Job Description

RSU #20

Director of Information Technology/Data Manager

Job Title : Director of Information Technology and Database Manager

Location : RSU #20, Searsport, Maine

Job Type : Full-Time | 222 day administrative contract

Reports To : Superintendent

Job Descriptions

• Director of IT:
• Data Manager:

Key Responsibilities

IT Leadership

• Serve as the IT leader in the RSU #20.
• Develop and implement a district-wide IT strategy aligned with educational goals.
• Develop and implement an annual, district-wide IT budget.
• Manage and support district-wide network infrastructure, hardware, software, and cloud-based systems.
• Oversee procurement, deployment, and lifecycle management of IT equipment.
• Supervise IT staff and coordinate technology support across RSU #20.
• Ensure reliable and secure access to digital learning tools and student information systems.
• Lead information and cybersecurity efforts and data privacy compliance (FERPA, COPPA, etc.).
• Provide in-service programs on computer uses and programs for school staff.
• Advise Administrative Team on software and hardware purchases.
• Work with technology integrators in planning, goal setting, and curriculum integration.

Data Management

• Oversee the collection, validation, and analysis of student, staff, and operational data.
• Manage Student Information Systems (SIS) and other data platforms.
• Create custom data reports and dashboards for district leadership, teachers, and parents.
• Train staff in data literacy and system usage.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local reporting requirements.
• Maintain e-mail/collaboration/web server(s).
• Provide in-service training for e-mail, collaboration, web server, and SIS database(s).
• Develop standards and guidelines for use and acquisition of RSU #20 email, database, and web resources.
• Approve, schedule, plan, and supervise the installation and testing of new products and improvements to RSU #20 email, database, and web resources, such as the consolidation/installation of new databases.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Educational Technology, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in IT leadership, preferably in a K–12 educational setting.
• Deep understanding of SIS platforms (e.g., PowerSchool, Infinite Campus), learning management systems, and cloud infrastructure.
• Strong budgetary, communication, leadership, and project management skills.
• Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and best practices related to educational data and information technology in K-12 public education setting.
• Experience managing 1:1 student device programs.

Evaluation

• Performance of this job will be evaluated by the Superintendent of Schools in accordance with provisions of the School Board's policies.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary and Benefits: As established by the Board and is based on experience.
• Professional development opportunities.

To Apply

Submit your resume, cover letter, and three references to jobs@rsu20.org

EOE

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Local area,

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