Chief Technology Officer
Apply NowCompany: Poway Unified School District
Location: Poway, CA 92064
Description:
Salary: $147,984.00 - $179,316.00 Annually
Location : Throughout Poway Unified School District, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 24-0166
Site/Dept: Technology & Innovation
Opening Date: 03/28/2025
Closing Date: 4/21/2025 4:00 PM Pacific
Number of Working Months: 12
Description
**The range for the position is $147,984 - $179,316 per year and is negotiable based on experience. **
Applications will be evaluated for minimum qualifications. Those candidates selected to move to the next step in the recruitment process will be invited to participate in a qualifications appraisal interview which is (tentatively) scheduled for May 1st or 2nd, 2025. Candidates must participate in person during the qualifications appraisal interview and final selection interviews.
The Chief Technology Officer (CTO) serves as the district's senior leader for technology infrastructure and enterprise systems, reporting to the Superintendent. The CTO is responsible for developing and executing a strategic vision for technology that supports and enhances the District's operational efficiency and educational mission. While focusing on infrastructure, cybersecurity, enterprise systems, and data management, the CTO collaborates closely with instructional leadership to ensure that technology resources and services are aligned with the District's academic priorities and the evolving needs of teaching and learning.
Examples of Duties
Minimum Qualifications
Any combination equivalent to: Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field and minimum of five years of progressive leadership experience managing enterprise technology systems, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and/or digital transformation, preferably in an educational or public sector environment.
Master's degree from accredited college or university with major coursework in technology or completion of CITE Certified Chief Technology Officer Mentor Program or similar K-12 Technology Leadership program is preferred.
Supplemental Information
The Poway Unified School District (PUSD) is an equal opportunity employer/program and is committed to an active Nondiscrimination Program. PUSD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, ethnic group identification, ancestry, religion, gender, gender identification, mental or physical disability.
For more information, please contact the Title IX/Equity Compliance Officer, Associate Superintendent of Personnel Support Services, Poway Unified School District, 15250 Avenue of Science, San Diego, CA 92128-3406
Poway Unified School District offers an excellent benefits package for eligible employees including:
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Please attach a resume and letter of introduction to your application. Please initial in the space below that you have done so.
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The following supplemental questions will help us determine how well you meet the minimum employment qualification standards for this position. Qualified means that you meet the minimum qualifications found in the job description. Incomplete responses will disqualify your application or reduce the credit given for your qualifications. Respond honestly and truthfully to all questions. Over-evaluating your skill level is considered providing false and/or misleading information. Applicants found to have provided false or misleading information of their skills may be disqualified from further employment processing, or if hired, immediately terminated from employment. Please note: (*) Answering "See Application" or "See Resume" on any of the following questions may result in your application being disqualified from further consideration in the recruitment process. (*) Your related work experience must be clearly shown in the areas for work history on your application. (*) The information provided in answering these questions will be considered in determining whether you will move to the next step and may be used as part of a technical and experience evaluation. (*) I acknowledge that I have read and understood the above statement. (Please initial in the space provided below).
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This position requires any combination of experience and education equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, business administration or related field, and a minimum of five years of progressive leadership experience managing enterprise technology systems, infrastructure , cybersecurity, and/or digital transformation, preferably in an educational or public sector environment.Master's degree from accredited college or university with major coursework in technology or completion of CITE Certified Chief Technology Officer Mentor Program or similar K-12 Technology Leadership program is preferred. Do you have the required combination of education and experience to qualify for this position?
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Have you completed a K-12 specific technology leadership program (e.g., CITE CTO Mentor Program)?
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Please list the degree(s) and relevant certification(s) you have completed. Please include the issuing educational body and the concentration of the degree(s). (Stating "See Resume" or "See Application" may disqualify your application.) (Note: The information provided in answer to this question will be considered in determining whether you will move to the next step in the qualifying process.)
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I understand I must attach a copy of the required degree and/or certifications referenced in my application in order to receive credit. (Digital/ unofficial copies, photos, etc. are acceptable.)
Have you attached your transcripts or relevant documentation to your application?
(Note: Failure to provide copies of your certifications may result in your application being disqualified.)
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The questions that follow will be used as part of a Training & Experience evaluation. Subject matter experts in the field of Information Technology will be provided your responses to evaluate your relevant experience. You must receive a passing score in order to move to the next phase of the recruitment, therefore it is important to provide thorough and detailed responses. Answering "See Application" or "See Resume" on any of the following questions may result in your application being disqualified from further consideration in the recruitment process.You may save your application while it is in process, re-access it, and submit it by the closing deadline of the posting. You MUST be sure to submit your application by the deadline (Monday 4/21/2025, 4:00 pm PST). No exceptions will be made.Please initial below to acknowledge that you have read and understood the above statement.
