Chief Technology Officer
Apply NowCompany: Savannah-Chatham County Schools
Location: Savannah, GA 31419
Description:
PRIMARY FUNCTION: Position provides visionary leadership and strategic direction for the effective integration of technology into the instructional and operational process. The CTO ensures that the technology deployed supports the district's goals and objectives while maintaining the security of its sensitive information. This role requires expertise in technology, cybersecurity, data analytics, and infrastructure management, with a strong focus on teamwork, collaboration, stakeholder engagement, and budget management.
REPORTS TO: Superintendent of Schools
SALARY SCHEDULE: A-1
WORK DAYS: 250
REQUIREMENTS:
Education:Bachelor's degree in Educational Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field from an accredited institution
Preferred: Master's degree from an accredited institution in a related field
Experience, Skill, and Certification (Required):
Seven years of administrative leadership experience in technology
Ten years of experience managing enterprise systems, multi-departmental budgets, strategic planning, and large-scale technology initiatives
Proven interpersonal skills, excellent customer service, prioritizing work, and showing teamwork skills even in stressful situations
Superior verbal and written communication skills, conducting presentations, writing comprehensive reports, and leading senior leadership meetings
Ability to collect, analyze, and evaluate data, determine patterns, and form conclusions and recommendations
Preferred:
Experience with 1:1 student device program, use of AI in education, and data analytics for student success
Familiar with state, federal, and grant technology funding
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
1. Works with the Superintendent's Cabinet on strategic planning initiatives and long-term development of innovative technology programs or services in schools and administrative facilities
2. Develops and implements the district-wide technology vision aligned with the Superintendent's priorities and instructional operational needs
3. Lead efforts on all district-wide technology projects, paying particular attention to cybersecurity, protection of PII information, budgets, and resources, and communicating to senior management any developments, deviations, or concerns
4. Fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and professional learning around technology use for all stakeholders
5. Oversees the district's Information Technology departments, including the district network, cyber security, cloud computing, data centers, and data storage
6. Provides guidance and assistance on the integration and use of software, AI, LMS, adaptive/assistive learning tools, and devices.
7. Oversees and enforces data governance/IT-related policies to ensure the accuracy, security, and accessibility of instructional and business systems
8. Uses data analytics to drive decisions related to budget management, resource allocation, and system efficiencies
9. Collaborates with other divisions and departments on the use of technology to ensure compliance and seamless integration with existing provided services
10. Performs other duties as necessary for the effectiveness of the organization.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Incumbents will be considered "at will." Appropriate pay will be determined based on Grade A-1 and allowable experience as determined by Human Resources. The work calendar will be 250 days. Exempt revised 03/2025
NON-ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
A responsibility is considered to be "non-essential" (for the purposes of compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) if:
it is shared between multiple incumbents in the job; or
it could be performed by an employee in another job within the workgroup.
Note the responsibility number from the list in the "Duties and Responsibilities" section for those responsibilities that could be considered "non-essential" based on this definition.
PHYSICAL AND SENSORY DEMANDS
Most jobs in the District have physical and sensory demands that can be described by one of the two categories noted below. For jobs that require more physical or sensory effort, please list the requirements in this section. The category applicable for this position is listed below. For jobs that require more physical or sensory effort, please list the requirements in this section. Check the box that is applicable for this position and complete any necessary information.
[X]OFFICE Employees in this category are normally exposed to a typical environment. The employee has some control over the length of time sitting, standing, or ambulating. There are occasions that require the lifting or pulling of equipment or supplies, as well as bending, stooping, or stretching. There is frequent use of computers, telephone, and other standard office equipment, which includes reading, listening, writing, or speaking. There are few exceptional physical or sensory demands.
[ ] CLASSROOM Employees in this category spend at least most of the workday in a typical classroom or related educational environment. There will be prolonged periods of standing or walking, and there may be frequent bending, stooping, or stretching. There are occasions that require the lifting or pulling of equipment or supplies. Reading, listening, writing, and speaking are requirements. There are few exceptional physical or sensory demands, but there may be occasions that require the lifting or restraint of a student.
EXCEPTIONAL PHYSICAL OR SENSORY DEMANDS
(Check any that apply to this job and complete the required information.)
[ ] Heavy lifting of up to __25____ pounds
[ ] Frequent climbing up to _______ feet, and/or working on building roofs.
