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    Technology Director - Chicago, United States - Archdiocese of Chicago

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    Description

    Position Type:
    Technology/Director

    Date Posted:7/10/2023


    Location:
    IND Sacred Heart Schools, Sheridan RdTitle:


    Technology DirectorClassification:
    Exempt


    Department:

    TechnologyStatus:
    Full-Time, 12 Month

    School Day:

    7:45am - 4:00pmReports to:

    Chief Financial Officer

    School Description


    Founded in Chicago in 1876, Sacred Heart Schools at Sheridan Road (Hardey Preparatory for Boys and Academy of the Sacred Heart for Girls) are independent, Catholic, single-sex elementary schools committed to academic excellence within the context of a Christian, faith-based community.

    The educational mission is deeply rooted in the 200-year tradition of the Society of the Sacred Heart and shared with the Network of Sacred Heart Schools located in 30 countries; including 25 schools in the United States and Canada.

    The essence of this tradition is the total development of each child:
    spiritual, intellectual, social, emotional and physical. Our girls and boys are taught in single-gender classrooms, but follow a similar curriculum and share in many activities.

    With a total enrollment of approximately 600 students, the Schools are organized into three academic divisions each led by a division head.


    Essential Job Functions:


    Drive the ongoing development and evolution of the Schools' technology vision and implementation in collaboration with the leadership team, various committees, and key functional personnelLead the technology team including hiring, mentoring, developing, and retaining quality staff and a service-oriented cultureEvaluate and establish technology best practices, policies, and procedures, serving as a liaison between business departments of the school, brokering consensus on technology planning solutionsDrive the school's technology planning and budgeting, including execution and ongoing management of related purchases and expensesOversee and maintain a robust and secure network infrastructure that supports the integration of technology in the academic program and throughout all areas of the SchoolsOversee and manage the growing number and use of devices for students and employees including the Schools' 1:1 program and other strategic initiativesManage the school's student information system (Blackbaud) and learning management systems (Seesaw & Canvas), including ongoing rostering, review, new system migration, and related projects.

    Ensure cyber-security and response planning for cyber incidents, including disaster recoveryServe as a trusted technology partner for key departments, including partnering with Communications to strengthen the school's websites and digital communication toolsEnsure that IT systems, projects, and third-party vendors are managed successfullyFacilitate regular communication with the school community regarding technology plans, policies, and proceduresOversee telecommunications services for the schoolStay current in developments, materials, and community resources of educational technologyOversee research, purchasing, tracking and implementation of necessary IT hardware and softwareAssist involved personnel with research and grant writing in the field of technologyDevelop the use of SHS Network website ) and other external use of networking capabilitiesOther duties as assigned by the Chief Financial Officer or Head of SchoolsQualifications:

    Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or another related fieldMinimum of 5 years of experience leading the development, installation, and maintenance of information systems, preferably in an education, non-profit, or public-sector environmentStrong leader who actively promotes professional development and mentors the technology team to foster individual growth and align skillsets with the school's needsExtensive experience managing IT teams, with a proven track record of providing functional and progressive value to organizations through operational analysis, planning, service excellence, and project integration managementStrong interpersonal skills, collaborative work orientation, and proven performance resultsHas integrity and is a consensus builder among staff, faculty, and studentsA commitment to Sacred Heart's mission and valuesExcellent communication skills, including the ability to effectively elicit information and convey technology content to technical and non-technical audiencesExcellent organization, decision making, and project management skills and experienceStrong background in working with Microsoft platforms (server & workstation) and applications preferably in the education spaceDemonstrated ability to think strategically and create vision, while executing effectively

    To Apply

    Apply directly at the School's website ) in the Career Opportunities section, submitting a cover letter and resume.

    Sacred Heart Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate.
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