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Chief Technology Officer

Chief Technology Officer

Arlington Independent School DistrictArlington, TX, US
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ROLE AND PURPOSE :  The Chief Technology Officer is a strategic leader responsible for directing the district's technology initiatives and leveraging innovation to improve student learning and operational efficiency. This position oversees all aspects of the technology department, including network infrastructure, data systems, cybersecurity, and technology support. The CTO possesses a deep understanding of technology management and a passion for using technology to enhance the educational experience for all students and staff. They collaborate closely with district leaders, campus administrators, and staff to align technology strategies with the district's vision and priorities, ensuring that technology resources are used effectively to support student success.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Minimum Certification Requirements :

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, Management Information Systems, Information Technology, or another related field (required)
  • Master's Degree (required)
  • Certified Education Technology Leader (CETL) certification (preferred)

Minimum Experience :

  • Five years' experience leading a progressive Technology organization (required)
  • Three years' experience in the design, implementation and integration of technology systems across a large organization (preferred)
  • Information technology leadership experience in a K-12 school district environment preferred

    • SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS :

  • Comprehensive understanding of data center technologies, data management, and integration of applications across an enterprise-wide system.
  • Broad knowledge of current and emerging technologies, technology directions and strategic application to District needs.
  • Exceptional program and project management skills, including the ability to effectively manage multiple technology initiatives.
  • Excellent interpersonal, organizational, strategic thinking and quantitative / qualitative skills.
  • Demonstrated ability in providing a customer focus and the establishment and management of service level agreements in a complex environment involving multiple platforms, applications, communication systems and vendors
  • Experience developing and maintaining IT policies, procedures, standards and guidelines.

    • MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES :

    I. Instructional Management

  • Works collaboratively with other leaders in planning, coordinating, implementing and evaluating the technology program of the District.
  • Directs the strategic design, acquisition, management, and implementation of an enterprise-wide technology infrastructure and supports the integration of technology into the learning process.
  • Provides oversight and management of the Technology Department consisting of Information Systems, Technology Operations, Project Management, and Web Services.
  • Promotes innovative use of technology for enhancing teaching and learning, standards, data analysis, formative assessments, extending learning opportunities, and on-demand learning for stakeholders.
  • Provides direction and guidance in the daily operation of the technology systems throughout the District.
  • Serves as clearinghouse for technology resources to ensure the optimum productivity of technology users.
  • Facilitates professional learning, training programs related to technology, and the utilization of technology within the District.

    • II. School / Organizational Climate

  • Models behavior that promotes the values and culture that the school district desires.
  • Engages others in developing a shared vision and sense of commitment to the District's vision, values, and priorities.
  • Fosters collaboration and collegiality among leaders throughout the organization.
  • Establishes high expectations and creates / maintains results-focused environment based on communicated goals.
  • Communicates effectively and actively manages professional relationships and partnerships based upon trust, respect, responsiveness and achievement of common goals.
  • Attends staff meetings and participates in the development of board policies and procedures as needed.

    • III.   School / Organization Improvement

  • Maintains a relentless focus on improving student experiences through technology and provides leadership to the appropriate staff to maintain focus on critical success factors.
  • Works collaboratively with others in developing and pursuing Arlington ISD's district goals.
  • Provides the innovation and leadership needed to optimize technology use for student and staff success.
  • Leads and champions the ethical, effective use of artificial intelligence to enhance the student learning experience and the staff work experience.
  • Analyzes, reflects upon, synthesizes, and contextualizes relevant data and information to inform insights and drive actions.
  • Effectively designs, executes and manages short-term and long-range plans that are focused on actions designed to meet department and organizational goals and objectives.
  • Directs, coordinates, and ensures the implementation of all technical systems, network infrastructure, standards, and integration of technology across the District.
  • Actively supports the efforts of others to achieve District priorities, goals and objectives.
  • Maintains an effective system of communications with providers and stakeholders.
  • Works directly with District and campus administrators to bring about continuous improvement.
  • Collaborates in the development and articulation of a common vision of continuous improvement in the productive use of technology systems.
  • Oversees and monitors the District's information security, disaster recovery, and business continuity efforts.
  • Collaborates with other district leaders to develop goals and strategies to increase student enrollment through District specialized programs and transfer process.
  • Ensures a strategic approach to change management.