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Starting with your most recent employer, please list the agency name, job title, and length of time serving which will substantiate a minimum of five (5) years of leadership experience managing enterprise technology systems. For each agency, please include the number of direct/ indirect reports and the number of end-users served.Please only include experience from the past 10 years. (If none, please type "n/a".)
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Please describe your experience managing infrastructure and enterprise systems for your organization(s). Include the platforms/ systems used and your role in the implementation or oversight.Please only include experience from the past 10 years.(If none, please type "n/a".)
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Please describe your experience/ involvement with cloud services, virtualization, and/or network architecture? Provide a specific example of a project you led or supported.Please only include experience from the past 10 years. (If none, please type "n/a".)
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Please describe your experience with cybersecurity. How have you ensured compliance with regulations such as FERPA or CIPA?Please only include experience from the past 10 years.(If none, please type "n/a".)
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Please describe your familiarity and hands-on experience with data systems and reporting tools (e.g. SQL, Power BI, or similar).Please only include experience from the past 10 years.(If none, please type "n/a".)
Required Question
Location : Throughout Poway Unified School District, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 24-0166
Site/Dept: Technology & Innovation
Opening Date: 03/28/2025
Closing Date: 4/21/2025 4:00 PM Pacific
Number of Working Months: 12
Description
**The range for the position is $147,984 - $179,316 per year and is negotiable based on experience. **
Applications will be evaluated for minimum qualifications. Those candidates selected to move to the next step in the recruitment process will be invited to participate in a qualifications appraisal interview which is (tentatively) scheduled for May 1st or 2nd, 2025. Candidates must participate in person during the qualifications appraisal interview and final selection interviews.
The Chief Technology Officer (CTO) serves as the district's senior leader for technology infrastructure and enterprise systems, reporting to the Superintendent. The CTO is responsible for developing and executing a strategic vision for technology that supports and enhances the District's operational efficiency and educational mission. While focusing on infrastructure, cybersecurity, enterprise systems, and data management, the CTO collaborates closely with instructional leadership to ensure that technology resources and services are aligned with the District's academic priorities and the evolving needs of teaching and learning.
Examples of Duties
- Lead the District's technology division, providing oversight of infrastructure, enterprise applications, network systems, cybersecurity, staff and student device management, and IT operations to support both educational and administrative functions.
- Collaborate closely with Learning Support Services and Educational Technology leadership to align infrastructure and enterprise systems with instructional initiatives, ensuring a seamless and effective experience for students and educators.
- Supervise, mentor, and evaluate technology department leadership and staff to ensure operational excellence and professional growth.
- Partner with Learning, Business, and Personnel Support Services divisions to identify technology needs and implement solutions that advance the District's strategic objectives.
- Oversee the planning, acquisition, deployment, and maintenance of technology infrastructure and resources, including servers, storage, network systems, cloud services, and communications platforms.
- Lead the design, development, and maintenance of secure enterprise data systems and reporting tools to support district-wide decision-making, operational efficiency, and student achievement.
- Manage the District's technology budget and oversee contracts, procurement, and vendor relationships to ensure high-quality, cost-effective services.
- Establish and maintain strong cybersecurity practices, policies, and incident response protocols to protect District assets and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Partner with Educational Technology, Learning Support Services, and site administrators to ensure that infrastructure and support services meet evolving instructional and operational needs.
- Develop and maintain business continuity and disaster recovery plans to ensure availability and resilience of critical technology systems.
- Prepare and/or oversee the preparation of a variety of narrative and statistical reports, records and files related to assigned activities and personnel; make presentations to the Governing Board, management, staff, and various committees as required.
- Continuously evaluate emerging technologies and drive the implementation of forward-thinking solutions that advance the District's mission and improve outcomes for students and staff.
- Serve as a key advisor to the Superintendent and Cabinet on technology-related matters, providing data-driven recommendations to support District priorities.
- Represent the District in external partnerships, technology consortiums, and committees related to enterprise IT and infrastructure as needed.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Any combination equivalent to: Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field and minimum of five years of progressive leadership experience managing enterprise technology systems, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and/or digital transformation, preferably in an educational or public sector environment.
Master's degree from accredited college or university with major coursework in technology or completion of CITE Certified Chief Technology Officer Mentor Program or similar K-12 Technology Leadership program is preferred.
