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Director of Technology and Audiovisual Services leads the planning, organization, integration, implementation, maintenance, security, and daily operation of all technology and audiovisual systems across the campus. This role ensures reliable IT infrastructure, classroom technology integration, event AV support, cybersecurity compliance, and strategic innovation that enhances teaching, learning, communication, and school operations.

The Director supervises technology staff, manages vendors and budgets, supports faculty and students, and develops long‑term technology initiatives aligned with the school’s educational mission.

Success in this role requires the Director of Technology and Audiovisual Services to work collaboratively with the Mount de Sales Academy community, demonstrate outstanding and tactful written and oral communication skills, and maintain a faith‑filled, professional demeanor.

Mount de Sales Academy seeks to offer a high‑quality program that is integrated with religious truths and values. The Director of Technology and Audiovisual Services supports the fundamental beliefs, values, and traditions of the Catholic Church through communication, personal conduct, and lifestyle. The Director is expected to model Gospel values in a spirit of service and in interactions with colleagues. Respect for the dignity of each person is of utmost importance. The standard work hours for this position are from 7:45 AM to 3:45 PM.

• Develop technology strategy — Develop and execute the school’s technology strategy and annual IT roadmap.
• Oversee infrastructure — Oversee all network infrastructure, wireless systems, servers, cloud services, databases, and endpoint devices.
• Manage cybersecurity — Manage cybersecurity practices including firewalls, access control, MFA, backups, endpoint protection, and incident response.
• Administer accounts — Administer user accounts, identity management, permissions, and directory services, including quarterly reviews of all system access levels.
• Ensure compliance — Ensure compliance with FERPA and all school technology policies.
• Maintain recovery plans — Maintain disaster recovery and business continuity procedures.
• Evaluate new technologies — Evaluate and implement new technologies to support academic and administrative goals.
• Develop long‑range plans — Develop strategic and long‑range technology plans, including proposals for improving IT solutions across campus.
• Manage hardware inventory — Oversee, install, and maintain all hardware, including personal computing devices, classroom technology, printers/copiers, network equipment, and other devices.
• Coordinate software licensing — Coordinate software licensing, renewals, and vendor relationships.
• Monitor system performance — Monitor system performance and maintain high availability of critical systems.
• Maintain documentation — Maintain comprehensive documentation of IT systems, procedures, and best practices.

Oversee AV systems — Oversee auditorium, classroom, gymnasium, and conference AV systems.

Manage event technology — Manage livestreaming, recording, projection, sound reinforcement, and digital signage systems.

Coordinate event support — Coordinate technical support for assemblies, performances, graduations, athletic events, and special programs.

Supervise AV maintenance — Supervise installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of AV equipment.

Develop AV standards — Develop standards for classroom technology and AV integration.

Train staff — Train faculty and staff on proper use of AV systems and presentation technology.

Supervise tech staff — Supervise IT support specialists, AV technicians, and student tech assistants.

Establish help desk — Establish help desk procedures and service‑level expectations.

Provide training — Provide professional development and technology training for faculty, staff, and students.

Support device programs — Support 1:1 device initiatives and student technology programs.

Communicate clearly — Communicate technical issues and solutions clearly to non‑technical users.

Collaborate with Facilities — Collaborate with the Facilities Department on technology‑related projects.

Manage budgets — Prepare and manage annual IT/AV operating and capital budgets with the Director of Operations, Vice Principal of Academic Affairs, and CFO.

Recommend purchases — Recommend technology purchases and upgrades.

Negotiate contracts — Negotiate contracts with vendors and service providers.

Maintain asset inventory — Maintain inventory of hardware, software, and AV assets.

Create policies — Create policies and documentation related to technology usage and security.

Background check — Must be able to pass a background check.

Bachelor’s degree — Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Educational Technology, or a related field.

IT experience — 5+ years of progressive IT experience.

Leadership experience — 2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience.

Enterprise systems — Experience managing enterprise networks, cloud platforms, and endpoint systems.

AV knowledge — Knowledge of audiovisual systems, livestreaming, and event production technologies.

Technical skills — Strong troubleshooting, project management, and communication skills.

Schedule flexibility — Ability to work evenings or weekends during school events as needed.

K–12 experience — Experience in K–12, independent, or Catholic school environments.

Certifications such as:

• CCNA
• MCSA
• Security-related: CISSP, CompTIA Network+, Security+
• Microsoft, Google Workspace, or Cisco certifications
• AVIXA CTS certification
• Google Workspace for Education
• Microsoft 365

MDM experience — Experience with MDM solutions.

Media systems — Experience with streaming platforms and digital media systems.

IT infrastructure

Cybersecurity

Network administration

Audiovisual systems

Event technology

Leadership

Strategic planning

Budget management

School campus setting — Office, classroom, and event‑venue responsibilities.

Physical requirements — May require lifting and setting up AV equipment.

Event support — Occasional evening/weekend support for performances, ceremonies, athletic events, and graduation activities.

Pay Range: $70,000 - $85,000, Annualized

Benefits: This position is eligible for full comprehensive benefits.

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