District Tech Leader: Strategy, Security & Innovation

Town-of-Falmouth,-M; Falmouth (MA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Falmouth Public Schools is seeking a Director of Technology to lead systemwide instructional and information technology, overseeing infrastructure, cybersecurity, and data systems while guiding the district’s use of educational technology.

The role requires strong leadership, collaboration with district leaders, and a focus on secure, equitable access to tech resources across schools. Salary is negotiable, reporting to the Superintendent.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of technology leadership experience.
• Experience overseeing district IT infrastructure, servers, networks, and systems.
• Experience supervising technology staff or departments.
• Experience with instructional technology integration and educational technology.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity practices and data privacy/copyright laws.
• Knowledge of Google Workspace, Active Directory, and cloud systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide vision and strategic planning for district technology to align with instructional goals and future needs.
• Develop and implement a district technology plan and vision.
• Manage and support instructional and administrative technologies.
• Prepare and manage technology budgets (operating and capital).
• Develop technology policies, standards, and procedures.
• Research, evaluate, and recommend new technologies.
• Ensure accessibility, equity, and compliance with educational technology standards.
• Partner with Teaching & Learning leaders to evaluate digital learning tools for instructional impact and alignment with DESE standards.

Skills

Technology leadership

Strategic planning

Budget planning

Staff supervision

Communication

Project management

Cybersecurity knowledge

Data analytics

Education

METAA CTO certification or CoSN CETL (Preferred)

Tools

Google Workspace

Active Directory

Cloud systems

Job description

Falmouth Public Schools is seeking a Director of Technology to lead systemwide instructional and information technology, overseeing infrastructure, cybersecurity, and data systems while guiding the district’s use of educational technology.

The role requires strong leadership, collaboration with district leaders, and a focus on secure, equitable access to tech resources across schools. Salary is negotiable, reporting to the Superintendent.