[ ] Exposure to heavy dust, dirt, chemical or paint fumes, or other airborne matter.
[ ] Exposure to extreme heat, electric current, hazardous chemicals or other potential hazards.
[ ] Sitting or standing for extended periods with no control over rest periods.
[ ] Other:
REPORTS TO: Superintendent of Schools
SALARY SCHEDULE: A-1
WORK DAYS: 250
REQUIREMENTS:
Education:Bachelor's degree in Educational Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field from an accredited institution
Preferred: Master's degree from an accredited institution in a related field
Experience, Skill, and Certification (Required):
Seven years of administrative leadership experience in technology
Ten years of experience managing enterprise systems, multi-departmental budgets, strategic planning, and large-scale technology initiatives
Proven interpersonal skills, excellent customer service, prioritizing work, and showing teamwork skills even in stressful situations
Superior verbal and written communication skills, conducting presentations, writing comprehensive reports, and leading senior leadership meetings
Ability to collect, analyze, and evaluate data, determine patterns, and form conclusions and recommendations
Preferred:
Experience with 1:1 student device program, use of AI in education, and data analytics for student success
Familiar with state, federal, and grant technology funding
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
1. Works with the Superintendent's Cabinet on strategic planning initiatives and long-term development of innovative technology programs or services in schools and administrative facilities
2. Develops and implements the district-wide technology vision aligned with the Superintendent's priorities and instructional operational needs
3. Lead efforts on all district-wide technology projects, paying particular attention to cybersecurity, protection of PII information, budgets, and resources, and communicating to senior management any developments, deviations, or concerns
4. Fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and professional learning around technology use for all stakeholders
5. Oversees the district's Information Technology departments, including the district network, cyber security, cloud computing, data centers, and data storage
6. Provides guidance and assistance on the integration and use of software, AI, LMS, adaptive/assistive learning tools, and devices.
7. Oversees and enforces data governance/IT-related policies to ensure the accuracy, security, and accessibility of instructional and business systems
8. Uses data analytics to drive decisions related to budget management, resource allocation, and system efficiencies
9. Collaborates with other divisions and departments on the use of technology to ensure compliance and seamless integration with existing provided services
10. Performs other duties as necessary for the effectiveness of the organization.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Incumbents will be considered "at will." Appropriate pay will be determined based on Grade A-1 and allowable experience as determined by Human Resources. The work calendar will be 250 days. Exempt revised 03/2025
NON-ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
A responsibility is considered to be "non-essential" (for the purposes of compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) if:
it is shared between multiple incumbents in the job; or
it could be performed by an employee in another job within the workgroup.
Note the responsibility number from the list in the "Duties and Responsibilities" section for those responsibilities that could be considered "non-essential" based on this definition.
PHYSICAL AND SENSORY DEMANDS
Most jobs in the District have physical and sensory demands that can be described by one of the two categories noted below. For jobs that require more physical or sensory effort, please list the requirements in this section. The category applicable for this position is listed below. For jobs that require more physical or sensory effort, please list the requirements in this section. Check the box that is applicable for this position and complete any necessary information.
[X]OFFICE Employees in this category are normally exposed to a typical environment. The employee has some control over the length of time sitting, standing, or ambulating. There are occasions that require the lifting or pulling of equipment or supplies, as well as bending, stooping, or stretching. There is frequent use of computers, telephone, and other standard office equipment, which includes reading, listening, writing, or speaking. There are few exceptional physical or sensory demands.
[ ] CLASSROOM Employees in this category spend at least most of the workday in a typical classroom or related educational environment. There will be prolonged periods of standing or walking, and there may be frequent bending, stooping, or stretching. There are occasions that require the lifting or pulling of equipment or supplies. Reading, listening, writing, and speaking are requirements. There are few exceptional physical or sensory demands, but there may be occasions that require the lifting or restraint of a student.
EXCEPTIONAL PHYSICAL OR SENSORY DEMANDS
(Check any that apply to this job and complete the required information.)
[ ] Heavy lifting of up to __25____ pounds
[ ] Frequent climbing up to _______ feet, and/or working on building roofs.
[ ] Exposure to heavy dust, dirt, chemical or paint fumes, or other airborne matter.
[ ] Exposure to extreme heat, electric current, hazardous chemicals or other potential hazards.
[ ] Sitting or standing for extended periods with no control over rest periods.
[ ] Other: