The Director of Technology will oversee a department that includes four other full-time dedicated professionals. The Technology Department plays an essential role in all aspects of school operations: supporting technology integration into classes and other co-curricular programs ; managing the 1:1 student device program (Chromebooks & iPads); deploying and maintaining a suite of enterprise database systems, and managing the critical IT infrastructure. 

Why St. Michael’s Prep?

Located in the hills of southwest Austin, Texas, St. Michael’s Catholic Preparatory School is an outstanding co-educational Independent Catholic school serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade in Austin, Texas. The Lower School comprises PreK 3-4th grades, the Middle School houses grades 5-8, and the Upper School contains grades 9-12. We are distinguished by our Catholic tradition, a welcoming and diverse community, excellent academic programs and various

extracurricular activities. We are one community, with three divisions, united in our commitment to put students first as we educate them in mind, body, and spirit

• Our values: Integrity, Courage, & Excellence
• Our mission: St. Michael’s Prep cultivates a transformative, Independent school experience rooted in Catholic spirituality where we seek excellence in every pursuit and form virtuous leaders who positively impact the world.

Summary of Position:

The IT Director oversees all IT (Information Technology) functions for the school. The director will manage the IT helpdesk and personnel to ensure all hardware, software, network and peripheral infrastructure is maintained, optimized and upgraded as needed. The goal is to ensure IT systems and people are effective and functioning within the limits of budget, time and specifications of the school with a focus on customer service and guided by our core values of integrity, caring and excellence. This is a 12 month exempt position that reports to the Director of Operations. This position is available for immediate hire, but is flexible for a later start date to accommodate a candidate's current employment.

Essential Duties:

• Oversee all technology operations (e.g. network security) and evaluate them according to established goals
• Administration of Google Workspace, Blackbaud Suite, Raptor Emergency Management, Verkada and other educational software products
• Devise and establish IT policies and systems to support the implementation of strategies set by upper management
• Analyze the business requirements of all departments to determine their technology needs
• Purchase efficient and cost-effective technological equipment and software
• Inspect the use of technological equipment and software to ensure functionality and efficiency
• Identify the need for upgrades, configurations or new systems and report to upper management
• Control budget and report on expenditures
• Assist in building relationships with vendors and creating cost-efficient contracts

Requirements and skills

• At least 5 years proven experience as IT director or similar role
• Experience in analysis, implementation and evaluation of IT systems and their specifications
• Sound understanding of computer systems (hardware/software), networks etc.
• Experience in controlling information technology budget and long-term forecasting.
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills
• Outstanding communication abilities
• BSc/BA in computer science, engineering or relevant field; MSc/MA will be a plus

Certifications and Training:

• Valid Texas driver’s license.
• Must maintain compliance with the Diocese of Austin Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) policies throughout the employment period.

Application Requirements:

Qualified candidates should complete an online application for employment  and attach a cover letter and résumé. You will receive an email confirming receipt of your application and additional details to complete the application process. 

St. Michael’s Catholic Preparatory School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers equal employment opportunity to all applicants for employment and all employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, military service, application for military service, or any other status protected by applicable law

About St. Michael's Catholic Preparatory School

St. Michael's Catholic Preparatory School is accredited through the Independent School Association of the Southwest (ISAS) and the Texas Catholic Conference Education Department (TCCED) Located in the hills of southwest Austin, Texas, St. Michael’s Catholic Preparatory School is an outstanding co-educational Independent Catholic school serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade in Austin, Texas. The Lower School is comprised of PreK 3-4th grades, the Middle School houses grades 5-8, and the Upper School contains grades 9-12. We are distinguished by our Catholic tradition, a welcoming and diverse community, excellent academic programs and a variety of extracurricular activities. Additionally, we are a technology rich school. Thus teachers and staff are expected to demonstrate meaningful skill with technology and an enthusiasm for technological growth in order to create authentic learning experiences for their students. Teachers at St. Michael’s Prep further serve as role models that inspire students to critically think, reflect, explore and apply their faith concretely to their lives. We are one community, on two campuses, with three divisions, united in our commitment to put students first as we educate them in mind, body, and spirit. Come join our community!

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