Director of Technology
We seek a full-time Director of Technology who can start sometime between April and June of 2019. The ideal candidate will be a highly organized, self-directed, flexible, and curious systems thinker with a proven track record of transformational leadership and excellent customer service. They will be both a visionary thinker and a boots-on-the-ground tech specialist and will have the inclination and experience to work in a diverse community focused on issues of equity, inclusion, and social justice. Candidates who have the ability and desire to teach a course (in technology or another discipline) as part of their job are preferable. All candidates should have at least three years of technology experience in a school setting and ideally possess an advanced degree in a relevant field.
Job Summary The Director of Technology is a creative and experienced professional who directs the school’s overall technology program. This is a full-time leadership position responsible for leading the school’s technology mission and vision.
Institutional Leadership
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Provides strategic and visionary leadership in all areas of technology.
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Stays current with and engages in educational technology trends, best practices, and the overall technology landscape.
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Creates and implements a mission-aligned technology vision that keeps MA current, relevant, and innovative/cutting edge.
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Ensures ethical utilization of technology resources.
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Clearly defines the mission of the technology department to ensure all members are unified toward a common goal.
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Supports school initiatives, especially examining the ways that technology can offer new insights and supports.
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Keeps multiculturalism, equity, inclusion, and diversity as a priority and lens in all work.
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Chairs committees and/or ad-hoc taskforces related to the role of Director of Technology.
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Partners with administration and faculty to develop the protocols, practices, and expectations of technology use on campus.
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Represents the department at functions held within and outside the school.
Administrative Leadership
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Manages a technology department that is responsible for all data needs of the School: technology infrastructure, database and website management, information systems, integration of technology in the learning process, technology education, and professional development.
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Partners with administrators and staff in school operations and web-based services (e.g. Admission, Advancement, Athletics, Communication, Business and Operations) to assist these departments in employing technology to enhance the school’s web presence and to achieve greater organizational efficiencies.
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Engages with faculty, staff, and students to extend our responsible and creative use of technology, including leading or organizing professional development and student learning opportunities.
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Manages a diverse technology team and supports and mentors each member to be a strong leader in their area of focus, including operating with strong technical standards.
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Manages the technology budget.
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Oversees the long-term planning and management of computer hardware, software, network infrastructure, servers, and information architecture to support the academic and administrative needs of the school.
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Works with tech team to review and evaluate tech needs and requests, and to maintain an inventory of purchases and equipment.
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Reviews and regularly updates technology policies.
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Manages various tech-based accounts and recommends updates and changes.
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Joins the Admin Team for weekly meetings and annual retreats.
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Review and implement internal controls where necessary.
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Models and cultivates a shared sense of purpose in order to create a culture of engagement and investment with members of the community.
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Models encouragement and compassion through interactions with all members of the community.
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Models transparency in an effort to foster a culture of collegiality.
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Creates an environment of shared knowledge and purpose among the technology team and ensures that this is evident in the community.
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Is an active participant in appropriate personal learning networks, thereby highlighting the activities of the school and staying abreast of the best practices from other thought leaders and institutions.
Direct Reports
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Design Lead (with the Academic Dean)
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Information Technology Support Manager
Skills and Competencies
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Collaborative
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Forward-thinking
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Ability to mentor and train faculty in the use of technology in order to enhance students’ educational experience
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Strong problem-solving skills
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Outstanding communications skills, both verbal and written
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Strong interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents, and the community
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Experience with database administration
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Experience with network administration/security
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Superior technical expertise with both PC and Apple hardware, with a specifically strong background in Mac (Mac certificates preferable)
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Bachelor’s degree required; Advanced degree preferred
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At least three years experience with technology in a school setting (preferably more)
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Demonstrated administrative experience relating to technology and technology integration
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Experience and skill with a wide range of hardware, software and cloud resources
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Experience with web-based course management systems and databases
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Mac certifications preferred
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Teaching experience preferred
Marin Academy is an independent, college preparatory high school located in the San Francisco Bay Area in San Rafael, CA with an enrollment of 440 students with academic talent, interest in the arts and athletics, and a passion for a multitude of issues. Our students come from San Francisco, the East Bay, and Sonoma in addition to Marin County. Salary and benefits are very competitive and are based on level of experience and education.
Marin Academy’s mission statement “asks every individual to think, question, and create in an environment of encouragement and compassion, and challenges each person to accept the responsibilities posed by education in a democratic society.” Marin Academy is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity. For more information about Marin Academy, please visit our website (www.ma.org).
Please send cover letter and resume to:
KaTrina Wentzel