    • IV. Personnel Management

  • Assists in determining staffing needs.
  • Assists in interviewing and selecting personnel for positions required to implement technology resources and other personnel as requested by the Superintendent.
  • Establishes processes for the development and implementation of programs and activities designed to accomplish the mission of the District and to improve competencies of the staff.
  • Supervises and evaluates the performance of appropriate Technology Department staff.

    • V. Administrative and Fiscal / Facilities Management

  • Provides management oversight and coordination for the functions of the Technology Department.
  • Prepares reports and maintains complete and accurate records as required by administrative regulation, District policy, and the Texas Education Agency.
  • Assists in the preparation of the annual budget for all technology departments.
  • Monitors budget expenditures for all technology departments.
  • Assists in the implementation of the policies established by federal law, state law, state board of education rule, and the local board policy in the areas supervised.
  • Direct risk evaluation and compliance management processes for all technology assets and resources.
  • Demonstrates responsible fiscal control over assigned program budgets.
  • Assists in analyzing facility and equipment needs for optimum teaching, learning, and work efficiency.
  • Assists appropriate District staff and / or third-party vendors in identifying technology needs regarding construction and facility bond projects.
  • Assists in the annual district-wide budget development, including development of budgeting procedures.
  • Provides management oversight and coordinates expenditure of technology bond funds.
  • Coordinates writing of bid specifications and evaluation of bids for business and instructional hardware and software.
  • Coordinates the re-qualification of technology acquisitions.
  • Collaborates with Academic Services to monitor and oversee the procurement of instructional materials resources funded by the District instructional materials allotment.
  • Serve as the primary representative of technology to the any bond advisory committees and the Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee.

    • VI. Student Management

  • Collaborates with Instructional Technology Department and campus administrators regarding the implementation of instructional technology which is appropriate to the level of students, thereby promoting positive student management.
  • Develops and maintains procedures for student usage of mobile technology devices.

    • VII. School / Community Relations

  • Articulates the District's vision, priorities, and values to the community and solicits community support in organizational improvement.
  • Assists in communicating technological systems, accomplishments, goals, and new directions to parents and the community.
  • Demonstrates a commitment to the vision, priorities, and values of the District through effective communication.
  • Foster effective relationships with business, community, private and public education leaders on behalf of technology interests of the District.
  • Demonstrates awareness of school / community needs and initiates activities to meet those identified needs.
  • Projects have a positive image to the community.
  • Attends School Board meetings / work sessions; and prepares and presents reports for the School Board as requested.

    • VIII. Professional Growth and Development

  • Uses information provided through assessment instruments, the district appraisal process, coaching and evaluative feedback from supervisor to improve performance.
  • Adheres to professional channels of communication.
  • Exhibits flexibility in the performance of assigned duties.
  • Demonstrates willingness to use feedback as the basis of modifying performance.
  • Works with others for maximum efficiency and effectiveness of department and District.
  • Performs duties in a professional ethical and responsible manner.
  • Exhibits personal leadership skills characterized by good judgment and logical thinking.

    • IX. Miscellaneous

  • Performs other duties as may be assigned by the Superintendent of Schools.

    • X. Mental Demands / Physical Demands / Environmental Factors

  • Tools / Equipment Used : Standard office equipment including computer / peripherals ; standard instructional equipment.
  • Posture : Moderate standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping
  • Motion : Moderate walking
  • Lifting : Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
  • Environment : Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise
  • Mental Demands : Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress, with frequent interruptions.
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