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Director of Information Technology
Greeley-Evans School District 6
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Posted: 28-Apr-26
Location: Greeley, Colorado
Type: Full Time
Salary: $129,509 - $190,258
Categories:
IT Management, Chief Technology Officer
Operations
Years of Experience:
2 - 4
Required Education:
4 Year Degree
Internal Number: 15806
The Director of Information Technology is responsible for the day-to-day operations and tactical execution of the District's technology services. This role bridges the gap between the CIO's high-level strategy and the technical implementation performed by IT staff. The Director ensures that the network, server infrastructure, end-user devices, and software systems are reliable, secure, and optimized to support the District's educational mission and adherence to district policies.
Salary/Range: A/P/T Range 24 starting at $129,509-$190,258 (based on experience and education)
Contract Length/ Days: (2026-2027/ 260 Days)
Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance as well as other programs for benefit-eligible employees. The employee assistance program, voluntary life insurance through PERA, and 401(k), 403(b) & 457(b) plans are available to all employees regardless of hours worked and are available immediately (upon hire date). To learn more about our benefits, please see our Benefits Overview.
Paid Leave: Depending on your position, the District offers a variety of leave options, including sick leave, discretionary leave, vacation, and paid holidays. More information about leave options available to APT employees can be found in the Board of Education Policy Manual.
Deadline for application: Until filled (application screening will begin no later than May 15, 2026, and will be open until filled)
Essential Functions:
Operational Management & Execution
Translate the CIO's multi-year Strategic Technology Plan into actionable projects and daily operational tasks.
Oversee the design, installation, and maintenance of the District's local and wide-area networks (LAN/WAN).
Manage the lifecycle of all hardware, including servers, storage, switches, wireless systems, AV systems, classroom technology, and 1:1 student devices.
Ensure 99.9% uptime for critical systems, including core network systems, the Student Information System (SIS), Email, Learning Management Systems (LMS), Financial Systems, Emergency Management Systems, and IAM systems.
Create and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and ensure high-quality documentation for all district systems.
Lead the district's software review and approval process and reporting.
Team Leadership & Supervision
Directly supervise and evaluate technical team leads (Networking, Systems, Technology Services).
Establish Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Service Level Agreements (SLAs) to ensure timely support for teachers and staff.
Coordinate professional development and technical training for IT staff to keep pace with evolving technologies and best practices.
Systems Integration & Security Implementation
Work closely with the CIO to implement cybersecurity protocols, including firewalls, endpoint protection, and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA).
Coordinate the technical integration between disparate systems (e.g., syncing SIS data with Clever, Google Classroom, and Library systems).
Manage the District's cloud footprint and on-premise data center operations.
Project & Vendor Management
Serve as the primary Project Manager for large-scale deployments (e.g., district-wide Wi-Fi refresh or laptop rollouts).
Manage technical relationships with vendors and service providers, ensuring contract compliance and high-quality technical support.
Assist the CIO in the technical evaluation of new software and hardware through formal RFP (Request for Proposal) processes.
Budgetary & Regulatory Support
Monitor operational expenditures (Opex) to ensure the department remains within the annual budget.
Assist with forecasting future needs and developing budget estimates for replacement cycles.
Provide technical documentation and inventory data required for E-Rate filing and state/federal audits.
Ensure all technical configurations comply with CIPA (Children's Internet Protection Act) filtering requirements.
Required:
Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
Seven years of experience in IT operations, with at least
Minimum 3 years in a supervisory or management role.
Previous experience in a K-12 or higher education environment is highly preferred.
A current Certified Education Technology Leader (CETL) certification from the Consortium for School Networking (COSN), or the ability to achieve this within one year of employment.
Preferred:
Master's Degree in a technical or management field.
ITIL Foundation (Information Technology Infrastructure Library).
Project Management Professional (PMP) or CAPM.
Technical tracks: CCNP (Cisco), MCSE (Microsoft), or CISSP (Security).
Additional Qualifications:
Knowledge, Skills, and Mental Ability
Operational Excellence: Deep understanding of IT service management and infrastructure best practices.
Problem Solving: Ability to lead technical teams through complex troubleshooting during system outages.
Collaborative Leadership: Ability to work across departments (HR, Finance, Curriculum, Facilities, Safety & Security, and Communications) to solve technical hurdles.
Agility: Capability to pivot quickly between high-level project meetings and "in the trenches" technical crisis management.
EEO/AAP Statement Greeley-Evans School District 6 shall not discriminate in its employment or hiring practices on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status or disability. The District shall identify, solicit, and consider applicants for employment from a broad spectrum of qualified individuals who will contribute to that effort. The Superintendent is committed to cultural diversity among district personnel as a means of enriching educational experience. The District shall identify, solicit, and consider applicants for employment from a broad spectrum of qualified individuals who will contribute to that effort.
Complaint procedures have been established for current employees, prospective employees, and applicants for employment. The name of the responsible employee who has been identified as the Compliance Officer and Title IX Coordinator for the District is as follows:
James Donahue, Title IX Coordinator & Compliance Officer
District 6 engages every student in a personalized, well-rounded, and excellent education, preparing students to be college and career-ready.
District 6 engages, empowers, and inspires today’s students in partnership with families and communities to succeed in tomorrow’s world.
Our students come first.
• We know every child can achieve
• We believe diversity is a strength
• We ensure safe, secure, and healthy schools
• We build positive relationships with students, families, and communities
• We promote access, opportunity, and choice
• We commit to hiring and retaining quality staff
• We commit to excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement