Director of Technology, Saban Center

This position supports the Chief Information Officer or their designee in supervisory and technical management of the Saban Center, a multi-tenant and multi-disciplinary facility supporting the arts, stem and education. This includes management of the team responsible for all technical aspects of the Saban Center including audio visual, classroom technology, computer, software, exhibits, theatre and event space support.

The following duties are normal for this classification. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned. Specific duties listed may not be required for all positions within this classification but are determined by the normal requirements for the particular position.

Collaborates with all Saban Center stakeholders and partner agencies on technology needs.

Coordinates with vendors on support and service contracts for all facility technology resources.

Oversees exhibit technology and ensures service level agreements are met for exhibit up-time and operation.

Coordinates staffing resources with City of Tuscaloosa Staff and stakeholders to ensure coverage for daily and special event activities.

Supports state of Alabama regional STEM hub teaching and administrative staff with instructional technology.

Manages external contractors and support providers involved in exhibit development, technology implementation, and ongoing maintenance.

Ensures daily setup for technology needs in shared spaces in coordination with stakeholders and City of Tuscaloosa staff.

Leads executive-level initiatives and projects, fostering strategic partnerships to enhance the Saban Center’s technology services and capabilities.

Creates documentation and standard operating procedures pertaining to Saban Center technology use.

Supervises assigned personnel, providing direction, performance evaluation, training, development, coaching, and disciplinary recommendations as needed.

Works within the City of Tuscaloosa Information Technology department to ensure technology needs of the Saban Center align with departmental strategies and focus.

Manages inventory of technology components and ensures they are kept in good working order.

Directs and coordinates project teams to ensure projects and operations adhere to schedules, budgets, and policy objectives.

Develops and reviews project proposals to determine feasibility, time frames, funding requirements, staffing requirements and internal or external resources required to deliver stated project goals.

Plans and coordinates system updates, upgrades, and migrations with all pertinent city departments, tenants, external stakeholders, and vendors.

Assembles and coordinates project staff, including internal resources, vendors and consultants.

Provides direction and support to internal and external project resources.

Acts as a facilitator between staff, stakeholders, vendors and project team members to identify and resolve problems; ensures team communication is maintained.

Assigns duties and responsibilities to project teams, stakeholders and outside resources.

Manages multiple, complex projects simultaneously; develops organizational structures needed to accomplish the same within deadlines.

Applies strong knowledge of information technology, educational technology, and related technical methodologies to support diverse operational needs.

Demonstrates proficiency with computer hardware and software, resource organization, and the establishment of project priorities and schedules.

Communicates effectively across technical and non-technical audiences, translating complex concepts and ensuring shared understanding.

Analyzes problems, interprets operational needs, and develops creative, integrated solutions.

Identifies and resolves conflicts that could impact project or operational outcomes.

Maintains meticulous attention to detail and effective problem-solving skills.

Builds and sustains a cooperative and productive work environment.

Substitutes for subordinates when necessary.

Must accomplish the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, in a timely manner.

Incorporates continuous quality improvement principles in daily activities.

Must meet regular attendance requirements.

Must be able to maintain good interpersonal relationships with staff, co-workers, managers, subordinates, and citizens.

Performs other related duties as required.

Bachelor's…