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Job Description
Director of Information Technology Hull Public Schools - 3.9 Hull, MA Job Details Full-time From $110,000 a year 8 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Parental leave Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Vendor relationship building School experience Google Workspace Computer Science Team supervision School policy development IT policy development AI tools proficiency Windows Master's degree Managing IT procurement budgets Policy & process development Bachelor's degree Interdisciplinary policy and procedure development System development Government industry grant writing Productivity software Policy Development ESXi Full Job Description
POSITION
Director of Information Technology
GENERAL DUTIES
Serves as the strategic leader for the town's business and school district's educational and administrative technology operations. This role is responsible for architecting, implementing and managing a secure, robust digital platform that provides the technology needed to empower their staff, enhance student learning and optimize district-wide operations.
REPORTS TO
Superintendent of Schools for school-related matters Town Manager for Town-related matters
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Educational Technology or equivalent (Master's Degree preferred) Professional experience in a technology leadership role, with a strong preference for prior experience in a K-12 educational environment and/or municipal government Administrative and technical experience with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office 365, Microsoft Windows 2016 and above, VMWare ESXi, Enterprise Networking and Cybersecurity Posture Experience with policy development, budgeting and Grant Identification and writing Deep understanding of data privacy laws, instructional technology trends, and modern AI tools in education and municipality
RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Leadership and Vision:
Technology Planning:
Leads short-range and long-range technology planning to ensure systems align with town and district goals; recommends and develops plans for systems development and operations, hardware and software purchases, budgets and staffing
Policy Development:
Creates and enforces policies regarding digital citizenship, acceptable use, cybersecurity, and data privacy (e.g., CIPA, FERPA and CJIS compliance); develops, implements, and monitors information systems policies and controls to ensure data accuracy, security, and legal and regulatory compliance
Vendor Management:
Negotiates and contracts with consultants, technical personnel, and vendors for services and products
Technology Infrastructure and Security:
System Management:
Oversees the design, installation, and maintenance of the town and district's Local Area Networks (LAN), Wide Area Networks (WAN), servers, and wireless connectivity
Cybersecurity:
Implements and monitors data security protocols, firewalls, and disaster recovery and contingency backup plans
Hardware and Software Lifecycle:
Manages the deployment, repair, and replacement cycles for staff/student devices; consults with management to analyze computer system needs for school and town administrative operations, determines the scope and priorities of projects, and discusses system capacity and equipment acquisitions
Financial Management System:
Manages the Financial Management System and ensures system is available and secure for all end users; systems provide access to work flows required for business function Manages all technical aspects of the town and district's special projects Manages network scheduling, backup, storage, and retrieval functions Manages physical inventory and tracking Manages ticketing and Help Desk Creation and management of user accounts Assist and coordinate technology roll-outs Assist, coordinate and oversee software implementation Reviews reports of computer and peripheral equipment production, malfunction, and maintenance to determine costs and impact, and addresses problems Develops, maintains, and tests disaster recovery plans Coordinates technology needs for Town and School televised meetings Coordinates with Vendors and other Town Departments Manages all phone systems, voice mail system, PA systems, clock systems, security cameras and door access control Coordinates and manages technology used by Public Safety Coordinate and communicate with South Shore Regional Emergency Communications Center for Public Safety purposes
Instructional Technology and Integration:
Curriculum Support:
Collaborates with the curriculum director on instructional technology to integrate digital tools into teaching and learning
Professional Development:
Designs and oversees Professional Development programs to help educators effectively utilize educational software and hardware; coordinates and manages professional development for the town's staff as it relates to day-to-day business functionality
Student Data Systems:
Manages Student Information Systems (SIS) and ensure digital platforms for standardized testing function smoothly
Operations and Budgeting:
Budget Administration:
Prepares and manages the annual technology budget for town and school district including capital planning
Grant Funding:
Researches and prepares grant proposals to secure supplemental funding for technology projects for both town and school district
Team Supervision and Management:
Recruits, trains, and supervises in-house and contracted IT staff, including network administrators, data analysts, and school and town-level support technicians Any other duties and responsibilities as applicable for the position.
SALARY:
$110,000, commensurate with experience
APPLICATION
Send letter of application and resume by June 26, 2026 to: Maggie Ollerhead Hull Public Schools 18 Harborview Road Hull, MA 02045 EQUAL
OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Hull Public Schools does not discriminate in its programs, activities or employment practices based on race, to include traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture, hair type, hair length and protective hairstyles, limited English proficiency, homelessness, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation or disability.
Pay:
From $110,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Retirement plan