Supplemental Information
The Poway Unified School District (PUSD) is an equal opportunity employer/program and is committed to an active Nondiscrimination Program. PUSD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, ethnic group identification, ancestry, religion, gender, gender identification, mental or physical disability.
For more information, please contact the Title IX/Equity Compliance Officer, Associate Superintendent of Personnel Support Services, Poway Unified School District, 15250 Avenue of Science, San Diego, CA 92128-3406
Poway Unified School District offers an excellent benefits package for eligible employees including:
- Retirement - CalPERS
- Holidays - 16 paid holidays per year (based on 12 month employment contract)
- Vacation - 26 days per year
- Sick Leave - 12 paid sick days per year
- Medical and Prescription Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Travel Insurance
- Flexible Benefit Plan
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Wellness/Mental Health Benefit
01
Please attach a resume and letter of introduction to your application. Please initial in the space below that you have done so.
02
The following supplemental questions will help us determine how well you meet the minimum employment qualification standards for this position. Qualified means that you meet the minimum qualifications found in the job description. Incomplete responses will disqualify your application or reduce the credit given for your qualifications. Respond honestly and truthfully to all questions. Over-evaluating your skill level is considered providing false and/or misleading information. Applicants found to have provided false or misleading information of their skills may be disqualified from further employment processing, or if hired, immediately terminated from employment. Please note: (*) Answering "See Application" or "See Resume" on any of the following questions may result in your application being disqualified from further consideration in the recruitment process. (*) Your related work experience must be clearly shown in the areas for work history on your application. (*) The information provided in answering these questions will be considered in determining whether you will move to the next step and may be used as part of a technical and experience evaluation. (*) I acknowledge that I have read and understood the above statement. (Please initial in the space provided below).
03
This position requires any combination of experience and education equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, business administration or related field, and a minimum of five years of progressive leadership experience managing enterprise technology systems, infrastructure , cybersecurity, and/or digital transformation, preferably in an educational or public sector environment.Master's degree from accredited college or university with major coursework in technology or completion of CITE Certified Chief Technology Officer Mentor Program or similar K-12 Technology Leadership program is preferred. Do you have the required combination of education and experience to qualify for this position?
- Yes
- No
04
Have you completed a K-12 specific technology leadership program (e.g., CITE CTO Mentor Program)?
- Yes
- No
05
Please list the degree(s) and relevant certification(s) you have completed. Please include the issuing educational body and the concentration of the degree(s). (Stating "See Resume" or "See Application" may disqualify your application.) (Note: The information provided in answer to this question will be considered in determining whether you will move to the next step in the qualifying process.)
06
I understand I must attach a copy of the required degree and/or certifications referenced in my application in order to receive credit. (Digital/ unofficial copies, photos, etc. are acceptable.)
Have you attached your transcripts or relevant documentation to your application?
(Note: Failure to provide copies of your certifications may result in your application being disqualified.)
- Yes
- No
07
The questions that follow will be used as part of a Training & Experience evaluation. Subject matter experts in the field of Information Technology will be provided your responses to evaluate your relevant experience. You must receive a passing score in order to move to the next phase of the recruitment, therefore it is important to provide thorough and detailed responses. Answering "See Application" or "See Resume" on any of the following questions may result in your application being disqualified from further consideration in the recruitment process.You may save your application while it is in process, re-access it, and submit it by the closing deadline of the posting. You MUST be sure to submit your application by the deadline (Monday 4/21/2025, 4:00 pm PST). No exceptions will be made.Please initial below to acknowledge that you have read and understood the above statement.
08
Starting with your most recent employer, please list the agency name, job title, and length of time serving which will substantiate a minimum of five (5) years of leadership experience managing enterprise technology systems. For each agency, please include the number of direct/ indirect reports and the number of end-users served.Please only include experience from the past 10 years. (If none, please type "n/a".)
09
Please describe your experience managing infrastructure and enterprise systems for your organization(s). Include the platforms/ systems used and your role in the implementation or oversight.Please only include experience from the past 10 years.(If none, please type "n/a".)
10
Please describe your experience/ involvement with cloud services, virtualization, and/or network architecture? Provide a specific example of a project you led or supported.Please only include experience from the past 10 years. (If none, please type "n/a".)
11
Please describe your experience with cybersecurity. How have you ensured compliance with regulations such as FERPA or CIPA?Please only include experience from the past 10 years.(If none, please type "n/a".)
12
Please describe your familiarity and hands-on experience with data systems and reporting tools (e.g. SQL, Power BI, or similar).Please only include experience from the past 10 years.(If none, please type "n/a".)
Required Question