What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Technology position at Ursuline Academy-Dedham?
Are you a strategic, mission-driven technology leader who thrives on connecting innovation with education? Do you believe in the power of technology to enhance learning, strengthen operations, and build community? If so, we invite you to bring your expertise, vision, and collaborative spirit to Ursuline Academy as our next Director of Technology.
About the Role
Ursuline Academy seeks a full-time Director of Technology to provide leadership, vision, and management for all aspects of technology across campus. The Director ensures that technology resources, infrastructure, and initiatives support both the academic mission and operational needs of the school. This is a strategic and hands-on leadership role that supervises two full-time employees and serves as a member of the Administrative Team.
What You’ll Do
- Develop and maintain a strategic technology plan aligned with the school’s mission.
- Lead and mentor the technology team, fostering a culture of service, innovation, and collaboration.
- Oversee the school’s infrastructure, including networks, cloud services, and classroom systems, ensuring reliability and security; manage and support the audiovisual function.
- Work alongside your team and actively participate in daily operations.
- Establish and maintain cybersecurity, data privacy, and compliance policies.
- Partner with academic leaders to evaluate and integrate instructional technologies that enhance teaching and learning.
- Plan and deliver technology education to all constituents of the school (employees, students, families) on effective technology use.
- Manage vendor relationships, asset lifecycles, and the technology department’s budget.
- Contribute as a member of the Administrative Team, helping guide school-wide initiatives and planning, as well as sit on and participate in various committees across the school.
What You Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field (Master’s preferred).
- 5–7 years of relevant technology leadership experience, ideally in an educational setting.
- Professional certifications (Microsoft, Google, Cisco, Aruba, or similar) preferred.
- Strong technical expertise in networking, unified communications, wireless, mobile, and cloud computing.
- Proven ability to supervise staff, manage budgets, and communicate technology strategies to non-technical audiences.
- A collaborative leadership style with a service-oriented mindset.
A detailed job description will be provided to candidates during the interview process.
Why Join Us
At Ursuline, technology is more than hardware and software; it’s a vital part of how we teach, learn, and connect as a community. As Director of Technology, you’ll play a central role in shaping how technology supports innovation in the classroom, operational excellence, and the overall student experience. You’ll join a collaborative administrative team, work alongside dedicated faculty and staff, and help advance the mission of preparing students for a dynamic, interconnected world.
Salary Range: $115,000 - $130,000
We’ve shared a salary range for transparency, but we’re open to further discussion if you feel this role aligns well with your experience and goals.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should supply a letter of interest and their resume.
Salary : $115,000 - $130,000