Director of Technology and Innovation at Eureka City Schools Print Application Deadline Until Filled Date Posted 5/22/2026 Contact Paul Ziegler Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range $108,300
- $144,780 Annually Length of Work Year 228 days Employment Type Full Time About the Employer Welcome to
Eureka City Schools:
A Place to Learn, Lead, and Grow Thank you for your interest in becoming part of Eureka City Schools (ECS), a district where every learner, every day is engaged, empowered, and future-ready. We are at an exciting crossroads, moving boldly toward a future where competency-based education replaces one-size-fits-all learning. Here, progress is measured by mastery and meaningful growth, not seat time. We're building environments where every learner and staff alike can flourish with personalized support, innovation, and purpose.
Who We Are:
Our Mission and Core Values At ECS, we are driven by a shared mission:
Every Learner, Every Day:
Engaged, Empowered, and Future-Ready. Our work is grounded in the following core values: Accountability
- We act with integrity and follow through on our commitments. Empathy
- We listen with compassion and foster understanding. Communication
- We prioritize open, respectful, and honest dialogue. Innovation
- We seek creative solutions to improve learning and engagement. Resilience
- We approach challenges with grit and a growth mindset.
Guiding Principles for Learning We believe that: Learning is learner-centered and personalized. Belonging fosters growth students learn best when they feel safe and seen. Equity means access to all learners deserve support tailored to their needs. Growth comes through effort, not perfection. Relevance drives engagement learning should be joyful, authentic, and connected to life. This commitment doesn't stop with students. We extend these beliefs to every employee, creating a workplace where innovation, development, and excellence are supported every step of the way. Equity and Inclusion at the Core Eureka City Schools is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that a diverse staff helps all learners thrive. Discrimination in any form based on race, religion, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, or any protected category is not tolerated. Our policies are guided by Title IX, Section 504, and other civil rights protections. Job Summary Job Summary The Director is responsible for planning, implementing, maintaining, and continuously improving district technology systems and services that support teaching, learning, communication, business operations, data-informed decision-making, and organizational effectiveness. The Director ensures reliable, secure, and equitable access to technology resources for students and staff while supporting district priorities, future-ready learning environments, digital citizenship, and operational excellence. The Director serves as a collaborative partner with district leadership, Educational Services, site administrators, staff, students, families, community organizations, and outside agencies to ensure technology systems and services support instructional goals, administrative operations, and long-range district planning. The Director operates within the framework of Board policies, administrative regulations, California Education Code, applicable state and federal laws, and district procedures. View Job Description Requirements / Qualifications Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, information systems, business administration, educational technology, or a related field. Increasingly responsible experience in technology leadership, information systems, network infrastructure, cybersecurity, enterprise systems, or related technology operations. Experience leading complex technology projects, enterprise systems implementations, operational initiatives, and cross-functional teams. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Valid California Driver's License.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in information systems, business administration, educational technology, public administration, or a related field. Experience in a K-12 public education environment. Experience with instructional technology systems, digital learning platforms, cybersecurity programs, E-Rate, and enterprise education systems. Experience supporting future-ready learning initiatives, digital citizenship, learner-centered instructional practices, and emerging technologies. Professional certifications such as Certified Education Technology Leader (CETL), CITE CTO certification, CISSP, ITIL, PMP, or related technology leadership certifications. Experience supervising technical or support personnel.
Requirements / Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, information systems, business administration, educational technology, or a related field. Increasingly responsible experience in technology leadership, information systems, network infrastructure, cybersecurity, enterprise systems, or related technology operations. Experience leading complex technology projects, enterprise systems implementations, operational initiatives, and cross-functional teams. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Valid California Driver's License.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in information systems, business administration, educational technology, public administration, or a related field. Experience in a K-12 public education environment. Experience with instructional technology systems, digital learning platforms, cybersecurity programs, E-Rate, and enterprise education systems. Experience supporting future-ready learning initiatives, digital citizenship, learner-centered instructional practices, and emerging technologies. Professional certifications such as Certified Education Technology Leader (CETL), CITE CTO certification, CISSP, ITIL, PMP, or related technology leadership certifications. Experience supervising technical or support personnel. Comments and Other Information First review of applications: 06/5/2026 at 5:00 pm As an Equal Opportunity Employer, and in order to serve our community at the highest level of quality, we welcome all applicants of our richly diverse community and state. It is the policy of Eureka City Schools not to discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, handicap, medical condition or other protected disability, marital status, sex, age or any other unlawful basis in its education programs, activities, or in its employment practices. It is the policy of the District to follow the requirements of Title IX of the 1972 Education Amendments, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the California Fair Employment and Housing Act, and all other applicable laws and regulations. Comments and Other Information First review of applications: 06/5/2026 at 5:00 pm As an Equal Opportunity Employer, and in order to serve our community at the highest level of quality, we welcome all applicants of our richly diverse community and state. It is the policy of Eureka City Schools not to discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, handicap, medical condition or other protected disability, marital status, sex, age or any other unlawful basis in its education programs, activities, or in its employment practices. It is the policy of the District to follow the requirements of Title IX of the 1972 Education Amendments, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the California Fair Employment and Housing Act, and all other applicable laws and regulations. CalPERS Links Not all postings qualify for CalPERS. Informational Only. CalPERS Retirement Benefits
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