Information Technology Director - Enterprise Systems Branch, 604492 (2026-03388)

Hawaiʻi State Department of Education; Enterprise (NV); On-site; USD 130,000 - 184,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Job summary

The Hawaii State Department of Education is seeking Educational Officers and qualified professionals to lead enterprise systems initiatives across the department.

You will develop strategic plans, supervise staff, and liaise with school administrators and stakeholders to ensure aligned IT services and compliance with policies.

Candidates must have extensive experience in information systems, data management, and project leadership within an educational setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in information and computer sciences or MIS-focused business administration.
• Nine years professional experience in electronic processing systems analysis or computer programming, including education sector.
• Seven years enterprise data warehouse development/management, with supervisory experience and multi-project management.

Responsibilities

• Leads the development of strategic and operational plans for enterprise systems.
• Liaises with department leadership, school administrators, and stakeholders on enterprise systems matters.
• Oversees daily operations and budgeting for the branch; ensures compliant, effective IT services.
• Provides expert guidance for acquisition, deployment, and management of enterprise systems and solutions.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Communication

Information systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in information and computer sciences

Bachelor's degree in business administration with MIS

Job description

Description

APPLICANTS MAY BE EDUCATIONAL OFFICERS, TEACHERS AND OTHER QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS

SPECIAL INTERNAL / EXTERNAL

TYPE OF APPOINTMENT ISSUED: This position is excluded from the Educational Officers' Bargaining Unit and will be filled as a clear line appointment.

Examples of Duties

• LEADERSHIP AND PLANNING:
• Leads the development of strategic and operational plans for enterprise systems and solutions for the Hawaii State Department of Education.
• Based on current and future department requirements and emerging technologies in the industry, develops strategies and plans for future changes and additions to services and solutions provided.
• Develops, convenes, and leads committees and advisory groups which may include technology experts, business/functional stakeholders and subject matter experts, end-users, etc. to promote and improve planning, priorities, implementation, and support of enterprise systems and solutions.
• Liaises with department leadership, school administrators, technology staff, end-users, internal/external stakeholders on matters relating to enterprise systems and solutions.
• Provides expert consultation and guidance for acquisition, deployment, and management of enterprise systems and other solutions that may impact or require resources of core enterprise systems, solutions, and staff, as well as to ensure alignment with technology and department strategy and plans.
• Represents the department and information technology office by serving as a technology expert on committees, boards, task forces, etc. related to enterprise systems and solutions, as well as presenting information to various groups at the department, state, national, and international level.
• Serves as a member of the Office of Information Technology Services (OITS) leadership team, actively participates and contributes in the planning and implementation of strategic technology initiatives, department and technology plans and strategies, problem/issue resolution and solutions.
• Monitors and researches trends and best practices within the technology and education industries to anticipate strategic direction changes, needs, opportunities, and impacts for OITS and the department.
• ORGANIZATIONAL AND OPERATIONAL MANAGEMENT:
• Develops priorities for the branch, in alignment with technology, department, and other strategic plans and directions, as well as based on technical and resource opportunities and/or constraints, vendor/product road maps, and other technology and education industry information.
• Manages branch staffing resources including recruitment, hiring, orientation/on-boarding, performance evaluation/management, and other staff resourcing and management activities.
• Identifies and implements a professional development and learning strategies to build and maintain institutional and staff knowledge and growth.
• Develops and organizes procedures, guidelines, technical and other documentation for current and future enterprise systems and solutions, capabilities, and services.
• Develops and organizes procedures, guidelines, technical and other documentation for current and future enterprise systems and solutions, capabilities, and services.e) Manages branch fiscal resources including development and oversight of the branch's annual budget and expenditure plans, technology acquisition processes (solicitation, contract development and execution, vendor management), annual licensing management and renewals; practices sound and ethical fiscal accountability methods.
• Develops, implements, and monitors corrective actions as required in response to audits.
• Oversees and directs the daily operations of the branch for and through direct reports.
• Effectively communicates information, plans, strategies, etc. of the department and its leadership to branch staff to ensure appropriate input, actions, and implementation occurs and aligns to strategic direction.
• Develops and oversees the effective development, management, maintenance, and controls for enterprise systems and solutions including ensuring compliance with relevant policies, regulations, laws, and mandates.
• Develops and oversees a process of continuous improvement of all branch resources and processes including the identification of areas of improvement, opportunities, and gaps; solicits input from branch staff, OITS leadership, and other impacted stakeholders to ensure collaboration and input results in successful improvements and operations; anticipates, identifies, and resolves complex obstacles to the success of the overall program as well as specific projects.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in information and computer sciences, or a bachelor's degree in business administration with specialization in management information systems.

Experience: Nine (9) years of responsible professional experience in electronic processing systems analysis and/or computer programming of which five (5) years shall have been in an education agency, program or system including two (2) years of supervision of professional staff in information systems development or related functions.

Desired Experience: Seven (7) years of responsible specialized experience in information systems and data warehouse development/management on an enterprise-wide scale and scope, of which three (3) years must have been supervisory in nature and two (2) years included the management of multiple projects in various technologies and functions. Experience supervising other supervisors.

Combined Education and Experience: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be acceptable as determined by the Department. Substitutions can be considered for the requirement of experience in an education program, agency, or system.

Knowledge: Computer and data systems; computer programming; electronic data processing; information systems in organizations; database systems; statistical data analysis; information systems analysis and design; management and organizational behavior; productivity management; principles and practices of supervision; laws, rules, regulations and administrative procedures pertinent to the areas of assignment.

