Manager of IT

Miamiarch; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Fort Lauderdale is seeking a dynamic Manager of IT to oversee daily technology operations. You will lead the IT team and collaborate with leadership on strategic initiatives impacting students and staff. The ideal candidate has extensive IT experience, particularly in Apple/Mac environments, and possesses strong organizational and people management skills. This is a full-time position with an emphasis on innovative IT solutions to enhance the educational experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of IT experience, with 2+ years in a supervisory/managerial role.
• Proven experience managing IT budgets and vendor relationships.
• Experience in an educational environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the IT team and help desk operations.
• Oversee daily troubleshooting for network, hardware, and software issues.
• Ensure a secure, reliable IT infrastructure supporting classrooms and administration.
• Manage IT budgets, vendors, and technology procurement.
• Maintain clear documentation and standardized processes.
• Align IT initiatives with school-wide strategic goals.

Skills

Problem-solving

Organizational management

Leadership

Communication

Technical troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Apple/Mac support

Mixed-platform environments

Job description

Cardinal Gibbons High School is seeking a dynamic full-time Manager of IT (Information & Instructional Technology) to oversee daily technology operations while partnering with executive leadership on strategic initiatives that impact students, faculty, and staff. S/he will shape the technology environment for 1,200 plus students and 130 staff and collaborate with school leadership on impactful IT initiatives. The ideal candidate is a problem-solver with strong organizational and people management skills who thrives in an Apple/Mac environment and can balance immediate IT needs with long-term planning. The candidate performs all duties and responsibilities in alignment with the mission, vision, and values of the Catholic Archdiocese of Miami.

Responsibilities include:

• Lead and manage the IT team and help desk operations.
• Oversee daily troubleshooting for network, hardware, and software issues.
• Ensure a secure, reliable IT infrastructure supporting classrooms and administration.
• Manage IT budgets, vendors, and technology procurement.
• Maintain clear documentation and standardized processes.
• Align IT initiatives with school-wide strategic goals.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 5+ years of IT experience, with 2+ years in a supervisory/managerial role.
• Strong background in Apple/Mac support and mixed-platform environments.
• Proven experience managing IT budgets and vendor relationships.
• Excellent troubleshooting, prioritization, and organizational skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and people management abilities.
• Experience in an educational environment preferred.