initiatives, both within the department and across the entire school.
• Evaluate and integrate new technologies to continuously improve the school's technological landscape.
• Collaborate with senior leadership and key stakeholders to align technology initiatives, policies, and services to the needs of each campus and various all-school departments.
• Develop and lead technology training programs for faculty and staff.
• Lead and manage the IT department, including a nine-person team dedicated to technology support.
• Oversee the recruitment, development, and retention of technology professionals at MMFS, providing growth opportunities for team members.
• Oversee the allocation and management of the technology budget in partnership with the CFO.

Requirements

• Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, with advanced coursework in information systems or a related field desirable.
• A deep understanding of diversity practices and a commitment to fostering culturally competent and anti-racist work environments.
• A minimum of seven years of experience leading technology departments and supervising technology employees.
• Hands-on experience managing and administering major components of an IT/IS program in an enterprise organization, preferably in an educational or nonprofit setting.
• Experience leading organizational change and implementing staff development initiatives in alignment with a strategic vision.
• Experience designing and implementing technology infrastructure for new buildings, in addition to retrofitting existing infrastructure.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a K-12 educational environment.
• Familiarity with Quaker values and their application in an educational setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $200,000 - $220,000.
• Opportunity to work in a mission-driven environment that supports students with learning disabilities.