Education IT Director: Data, Systems & Support

Office of Technology; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools in Charlotte, North Carolina seeks an Executive Director, Information Systems & Support to lead IT infrastructure, systems, and support services in a K-12 environment. The role reports to the Chief Technology Officer and requires strategic vision, strong leadership, and extensive IT governance experience.

The successful candidate will drive data strategy, oversee enterprise software, cybersecurity, budgeting, procurement, and cross‑functional collaboration to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science or related area required.
• Master’s degree in information technology management or related area preferred.
• Minimum of five years’ experience in IT related role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, supervise, and evaluate assigned programs/staff in the district.
• Oversee development and implementation of a data strategy for leveraging data as a strategic asset and in alignment with the district’s Strategic Plan.
• Collaborate across divisions to develop a better understanding of processes and outcomes and driving results through data-informed continuous improvement.
• Oversee support for computer hardware and support for teaching and learning.
• Manage procurement, inventory and surplus of technological equipment, systems, and related services.

Skills

IT leadership

Data strategy

SQL proficiency

Budget management

Project management

Vendor relations

Cloud platforms

Security & compliance

Communication

Team supervision

Education

Bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science or related area

Master’s degree in information technology management or related area

5 years IT experience

Tools

Enterprise software

Operating systems

Database management

Job description

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools in Charlotte, North Carolina seeks an Executive Director, Information Systems & Support to lead IT infrastructure, systems, and support services in a K-12 environment. The role reports to the Chief Technology Officer and requires strategic vision, strong leadership, and extensive IT governance experience.

The successful candidate will drive data strategy, oversee enterprise software, cybersecurity, budgeting, procurement, and cross‑functional collaboration to