Director of Technology

Location

Austin, TX | United States

Job description

Why we are the right fit for you: church and school community. With a commitment to individualized attention, our students seek knowledge and are eager learners. We need you, a Director of Technology to support the technology environment for our church and school. The rolling hills of Northwest Austin are calling you to come and join our family and be inspired by educational, physical, and spiritual excellence!

Responsibilities

• Drive the ongoing development and evolution of the Schools' technology vision and implementation in collaboration with the leadership team, various committees, and key functional personnel
• Evaluate and establish technology best practices, policies, and procedures, serving as a liaison between teachers, school staff, ministry leads and parish staff, brokering consensus on technology planning solutions
• Manage the school and parish's technology planning and budgeting, including execution and ongoing management of related purchases and expenses
• Oversee and maintain a robust and secure network infrastructure that supports the integration of technology in the school's academic program and throughout all areas of the parish
• Oversee and manage the growing number and use of devices for students and employees including the school's 1:1 program and other strategic initiatives
• Manage the school's student information system (FACTS SIS) and learning management systems (Google Enterprise, Seesaw, Apple School Manager, etc.), including ongoing rostering, review, new system migration, and related projects.
• Ensure cyber-security and response planning for cyber incidents, including disaster recovery

Other Important Job functions:

• Serve as a trusted technology partner for key departments, including partnering with Communications to strengthen the parish and school's websites and digital communication tools
• Ensure that IT systems, projects, and third-party vendors are managed successfully
• Facilitate regular communication with the school and parish community regarding technology plans, policies, and procedures
• Oversee telecommunications services for the parish and school
• Stay current in developments, materials, and community resources of educational technology
• Oversee research, purchasing, tracking, and implementation of necessary IT hardware and software
• Assist involved personnel with research and grant writing in the field of technology
• Other duties as assigned by the Principal and Chief Operating Officer

Top Candidates will have:

• Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or another related field (MIS preferred)
• Minimum of 5 years of experience leading the development, installation, and maintenance of information systems, preferably in an education, non-profit, or public-sector environment
• Strong leader who actively promotes professional development and mentors the teachers and staff to foster individual growth and align skillsets with the school and parish needs
• Extensive experience managing IT, with a proven track record of providing functional and progressive value to organizations through operational analysis, planning, service excellence, and project integration management
• Strong interpersonal skills, collaborative work orientation, and proven performance results
• Has integrity and is a consensus builder among staff, faculty, and students
• A commitment to St. Theresa's mission and values
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to effectively elicit information and convey technology content to technical and non-technical audiences
• Excellent organization, decision-making, and project management skills and experience
• Strong background in working with Microsoft, Google, and Apple platforms and applications preferably in the education space
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and create vision, while executing effectively

Additional Info on Campus and Employer:

• All employees of the church are engaged in ministry and closely tied to the Pastor, COO, and Principal in the exercise of their ministry and obligations to the church & school as an at-will employer.
• Working in a fast-paced environment with priorities and plans that may change rapidly.
• Working on weekends, evenings, and some holidays may be required.
• Will be required to adhere to established dress codes and conduct standards.
• All buildings and vehicles owned by the school are tobacco-free.
• Must maintain a work schedule that maximizes availability to students, parents, colleagues, and administration.
• Must maintain compliance with the Diocese of Austin Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) policies throughout the employment period.

Ministerial Character:

Catholic schools in the Diocese of Austin are canonically obedient to the Bishop and assist him in fulfilling his ministry and canonical obligations. Pastors, presidents, and principals serve as leaders of the schools to make Christ's mission present and enduring in the schools. To fulfill Christ's mission, the school leaders employ suitable, chosen collaborators, sharing with them Christ's mission, and entrusting to them various responsibilities.

Positions employed at St. Theresa Catholic Church & School help extend the ministry of the School leaders in particular ways as outlined in the job description. The employee in this position is closely connected to and assists Church & School leaders in the performance of their ministry and, therefore, engages in ministry for the Church.

Mental/Physical Demands:

• Required to lift or carry supplies, textbooks, furniture, or equipment
• Required to maintain composure and avoid inappropriate displays of anger
• Required to sit, stand, bend, stoop, reach, grab, pull, hear, see, and speak on a daily basis
• Required to perform repetitive physical tasks such as computer keyboarding, writing, and reading
• Required to monitor students in a variety of locations including those with noise, activity, and inclement weather

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Salary

$72k