Desired Knowledge: Software development life cycle; quality assurance practices; project management; IT leadership; theories, principles, and practices of IT; operation and management of enterprise systems including on-premise and cloud-based; operation and management of enterprise technology in a K12 education system; personnel management; conflict resolution techniques; strategic planning; innovative, emerging, and state-of-the-art principles, concepts, and technology associated with enterprise systems and solutions; applicable state and federal laws, rules, regulations, and policies that apply to the provision of information technology services in a K12 education setting.

Ability to: Plan, direct, coordinate and evaluate central staff services in information systems; recommend changes in procedures and practices to improve efficiency and economy; deal effectively with federal, state and departmental officials to accomplish program goals and objectives; provide department-wide advice; communicate effectively with others both orally and in writing; operate computer and various business machines.

Desired Ability to: Provide leadership, direction, and management to a diverse staff with diverse but related programs; develop and implement short-term and long-term strategic and operational plans; apply knowledge of IT programs in an educational setting; evaluate program and staff performance and growth; effectively communicate verbally (interpersonal and public) and in writing with various audiences (staff, end-users, leadership, high level officials, etc.), including sensitive matters; effectively and ethically manage resources (fiscal, personnel, contracts, etc.); establish and maintain effective working relationships with branch staff, IT and department leadership, school administration and staff, high level officials in other state, community, and private organizations; perform administrative tasks related to the daily operation and future direction of the branch.

Supplemental Information

SALARY RANGE: EOSR-10, $130,120 to $184,201.

Department of Education certificated employees will be placed on the salary range in accordance with Department regulations.

All others will be placed on the first step of $130,120.

NOTE: Department of Education employees will be placed on the salary range in accordance with Department regulations. All new external applicants will be placed on the initial step of the salary range. However, placement above the initial step of the salary range will be based on special characteristics and critical needs of the position, an applicant's exceptional qualifications, the availability of funds, and other relevant factors. Such appointments require prior approval.

WORK YEAR AND BENEFITS: This appointment will be on a 12-month basis with vacation and sick leave provided according to applicable regulations.

POSTING CYCLE: Vacant or unfilled positions may be internally and/or externally advertised on the 1st and/or 16th of any calendar month.

EDUCATIONAL OFFICER CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENT

Priority for appointments shall be given to qualified and tenured educational officers in that class who wish to move to that position through lateral transfer or a voluntary demotion and second to all other qualified educational officers with tenure.

APPROVED

Robert Davis

Interim Assistant Superintendent

Office of Talent Management

Equal Opportunity

The Hawaii State Department of Education does not discriminate in its educational policies, programs, and activities on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, and disability in accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991. The Department does not discriminate in its employment policies, programs, and activities on the basis of sexual orientation, arrest and court record, and National Guard participation, as well as on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, and disability, in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991, Equal Pay Act of 1963, and Chapter 378, Part I, Hawaii Revised Statutes.

Payday

New employees can expect their first paycheck within the first 3 pay periods of their start date. Payday is on the 5th and 20th (or previous business day) of every month.

12-month certificated employees enjoy a range of competitive benefits

• Holidays: Employees observe paid holidays during the school year provided that all conditions under the respective collective bargaining agreement are met.
• Vacation: 12-month certificated employees earn 21 days per year.
• Sick Leave: 12-month certificated employees earn 21 days per year. Accumulated (unused) credits may be used toward computing retirement benefits.
• Health Insurance: If eligible, the State pays a part of the premiums for each employee's enrollment in a State sponsored Medical, Drug, Vision, and Adult Dental Plan.
• Group Life Insurance: The State provides a free life insurance policy for employees and retirees.
• Premium Conversion Plan: Participating employees may increase their take-home pay by having the State deduct the cost of health care premiums before payroll taxes are withheld.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Eligible employees can reduce their federal and state income taxes and social security taxes through a tax-savings benefit program called Island Flex. This program allows employees to set aside money from their paychecks to pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and eligible dependent care expenses on a before-tax basis.
• Retirement Plan: The State contributes to a retirement plan for eligible employees. Generally, employees with at least 10 years of credited service and who have reached 62 years of age or have 30 years of credited service and are 55 years old may retire and receive benefits.
• Tax Shelter Annuity (TSA): If eligible, Department employees are able to participate in a tax shelter annuity program. The TSA plan allows eligible employees to contribute pre-tax dollars to an employee-selected investment service provider authorized to provide TSA products.
• Deferred Compensation: The State offers employees a tax deferred (sheltered) retirement investment program. This program is an opportunity to build a retirement nest egg through voluntary payroll deductions. Several investment options are available.
• Temporary Disability Insurance: Qualified employees may be eligible to receive benefits for a disability caused by a non-work-related injury or illness under this program.
• Social Security: As an employer, the State also contributes to an employee's social security account.
• Workers' Compensation: If an employee is injured while on the job, benefits covering medical expenses and partial wage support may be available through workers' compensation.
• Union & Collective Bargaining: Employees have the right to join the union for collective bargaining with the State and employee representation. Some employee unions provide discounts, insurance and other opportunities. Employees may also decide not to join a union, however, employees are required to pay union service fees unless the employee's job is excluded from collective bargaining.

The above is intended as a general summary of the benefits offered and is subject to change. This does not constitute a contract or binding agreement. Benefits vary by type of employment appointment and collective bargaining agreements.

INTERNAL APPLICATION QUALIFICATION

Are you a current salaried employee who is a tenured educational officer or was previously a tenured educational officer in the Hawai`i State Department of Education?

• Yes
• No

Required Question