Chief Technology Officer
Houston ISD, Houston, TX, United States
JOB SUMMARY
The Chief Technology Officer (CTO) for the Houston Independent School District (HISD) is responsible for leading the district’s technological strategy and overseeing all aspects of Information Technology (IT), including infrastructure, applications, data security, and services. The CTO drives innovation and transformation by implementing secure and efficient technology solutions that align with HISD’s key actions, enhancing business processes, and improving the exchange of information across the district. This role involves managing the district-wide IT department, including strategic planning, application development, technical services, and networking while ensuring cyber security and risk management. The CTO plays a key leadership role in developing talent, fostering innovation, and effectively using technology to support the district's evolving needs.
Qualifications:
- EDUCATION
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
A Master’s degree (e.g., MBA) or relevant professional certification is preferred.
Applicants who do not meet these education qualifications may be considered if they have a unique combination of education and work experiences that indicate potential for success in this role. - WORK EXPERIENCE
Minimum of 15+ years of progressive experience in technology management, with at least 10 years in a senior leadership role. Experience in a large, urban school district is highly desirable.
Applicants who do not meet these work experience qualifications may be considered if they have a unique combination of education and work experiences that indicate potential for success in this role.
Salary Range: $215,000 - $255,000
How To Apply:
To be considered for this position, please submit your application through our careers site. See steps below.
1. Visit www.houstonisd.org/careers
2. Search the following Job ID: 22822
3. Click "apply now"
PLEASE NOTE our application system requires a two-step completion process. Please check your email, including your spam folder, for a request to confirm personal information.
For questions regarding the application process, please reach out to:
Human Resources - Talent Acquisition
HISDTalentAcquisition@houstonisd.org
713-556-7373
Houston Independent School District is an equal opportunity employer.
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