Director of Information Technology - Hull Public Schools & Town of Hull

Director of Information Technology - Hull Public Schools & Town of Hull Hull Public Schools - 3.9 Hull, MA Job Details Full-time $110,000 a year 1 day ago Qualifications IT policy development AI tools proficiency Windows Managing IT procurement budgets Policy & process development Securing grant project budgets Productivity software Policy Development Program budgeting ESXi Full Job Description

POSITION

Director of Information Technology

GENERAL DUTIES

Serves as the strategic leader for the towns business and school districts 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

Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Educational Technology or equivalent (Masters 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 governmentAdministrative and technical experience with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office 365, Microsoft Windows 2016 and above, VMWare ESXi, Enterprise Networking and Cybersecurity PostureExperience 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 functionManages all technical aspects of the town and districts special projectsManages network scheduling, backup, storage, and retrieval functionsManages physical inventory and trackingManages ticketing and Help DeskCreation and management of user accountsAssist and coordinate technology roll-outsAssist, coordinate and oversee software implementation Reviews reports of computer and peripheral equipment production, malfunction, and maintenance to determine costs and impact, and addresses problemsDevelops, maintains, and tests disaster recovery plansCoordinates technology needs for Town and School televised meetingsCoordinates with Vendors and other Town DepartmentsManages all phone systems, voice mail system, PA systems, clock systems, security cameras and door access controlCoordinates and manages technology used by Public SafetyCoordinate 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 towns 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 techniciansAny 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 OllerheadHull Public Schools18 Harborview RoadHull, MA 02045