Director of Technology

SUMMARY

The Chapin School, established in 1901, is an outstanding K-12 independent day school for girls in New York City. Committed to fostering both the intellectual and personal growth of its students, Chapin prepares them to thrive and lead in a global society through a rigorous liberal arts education. This education is paired with an emphasis on curiosity, creativity, and integrity. Chapin s distinctive approach includes empowering students within a diverse and inclusive community, where collaboration and respect for differing viewpoints are key components of the learning experience.

Chapin s sense of community is deeply rooted in the relationships among students, teachers, parents, and alumnae. The School fosters these connections through various programs, advisory groups, and collaborative teaching practices that encourage respect and understanding. The tradition of bringing together alumnae and current students creates a multi-generational bond that enriches the School s culture. Parents are also very engaged, participating in Chapin s active Parents Association and in events, and supporting the School s mission. The School s K-Class 12 students learn under one roof in a building comprising over 160,000 square feet of learning space, which supports Chapin s unique sense of continuity and community.

The Chapin School is now seeking an experienced and dynamic Director of Technology to lead and manage the School s technology strategy and operations. Reporting to the CFOO and leading a team of four IT/IS professionals, the Director of Technology oversees an operationally-focused department in charge of managing the School s IT infrastructure, data/systems environment, and help desk services. In parallel, three Technology Integrators one for each division work with faculty and report up to the three Division Heads (Lower, Middle, and Upper). The Director of Technology liaises regularly with those Technology Integrators and other academic leaders and teaching professionals, so Chapin seeks someone with exceptional IT/IS skills and a forward-thinking vision, exceptional project management skills, and eagerness to work in an educational environment. Chapin is hoping to make a hiring decision by the end of 2024, and then will work with the next Director to determine a mutually agreeable start date in either the first or second quarter of 2025.

12M & Ed Tech Recruiting is running the search on behalf of The Chapin School. Applications received by October 11 will receive priority review. For application instructions and the full job opportunity statement, please visit:

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Priority Deadline: October 18, 2024

Quarterfinal and Semifinal Round: November

On-site Final Round: Early-to-mid December

Decision Announced: December 31, 2024

Start Date: First or Second Quarter of 2025 Preferred (No later than July 1, 2025) *

Salary Range: $200,000 - $245,000

Reports To: Chief Financial and Operations Officer

Classification: Full-time, Exempt

* While Chapin would prefer that its next Director of Technology begin in early 2025, the School would be willing to consider a later start date to accommodate qualified candidates unable to transition mid-school year. However, Chapin would not consider any start dates beyond July 1, 2025.

SPECIFIC DUTIES

Technology Management

• Oversee the robustness, security, and future scalability of the School s IT infrastructure, including: network, server, hardware, systems, and software.
• Ensure that IT/IS policies and deployments support the integration goals of the educational technology team and the operational needs of non-academic departments.
• Manage the School s long-standing partnership with a third-party MSP, which has provided network engineering and monitoring services for nearly 18 years.
• Ensure that IT support meets the daily needs and requests of end users, who are spread across over a dozen floors in two conjoined buildings.

Strategic Planning

• Architect and execute a forward-looking technology strategy that seamlessly aligns with the School s educational mission and long-term objectives.
• Develop and oversee the technology budget, ensuring the optimal allocation of resources for maximum impact.
• Evaluate, procure, and manage technology hardware, software, and services in alignment with the School s evolving and future needs.
• Lead the strategic deployment of enterprise software and platforms, and ensure that the School maintains comprehensive cybersecurity, privacy, and data protection policies.

Schoolwide Partnerships

• Forge partnerships with teachers and academic leaders, who seek to strategically but thoughtfully deploy technology into the curriculum in ways that enhance learning outcomes and student experience.
• Engage key stakeholders through transparent communication of technology plans, progress, and strategic initiatives, fostering a shared vision.
• Serve as an important liaison to parents, the board, and other external partners who seek guidance and vision around finding appropriate balance when, and innovative opportunities for, leveraging technology at an all-girls school.
• Cultivate and sustain strategic relationships with vendors, consultants, external partners, and other technology professionals working in schools both regionally and nationally.

General Leadership

• Supervise, mentor and develop the technology team which includes four other dedicated professionals fostering a culture of service, continuous improvement, and professional excellence.
• Promote strategic collaboration and communication within the technology team and among technology professionals from other departments to ensure cohesive and aligned efforts.
• Serve as an engaged member of the technology steering committee, which includes the three Technology Integrators, the Library Director, and the Director of the Hayot Center of Innovation.
• Serve as a member of the Admin Team, a group of approximately 20 departmental leaders that meets monthly with the Head of School.
• Report directly to the CFOO and perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND QUALITIES

Professional Qualifications and Experience

• A bachelor s degree from an accredited college or university, with advanced coursework in information systems or a related field desirable
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in technology leadership
• Prior experience managing aspects of IT operations, including: networking, backup, disaster and recovery planning, risk management, or hardware deployment
• A proven track record of successfully leading large-scale initiatives and projects
• Experience designing and delivering technology workshops and trainings
• Experience supporting or leading cybersecurity, network design, and data protection practices

Leadership and Personal Qualities

• The ability to prioritize and manage multiple technology projects simultaneously
• A deep understanding of current and emerging educational technology trends and best practices
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders
• An inquisitive and attentive listener with exceptional problem-solving skills
• A commitment to the mission and core beliefs of The Chapin School
• A commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive technology environment for all members of the School community

TO APPLY

For more information please visit the following link, which contains the job opportunity statement and complete application instructions.