Director of Technology and Innovation

Spartanburg Day School is currently seeking a Director of Technology and Innovation. The Director of Technology and Innovation is responsible for setting a vision for the technology necessary to support the academic program, administrative structure and other technology programs of Spartanburg Day School.

A successful candidate will possess:

• Bachelors in related field or equivalent training and experience, required

• Masters or other advanced degrees in related field preferred

• Strong understanding of technology, current network and computer operating systems, hardware, protocols, and standards

• Familiarity with administrative management systems, student information systems, Macintosh and iPad OS, and Google Workspace for Education Plus, required

• Managing hardware and software specific to a school environment, preferred

• Proven experience in systems design and development

• Ability to define problems, apply a diagnostic mindset, and implement appropriate solutions

• Ability to communicate effectively with nontechnical constituents from the entire school community

• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations and emerging legal issues as they relate to information technology, especially within K-12

• Previous K-12 experience is strongly preferred.

Key Functions of the role are:

• Works with school’s administrative team to define, and shape the school’s technology strategic vision

• Manages the deployment of IT infrastructure, hardware, and systems, including daily tech support

• Maintains a secure and robust technology architecture to include continuous improvement to network and applications

• Troubleshoots network system failures and suggest areas of improvement

• Collaborates across all divisions to develop an instructional technology plan

• Develops and implements the school technology plan

• Manages technology budget to include allocating of resources and projects scheduled in conjunction with the Director of Finance and Operations

• Manages and maintains inventories of technology resources

• Build relationships across the school community to establish a customer service response model for technology

• Manages the help desk and work order system to ensure high-quality and timely technical support for all School community

• Ensures education and training of faculty in the use of new media and technology

• Works to meet all regulatory requirements regarding the safeguarding of information and implement best practices to ensure that systems are safe

• Develop and implement IT policy and procedure needed to effectively and efficiently meet the school’s program goals while adhering to all relevant regulations and guidelines.

• Develop and document an incident response plan for technology

• Collaborate on curriculum technology support

• Advise to the technology strategic plan

• Proactively share technology ideas and opportunities with the school community

Spartanburg Day School opened its doors as the first independent school in Upstate South Carolina in 1957. Our community provides each student with an unparalleled education. At SDS students are known and feel safe to take risks. Our students own their learning and achieve their personal best. Our students are confident learners who are prepared to meet the challenges of college and of life.

At Spartanburg Day School we value Excellence, Individuality, Leadership, Curiosity, and Passion with our faculty and students.

Spartanburg Day School is situated in the Upstate region of South Carolina in beautiful Spartanburg. Located at the intersection of Interstates 85 and 26, we’re within driving distance of three international airports and less than a half day's drive from Asheville, Atlanta, Charlotte, Charleston, Greenville, and Nashville. Unmatched statewide in economic development for new investment and job creation. Home to a thriving cultural district and diverse educational institutions. Recognized for its award-winning wellness initiatives and culture of health. There’s no better time than now to be in Spartanburg. www.visitspartanburg.com