IT Director

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Job Title: Director of Information Technology - --- - Job Description: Job Requirements - Travel Requirement: Travel is required to all geographical locations for Ki Charter, including but not limited to Austin, Boerne, Denton, Fort Worth, Frisco, Houston, Liberty Hill, San Antonio, San Marcos, & Temple. - Education:     * Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field required     * Master's degree preferred - Experience:     * Extensive experience (15+ years) in IT operations, infrastructure, and systems management     * Experience working in a K12 educational environment with demonstrated understanding of how technology supports instructional best practices - Additional Requirements:     * Eligibility - citizenship, residence, or work visa required - Special Knowledge / Skills:     * Strong leadership and strategic planning skills, including prioritization, scheduling, milestone tracking, stakeholder communication, testing plans, risk management, and accountability for deadlines     * Excellent communication and organizational skills     * Advanced analytical and problem-solving abilities with the capacity to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced educational environment     * Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills     * Strong cybersecurity, student data privacy, digital safety, and responsible technology-use knowledge, with student safety prioritized in technology decisions - Primary Function:     The Director of Information Technology provides strategic leadership, planning, and oversight of all technology systems, infrastructure, and services across Ki Charter's multi-site educational programs.     This role ensures secure, scalable, and compliant technology operations that support instructional delivery, student data systems, and organizational growth. - Duties and Responsibilities:     * Develop and implement an IT strategic plan aligned with organizational growth     * Oversee IT infrastructure, systems, and cybersecurity     * Prioritize student safety and security in all technology decisions     * Lead system implementations, migrations, and upgrades     * Ensure compliance with TEA, FERPA, and applicable regulations     * Manage IT operations and support systems, to include projects, instructional programs, evaluation of user management, and active directories     * Manage, monitor, and maintain an accurate district-wide inventory of technology assets, including student and staff devices, laptops, desktops, tablets, printers, interactive smartboards/displays, peripherals, networking equipment, and other instructional technology     * Provide timely and professional communication to administrators and vendors regarding technology issues, project status, service interruptions, and resolution timelines     * Develop and manage IT budget, including creating and maintaining a strategic, scalable technology plan     * Create, manage, and advise on vendor relationships     * Supervise IT staff and provide professional development     * Support instructional/curriculum and operational technology needs     * Serve as Information Officer     * Serve as Cybersecurity Coordinator     * Coordinate E-Rate planning and budgeting     * Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned - Travel Requirement: Travel is required to all geographical locations for Ki Charter, including but not limited to Austin, Boerne, Denton, Fort Worth, Frisco, Houston, Liberty Hill, San Antonio, San Marcos, & Temple.