University School is seeking a Director of Technology for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. The Director of Technology is responsible for the acquisition, deployment, service, and support of the technological resources available on both school campuses. This individual provides leadership, strategic direction, and manages the technology services team which includes the Senior Network Administrator, two Help Desk Managers and the Makerspace director.

The Director of Technology will be a member of the School's Directors' Group and will work closely with the Head of School, Associate Head of School, Assistant Head of School for Advancement, Director of Admission & Financial Aid, Chief Financial Officer, Director of Marketing & Communications, Director of Human Resources, Director of Athletics, and the Directors of the Lower, Middle, and Upper Schools.

 Major responsibilities include:

• Develop and implement a forward-looking instructional and infrastructure technology vision aligned with the School’s mission, values, and strategic priorities
• Provide leadership and management of the Technology Department and Technology team members, including data network and backup systems, firewall and security issues, databases, servers, printers, cameras, and telephone systems
• Evaluate and purchase and implement instructional and administrative software and hardware based on departmental needs and ensure that faculty and staff are effectively trained to use the products/equipment
• Serve as main instructional technologist for all divisions helping faculty to employ technology to enhance student learning
• Serve on appropriate planning and policymaking committees for the school as requested

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Qualified candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree and a degree in Information Technology, Educational Technology, or a related field is strongly preferred; experience in a school or educational setting, with a strong understanding of technology integration in education; and experience with Blackbaud products especially Education Management and Enrollment Management

Applications – including resume, cover letter, and three (3) references – should be submitted to recruitingIT@us.edu or sent directly to Human Resources at University School, 2785 SOM Center Rd, Hunting Valley, OH 44022.

About University School

Website: https://www.us.edu Type of School: Junior Kindergarten-12th grade, 860 students, all boys, day Since its founding in 1890, University School has established itself as one of the pre-eminent all-boys independent schools in the country. Guided by a mission to “inspire boys of promise to become young men who lead and serve,” US is deeply committed to the well-being of boys and prides itself on being a supportive, diverse and inclusive community where “each boy is known and loved.” The school’s motto of Responsibility, Loyalty, Consideration is honored, respected, and prominent in the daily life of all members of the school community. University School currently enrolls 860 students in grades K-12 on two campuses, Shaker Heights (K-8) and Hunting Valley (9-12 on 221 acres), 5.5 miles apart and East of downtown Cleveland. A new Junior Kindergarten program was launched in the fall of 2018. The campuses are extremely attractive and well maintained with a broad array of indoor and outdoor learning spaces ideally suited to the needs of boys. The faculty of University School numbers 137, 118 of whom have master's degrees, 18 have doctorate degrees, three have J.D.s, and one has a M....D. University School believes that students learn their most formative and enduring lessons through exposure to and experience with a broad range of perspectives. The school recruits and supports faculty whose backgrounds and training bring local, national, and international perspectives to the school. US admits and supports students who represent economically, culturally, and racially diverse communities within Northeast Ohio. $4.5 million of need-based financial assistance is awarded annually. Students have broad ranging opportunities to explore their talents and develop their skills in new contexts, in academics, athletics, and the arts. Each student is encouraged to discover both his responsibility to others and his purpose in the world. Over the past 134 years, University School has been led by a dedicated, loyal, and generous Board of Trustees, most of whom are alumni. The school enjoys truly superb facilities created largely by a culture of philanthropy that has been consistently cultivated since the school’s founding. With an operating budget of $28 million and an endowment of $100 million, University School enjoys excellent financial health.

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