Director of Information Technology

RE-1 Valley School District is seeking a collaborative, innovative, and service-oriented leader to serve as our Director of Information Technology.

This position provides leadership for the district's technology infrastructure, student information systems, state reporting, data management, cybersecurity, and technology support operations. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring reliable technology services while supporting district decision-making through accurate data and reporting.

REPORTS TO:  District Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent

SALARY RANGE & CATEGORY:  $65,486 to $82,757 (depending on experience) on Classified Exempt Salary Schedule  

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

WORK CALENDAR:  260 days (Monday-Friday)

FTE:  1.0 

Full-time with benefits

Position Summary:

The Director of Information Technology provides leadership, administration, and oversight of the District's technology infrastructure in partnership with the District's host company, student information systems, cybersecurity, state reporting, and technology support services.

This position serves as the District's primary administrator for Infinite Campus and related student information systems, and directs district technology operations and device cycles, strategic planning, compliance reporting, and systems integration.

The Director ensures the reliability, security, and effectiveness of district technology systems while supporting instructional and operational goals through accurate information management, reporting, and technology services.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Technology Leadership & Operations

• Provide leadership and oversight for all district technology systems, infrastructure, devices, networks, cybersecurity, and technology support services.
• Supervise technology department staff and coordinate district-wide technology support services.
• Develop and implement district technology plans, priorities, procedures, and best practices.
• Coordinate with CFO and Assistant Superintendent about hardware and software purchases, licensing, inventory management, and replacement cycles.
• Manage technology vendor relationships, contracts, and service agreements.
• Oversee technology budgeting and planning processes.
• Coordinate disaster recovery planning, cybersecurity initiatives, and technology risk management.
• Maintain District technology inventory

Student Information Systems

• Serve as the district administrator for Infinite Campus and related student information systems and maintain district permissions levels for support staff.
• Manage user accounts, permissions, security roles, calendars, scheduling structures, course setup, transcripts, gradebooks, attendance systems, and parent portal functionality.
• Coordinate cross-building enrollment processes and student record management.
• Manage SASID corrections, duplicate record resolution, household maintenance, and student demographic accuracy.
• Develop, maintain, and support integrations between district systems and third-party applications.
• Collaborate with District and building Administrative Assistants to cross-train and streamline District reporting

State Reporting & Compliance

• Coordinate and oversee all Colorado Department of Education reporting collections, including but not limited to:
  • October Count
  • End of Year (EOY)
  • Teacher Student Data Link (TSDL)
  • Student Demographic
  • Student School Association
  • At-Risk
  • Career and Technical Education (CTE)
  • Pupil Enrollment
  • Postsecondary and Workforce Readiness Collections
  • Cross-LEA Reporting
  • Student Discipline and Attendance
  • The list is subject to yearly changes per District requirements
• Provide validation, reconciliation, and quality assurance to ensure reporting accuracy and compliance.
• Serve as the primary district contact with the Colorado Department of Education regarding student information collections and reporting requirements.
• Support district audit preparation, documentation gathering, compliance reviews, and verification processes.

Reporting & Analysis

• Develop and maintain district dashboards, reports, and analysis tools.
• Create custom reports to support district leadership, building administrators, and program evaluation upon request or as needed.
• Analyze student, operational, and assessment information to support decision-making.
• Maintain district information governance standards and procedures.

Systems Integration & Process Improvement

• Develop and maintain automated processes for imports, exports, and system integrations.
• Coordinate implementation of new software platforms and operational systems.
• Collaborate with departments to improve workflows, efficiencies, and reporting processes.
• Evaluate technology solutions and make recommendations for district improvement.

Training & Customer Support

• Provide training and support for district staff related to Infinite Campus, technology systems, reporting tools, and district procedures.
• Develop district procedures, user guides, and workflow documentation.
• Serve as a resource for administrators, teachers, office staff, and support personnel.
• Provide advanced troubleshooting and escalation support for technology and information system issues.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Supervise assigned technology support personnel.
• Establish performance expectations and evaluate assigned staff.
• Promote a culture of customer service, continuous improvement, collaboration, and innovation.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent.
• RE-1 Valley employees shall comply with standard practices and ethical conduct toward information and information technology, students, professional colleagues, school officials, parents, and members of the community. In conscientiously conducting his or her affairs, the employee shall exemplify the highest standards of professional commitment.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, Education, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Three years of increasingly responsible experience in educational technology, student information systems, reporting, compliance, or a related field.
• Experience administering a Student Information System.
• Experience with state reporting, compliance, or educational information management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Infinite Campus.
• Experience with Colorado Department of Education reporting systems.
• Experience with Microsoft SQL Server, Tableau, Power BI, or other reporting platforms.
• Experience supervising staff.
• Experience managing technology infrastructure and vendor relationships.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of educational technology systems and student information systems.
• Knowledge of state and federal student privacy requirements.
• Ability to analyze complex reporting requirements.
• Ability to lead projects and coordinate across departments.
• Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Strong organizational, leadership, and interpersonal skills.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Work is primarily performed in an office and school environment.
• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, lifting, carrying, and computer use.
• Occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.
• May require travel between district facilities.

• Must be able to manage multiple interruptions and deadlines while maintaining professionalism and accuracy.

   

Evaluation:

Performance of this position will be evaluated in accordance with district policy and administrative procedures.

Application and Selection Procedure:

• Candidates: Apply online at https://www.applitrack.com/re1valley/onlineapp/
• Completed and submitted online application.
• A current cover letter or letter of interest detailing information about the candidate and their interest in the position.
• A current, professional resume.
• Three current professional letters of reference. 

If you do not have internet access, a computer is available in the Human Resources Division, Hagen Education Center, 301 Hagen, Sterling, Colorado.

• Applications are reviewed to match candidates with position qualifications, and a limited number of candidates are selected for interviews. For the final selection, employment is contingent upon completing the post-offer screening process, including a background check and possible medical examination. 

Benefits & Eligibility:

RE-1 Valley School District is proud to offer eligible employees excellent benefits, which may include:

• Employer-paid health insurance.
• Optional dental and vision insurance.
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Plans
• Retirement Savings Plans

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Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position.  Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Additional Notation:
All staff are to be cognizant of policies regarding confidentiality.  All District Board of Education policies may be viewed from the District's website.

RE-1 Valley School District has two high schools, one middle school, one junior high school, three elementary schools, and two preschools and serves approximately 1,910 students in the Sterling and Iliff/Crook areas, employing about 400 staff. RE-1 Valley School District utilizes a 4-day school week schedule (Tuesday-Friday). 
RE-1 Valley employs highly qualified, dedicated staff who believe our mission is to prepare all students for productive, successful lives beyond school through a balanced curriculum, activities, community experiences, global awareness, high expectations, and interaction among students, parents, and the community.  Visit the District website at www.re1valleyschools.org for more information, including updated job postings and salary schedules.

Caliche Elementary and Caliche Jr/Sr High School, located outside Iliff, CO, are a part of RE-1 Valley School District.  The District Administration Center is located in Sterling, CO (Logan County) in the Northeastern corner of Colorado on Interstate 76 alongside the Platte River. Having the largest population, approximately 13,900, in Logan County and much of the surrounding area, Sterling offers shopping, restaurants, numerous parks, a recreation center, access to medical care and is located near North Sterling Reservoir. Sterling is approximately 1 1/2 hours from Denver International Airport and 2 hours from Denver and the Front Range (I-25 corridor).
 RE-1 Valley School District is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. 
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. RE-1 Valley School District makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.