Director of Technology

Job Title:

Director of Technology

Job

Date Posted: 5/15/2026

Location:

District Office

Start Date:

07/01/2026

Closing Date: 05/29/2026

Work Schedule: 255‑day work calendar

Provide leadership and vision for developing and sustaining technology services that are in alignment with the District's purpose and priorities, and ensure access for all individuals at Ames Community School District. The Director will facilitate best practices into curriculum, instruction, administrative systems, and is responsible for the efficient and effective management of the information technology functions, including planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of information technology services.

• Follows and maintains knowledge of all District policy(ies) and procedures.
• Evaluates technology and makes recommendations for the requisition of new electronic and printed educational materials.
• Provides strategic vision and oversight for organizational Information Technology and Data systems/programs. Leads and manages the team to implement the vision.
• Oversees the District's data privacy program, ensuring all software and vendor contracts comply with state and federal student data privacy regulations.
• Develops and maintains guidelines for the ethical and effective use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in administrative and instructional settings.
• Coordinates the technical identification, preservation, and retrieval of electronic records in response to Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and public records requests, ensuring compliance with legal timelines and privacy red actions.
• Provides direct oversight and management for all IT team members. Fosters and builds an innovative team focused on the delivery of high quality customer service.
• Recruits, hires and trains technical talent toward meeting the organization's mission.
• Proactively suggests technology improvements for varying departments across the organization.
• Engages with the local and national technology community; to learn from and collaborate with other technology leaders who share a common vision of equity, access and opportunity.
• Works with admin and staff to implement technology‑infused education with fidelity and success.
• Works alongside the Teaching & Learning Department to provide logistical support to technology teacher librarians and media techs.
• Facilitates staff development for all staff related to technology integration and skills.
• Annually evaluates all aspects of the department and recommends/implements changes.
• Updates, maintains and follows the District Technology budget.
• Explores alternative sources of funding for technology and assists in writing grants for technology funding.
• Oversees and coordinates the purchase and replacement cycle of all district supported technologies, software, and subscriptions.
• Prepares, files, and maintains all documentation related to Universal Service Fund (e‑rate).
• Provides coordination of device insurance program in collaboration with maintenance and the business office.
• Coordinates technology needs with facilities director for access control and HVAC.
• Ability to step in and support any job duty assigned to direct reports.
• Directs the development, coordination, and evaluation of network security, with an emphasis on cyber‑security and disaster recovery.
• Works with CFO on the coordination of cyber‑insurance.
• Assists in planning the construction and renovation of district facilities.
• Conducts evaluations of all direct reports in alignment with board policies.
• Establishes and maintains tech support ticketing and self‑service systems.
• Other duties, as assigned.

• Master's degree in information systems management, computer science or related field preferred.
• Minimum of two years of administrative experience managing a large IT department with emphasis in areas of project management, business operations, and technology systems.
• Knowledge of Infinite Campus and Google Work spaces (Google Admin).

• Strong interpersonal, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships and create a welcoming environment for all staff.
• Knowledge of instructional methodology, curriculum development,…