Chief Technology Officer

Position Type:
Administration/Director

Date Posted:
4/15/2025

Location:
District

Date Available:
07/01/2025

Closing Date:
Until Filled
UPPER ARLINGTON CITY SCHOOLS
JOB DESCRIPTION

Position: Chief Technology Officer
Reports to: Deputy Superintendent
Employment Status: Regular/Full-time
FLSA Status: Exempt

Description: Provides leadership, collaboration, and coordination in the area of technology to accomplish the mission and vision of the school district.

NOTE: The below lists are not ranked in order of importance

Qualifications:

• Master's degree preferable in the field of Computer Science, Education, or related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience
• Appropriate State of Ohio licensure
• CETL Certification
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board of Education may find appropriate

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively both orally and in writing
• Ability to work effectively with others
• Effective, active listening skills
• Organizational and problem solving skills
• Advanced computer/word processing skills

Essential Functions:

• Work with, organize and lead a team of technology professionals in developing, implementing and sustaining a digital learning environment
• Provide leadership in the assessment of the current technology practices and make recommendations to improve and implement educational technology programs that support the district's strategic plan, state standards, legislation, and curriculum adoptions
• Assist in the selection of equipment, software, and instructional materials related to the integration of technology. Duties may include communicating with vendors and being a liaison between technology staff, administrators, and teachers.
• Assist in planning and providing professional development to instructional and support staff to ensure integration of student computer competencies as outlined by state and national standards
• Stays abreast of emerging legal issues and provides recommendations on policy updates as they relate to current and emerging technology practices
• Collaborates with key leaders to ensure the appropriate levels of technology supports are available for all areas of the curriculum
• Uses data acquisition and analysis to drive decisions. Prepares reports to the Board and the community on technology as requested
• Responsible for setting the direction of and implementing the District's Technology Plan and completes all state and federal technology reports, grants and proposals
• Maintains district technology budget, plans ahead for future projects, infrastructure needs, one-one device program, etc.
• Support department personnel through professional learning, mentorship, and evaluation tools

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain professional competencies of technology and instructional practices by attending professional seminars and workshops
• Respond to routine questions and requests in a timely, appropriate manner
• Establish and maintain cooperative professional relationships
• Participate in committees, study teams, and activities as assigned or agreed upon
• Effectively operates equipment needed or essential job functions
• Maintain a safe work environment for self and others
• Responsible for budget recommendations and oversight as assigned
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Superintendent

Equipment Operated:

• Telephone
• Computer
• Copier
• Motor vehicle

Additional Working Conditions:

• Frequent weekend/evening/summer work/overnight
• Occasional operation of a vehicle under inclement weather conditions
• Occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue
• Occasionally lift, carry, push, and pull various items up to a maximum of 25 pounds, e.g., paper boxes, deliveries of supplies and equipment
• Occasional interaction among unruly children
• Frequently move and position self as necessary to access and operate equipment
• Frequently move around workspace and travel throughout school building

Employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance, use in the workplace throughout his/her employment with the district.

The Upper Arlington City School District Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, including sexual orientation and transgender identity, disbility, age, religion, military status, ancenstry genetic information, or any other legally protected category, in its program and activities, including employment opportunities.

This job description is subject to change and in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the incumbent. The incumbent will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required by the incumbent's supervisor and or appointing authority.