Information Technology Director establishes, plans, and administers the overall policies and goals for the information technology department. Analyzes the needs of different departments and determines ways to meet business objectives by modifying existing or developing new information processing systems. Being an Information Technology Director manages the research and selection of IT equipment, applications, and supplies. Requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Information Technology Director typically reports to a CIO. The Information Technology Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. To be an Information Technology Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
VA Summary: Vermont Academy (VA) is nestled on four hundred fifty acres at the foothills of the Green Mountains in Saxtons River, Vermont, and has provided a supportive community and close personal attention to its students for close to 150 years. VA immerses students (boarding and day) in key developmental pillars including Community, Land, Ingenuity and Independence.
Values: Diversity, equity, and inclusion are central values to Vermont Academy. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all students, staff, faculty, and families. We believe every member of our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and discover, design, and deliver solutions.
Job Title: Information Technology Director
Reports To: CFO/COO
Job Type: Full Time
Summary
Vermont Academy seeks a Director of Technology to oversee and maintain Vermont Academy’s technology infrastructure including computers, networks and systems/tools. To accomplish these tasks, the Director of Technology must work closely with the staff, administration, students as well as third party resources. This position plays an essential role at VA keeping the community connected. Strong knowledge of data and cyber-security is essential. Candidates will relish the opportunities to get involved and be a business leader. If you love the idea of running a small organization IT operation (hands-on with some third party support) and being part of a boarding school community... it's a great opportunity! This is a full-time, twelve month position and includes the potential for housing on campus. NOT A REMOTE POSITION.
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Job Description Status: The duties and responsibilities listed in this job description are illustrative ones anticipated for this position. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as required. Vermont Academy reserves the right to amend or change this job description to meet the needs of its programs. This job description and any attachments do not constitute or represent a contract.
Employment decisions are made at Vermont Academy without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
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Work Location: In person