Director Of Educational Technology Jobs in Ferguson, MO

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking a Director of Technology in Saint Louis, MO.
Summary:
You will own the firm's technology stack and data strategy with an owner's mentality. Your primary goal is to leverage technology to drive profitable and sustainable growth.
Key Tasks:
* Partner with firm leadership on annual budgeting, strategic planning, and the development of firm-wide goals
* Manage the comprehensive technology budget and all vendor relationships to ensure maximum ROI
* Develop and execute a firm-wide AI strategy, leveraging tools like Claude and Salesforce Agentforce, to create a tangible competitive advantage
* You will inspire, develop, and lead a high-performing team to enable our strategic goals
* Foster a team culture that promotes proactive problem-solving, accountability, continuous improvement, and a commitment to outstanding internal customer service
* From infrastructure to security to policy, you will oversee all technological strategy and architecture to ensure a sustainable backbone for the firm
* Own the entire firm technology stack, primarily focusing on optimizing our Salesforce-centric environment
* Ensure all systems and workflows adhere to the highest standards of data security and regulatory compliance (HIPAA, ABA Rules, etc.)
* Establish and enforce best practices for all technology assets and internal processes
* You will lead and execute a robust multi-year roadmap to guide the firm's investments in automation and competitive digital solutions
* Lead the overall tech strategy for our firm, ensuring scalability, security, and seamless integrations
* Deconstruct, analyze, and automate core business processes, from marketing to lead intake and qualification to client onboarding and case management
* Cultivate a culture that embraces digital change and data-driven decision-making
* You will serve as a strategic advisor for leaders and team members across the firm
REQUIREMENTS:
* You have earned a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related technical field
* You have gained 10+ years of technical experience with a demonstrated record of success in growing people, processes, and organizational resources; This must include 3+ years of management experience with direct reports
* Hands-on Salesforce platform expertise required; You should be comfortable code-reviewing Apex, auditing flow architecture, and stepping in as a senior practitioner when the team is stuck - not managing Salesforce specialists from the outside; Active certifications (Admin, Platform Developer, Application Architect) are welcomed; Demonstrated platform fluency is the actual test
* You bring solid expertise in cloud computing platforms, a strong background in managing integrated SaaS environments, and experience with data analytics and data-driven decision-making
* You are an AI enthusiast, excited about the changes and efficiencies that can enhance both the employee and customer experience
* You are a hands-on leader, able to flex between high-level strategy and tactical execution; You possess a strong business acumen and the ability to communicate a vision with patience and clarity to various stakeholders
* You excel in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced environment and are passionate about building systems that create a competitive advantage; You consider yourself a tech strategist with a practical, get-it-done mentality
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
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