Director of Technology (REPOST)

ReNEW Schools; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

South San Francisco Unified School District is seeking a Director of Information Technology to lead the IT department, plan and oversee district-wide technology initiatives, and ensure reliable systems across WAN, SIS, VoIP, and hardware support.

The role emphasizes supervisory responsibilities, governance of IT services, and alignment with the district's strategic objectives, with preference for candidates having K-12 experience and a strong information technology background.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science or related field and five years increasingly responsible experience in network management and the administration and maintenance of management information systems including three years in a supervisory capacity.
• At least two years of K-12 experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and administer the Information Technology Department activities including WAN, district financial and payroll system, SIS systems, VoIP telephone system, and PC repair throughout the District.
• Direct, manage and evaluate instructional, informational and communication services of the District; supervise the performance of assigned personnel.

Skills

Network management

Systems administration

Project leadership

Supervisory skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science or related field

Tools

SIS systems

VoIP systems

PC repair & maintenance

Job description

OVERVIEW OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

The South San Francisco Unified School District (SSFUSD) community includes 15 schools supporting 8,000 students in Daly City, San Bruno, and South San Francisco.

Our mission is that in partnership with our community, SSFUSD will provide exceptional instruction, engaging experiences, and equitable and accessible opportunities and resources to further support our diverse student body so that students are equipped to learn, thrive, navigate their future with purpose, and impact their community.

In February 2024, the School Board for SSFUSD adopted our new Vision and Five-Year Strategic Plan, which lays out our updated mission, core values, our promise to all students (our “Portrait of a Graduate”), and five strategic priorities to help us bring this promise to life.

We are united in our commitment to this vision, and are looking for mission-aligned educators to join us in bringing this vision to life.

LINK TO FULL JOB DESCRIPTION BELOW:

Director of Technology

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the Associate Superintendent of Business Services, the Director of Information Technology will plan, organize and administer the activities of the Information Technology Department including, but not limited to: wide area network; district financial and payroll system; SIS systems, VoIP telephone system, repair of PC’s throughout the District and other related equipment; direct, manage and evaluate instructional, informational and communication services of the District; supervise the performance of assigned personnel and serve as the District’s visionary and authority on information technology and networking.

Education and Experience:

Any combination equivalent to: bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science or related field and five years increasingly responsible experience in network management and the administration and maintenance of management information systems including three years in a supervisory capacity. At least two years of K-12 experience is preferred.

Licenses and Other Requirements:

• Valid California driver’s license and proof of current California auto liability insurance at time of appointment, and throughout employment in this classification.
• Personal automobile for job-related travel.

Details for this vacancy are as follows:

District Office - Technology Department

7.5 hrs/day; 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Monday - Friday

Please note, this position is reposted until filled. Once a sufficient number of qualifying applications are received to move forward with the recruitment process, this posting will close.

Application Screening and Recruitment Process:

• A complete Nimble application is required for consideration.
• Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Resumes will not be accepted in place of a completed application.
• Applicants must provide professional references.
• References should be work-related; supervisory references are strongly preferred.
• This recruitment is conducted in accordance with a merit-based selection process, consistent with California public sector hiring practices.
• Advancement is based on qualifications, examination results, and other job-related criteria.
• Applications will be screened to verify minimum qualifications. Only those candidates who meet the requirements and pass screening will advance.
• All communication regarding application status and next steps will be sent via Nimble email.
• Applicants are responsible for monitoring their email, including spam and junk folders, for all recruitment communications.

Examination and Interview Process:

Candidates who successfully pass application screening will be required to participate in the following recruitment testing phases:

• Performance Examination Date: TBD
• Panel Interview Date: TBD

Please note:

• Requests for alternate or rescheduled testing or interview dates will not be granted.
• Candidates are expected to be available for all scheduled components of the recruitment testing process.

NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY

The South San Francisco Unified School District is committed to providing equal opportunity for all individuals in district programs and activities. District programs, activities, and practices shall be free from unlawful discrimination, including discrimination against an individual or group based on race, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnic group identification, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, reproductive health decision making, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sex, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information; a perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. (Board Policy 0410)

No district employee shall be discriminated against or harassed by any coworker, supervisor, manager, or other person with whom the employee comes in contact in the course of employment, on the basis of the employee's actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, age, religious creed, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. (Board Policy 4030)