Senior Director of IT

What We Do

Explore an exhilarating career journey with Leading Educators (LE), a dynamic nonprofit committed to exceptional and equitable education. We collaborate with innovative school system leaders to foster an optimal environment for teacher skill and knowledge growth. We reinforce system-wide progress with highly customized, direct support to teacher, school, and district leaders, focusing on building rigorous content knowledge as well as deep knowledge in learning systems, equity, and learning culture. Dash over to  leadingeducators.org for all the thrilling details! 

Internal Candidate Application Deadline: Wednesday, December 11, 2024 

External Candidate Application Deadline: Sunday, December  15, 2024

POSITION

Are you ready to lead technology innovation and make a meaningful impact on an organization driving educational equity? Join Leading Educators as our Senior Director of IT, where you’ll have the unique opportunity to craft and execute a bold IT vision that supports our mission. As a leader reporting to the Managing Director of Operational Effectiveness, you will oversee all aspects of IT operations, including systems administration, security, and user support, ensuring our technology infrastructure is resilient, scalable, and secure.

In this role, you will lead and inspire a talented IT team, including our Director of IT Projects and Manager of IT and Operations, as you drive solutions that enable our hybrid workforce to thrive. You’ll take ownership of advancing our IT strategy to meet the growing needs of a dynamic organization, ensuring that technology is not just a tool but a driver of transformation and innovation.

If you’re a strategic thinker who thrives on building high-performing teams, delivering impactful solutions, and ensuring the seamless operation of IT systems, this is your chance to contribute to a mission-driven organization and leave a lasting legacy. Take the next step in your career and help us amplify our impact through the power of technology.

Do you have expertise in…

• Leading the creation and execution of a forward-thinking IT strategy that aligns with organizational goals and integrates AI to amplify impact?
• Serving as the primary IT representative in cross-functional projects, guiding IT initiatives that support organizational growth, security, and operational efficiency?
• Developing and implementing IT policies, such as device management and network access, to ensure compliance with organizational standards?

Do you enjoy…

• Taking the lead as a system administrator, managing configurations, user access, data security, and system upgrades across platforms like Microsoft 365, Google Suite, and Slack?
• Mentoring and managing a team, fostering a collaborative, people-centered culture that empowers your direct reports to thrive?
• Leading regular training sessions and knowledge-sharing initiatives to enhance team capabilities and ensure alignment with industry best practices?

If you've answered affirmatively to these questions and meet the following prerequisites, we urge you to seize this opportunity. This role calls for the following:

• IT Leadership Expertise: Minimum of 10 years of experience in IT leadership roles, including at least 5 years in systems administration or similar positions. Proven ability to lead and execute IT strategies that align with organizational goals.
• Systems Administration: Advanced expertise in managing configurations, user access, data security, and system upgrades, ensuring seamless functionality across platforms.
• Team Management: Demonstrated success in managing IT teams, fostering professional development, and driving high performance through a collaborative and inclusive team culture.
• Network Security and Data Protection: Deep expertise in network security, data protection, system performance monitoring, and troubleshooting to ensure operational excellence and compliance.
• Policy Development and Compliance: Skilled in creating and implementing IT policies, including device management and network access, to ensure alignment with organizational standards and best practices.
• Commitment to Equity and Inclusion: Strong dedication to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion within IT operations, team interactions, and organizational culture.
• Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking: Exceptional problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, with adaptability to thrive in dynamic, growth-focused environments.
• Educational and Professional Credentials: Advanced certifications in IT and cybersecurity are required. A bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field is essential. Salesforce certifications (e.g., Salesforce Administrator, Platform App Builder) and project management certifications (e.g., PMP) are highly desirable.
• Nice to Have: Experience leading training sessions, capacity-building initiatives, and cross-functional projects that align IT functions with organizational goals and enhance efficiency and scalability.

Travel Requirements

This is a remote position that requires up to 15% travel

• National travel for org retreats, programming, job related travel, donor meetings or professional development 
• Outside of the above mentioned travel, this person will work from a home office that must be located anywhere within the U.S. 

Why Work at Leading Educators? 

Imagine being part of an organization where your ideas and perspectives are highly valued. At Leading Educators, we believe in fostering individual strengths, encouraging personal growth, and embracing innovative ideas. If you thrive in a remote working environment, with the added excitement of travel, we're the perfect fit for you. By joining us, you become part of a powerful community of peers nationwide. Regardless of your location, you possess the power to make a significant impact on both students and teachers who rely on us daily. Join Leading Educators and become an integral part of driving progress in education. 

Benefits

• Compensation: The compensation range for this position is between $104,695, with a midpoint of $136,103, and a maximum of $167,511 annually. Candidates, either newly hired or new to the role, can typically expect a salary between the range minimum and the salary range midpoint depending on qualifications and internal equity.
• Benefits: 100% paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for individual employees. Additional premium costs are covered 60% by Leading Educators for partners and dependents on medical, dental, and vision plans. 4% matching 401k plan, Flexible Spending Accounts for medical, childcare and commuter expenses, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Benefits are valued at or above $9,000 for employees.
• Time Off: 
• First three years of employment, full time staff accrue 22 days a year. 
• Five additional days are accrued after the third and sixth year of employment.
• Leading Educators also offer 16 additional paid days off for various holidays, including three floating holidays staff may use at their discretion.

Equal Opportunity Employment 

Leading Educators strongly values equity and challenges historical inequity with a persistent focus on dismantling systemic racism. We work towards a more just society and as such we are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or parenthood.

Apply: https://leadingeducators.org/careers/opportunities