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Director of Information Technology

Director of Information Technology

Davidson AcademyNashville, TN, US
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Description : Position Overview

Davidson Academy is seeking a Christ-following, motivated, organized, detail-oriented, Director of Information Technology with a passion for providing a safe, clean, and well-maintained environment conducive to learning for Davidson Academy’s students. This leadership role is integral to ensuring the school's facilities and support services function effectively for all programs and activities. The ideal candidate has a background in project management and understands the innerworkings of maintaining and improving various facilities.

Davidson Academy is an Infant-12th grade Christian private school located in Nashville, TN. Serving a diverse student population from Davidson County and the surrounding counties, we believe in the Biblical-based instruction of preparing our students for college, life, and eternity. All Davidson Academy personnel must adhere to our statements of faith.

Education :

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems or related technical field required.
  • Minimum of 5 years of IT Experience

Key Responsibilities

Technology Planning & Management

  • Evaluate Davidson's current and future technology needs to develop a comprehensive technology plan aligned with the school's strategic goals
  • Oversee procurement, deployment, maintenance and replacement schedules for all hardware, software, networks and systems
  • Manage the technology department budget and staffing requirements to ensure adequate resources and support
  • Research, analyze and make recommendations on emerging educational technology solutions
  • Coordinate user training and professional development related to technology initiatives

    • Infrastructure & Security

  • Design, implement and maintain a secure, reliable and high-performance network infrastructure
  • Manage servers, cloud storage, backups and disaster recovery to safeguard data and ensure business continuity
  • Develop and enforce security policies, processes and access controls to protect School data and systems
  • Monitor systems performance and troubleshoot technical issues across all hardware / software
  • Oversee telecommunications and internet service contracts and installations
  • Manage printing and copier functionality for all areas of the school and communicate any issues with vendor representatives

    • Support Services

  • Supervise the IT support staff providing end-user assistance and management of technology services requests
  • Implement standardized processes for setup / configuration of new devices, software installations, etc.
  • Ensure proper technology inventory, asset tracking and licensing compliance
  • Create and maintain technical documentation manuals and knowledge base
  • Make recommendations for innovative ways technology can enhance learning and administrative operations

    • Additional Requirements and Preferred Skills

  • Extensive knowledge of networking infrastructure, systems administration, cybersecurity and technical support best practices
  • Proven project management skills with the ability to multi-task and work across concurrent initiatives
  • Strong problem-solving and innovative mindset to continuously improve technology capabilities
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills to collaborate across diverse user groups
  • Experience managing IT personnel and leading training for technical and non-technical staff
  • Flexible, adaptable and able to remain current on rapidly evolving technologies
  • Commitment to professional development and ongoing technical training
  • Able to adapt to a rapidly changing technology environment and modify job requirements as they present themselves.

    • Requirements : Statements of Faith

  • We believe God has revealed Himself, His purposes, and His ways in the Bible, which is therefore absolute in its truth and authority over daily living. (II Timothy 3 : 15-17; II Peter 1 : 20-21)
  • We believe God is one, absolute in power and authority over all people. He has revealed Himself as Heavenly Father and is the first person of the Trinity. (Genesis 1 : 1; Matthew 28 : 19, John 10 : 30)
  • We believe Jesus Christ is the second person of the Trinity, the physical embodiment of God; He is fully God and fully man, a mystery that calls us to worship. (John 1 : 14, John 3 : 16, Luke 3 : 22, Galatians 4 : 4, Hebrews 4 : 15)
  • We believe the Holy Spirit is the third person of the Trinity. He is the invisible and contemporary presence of God. (Genesis 1 : 2; Matthew 28 : 19, John 14 : 26)
  • We believe all humankind are separated from God by sin and are in need of a Savior. (Romans 3 : 23, Romans 5 : 12, Ephesians 2 : 12, Hebrews 7 : 25)
  • We believe salvation comes only through belief (faith) in Jesus Christ as revealed in Scripture, His virgin birth, His sinless life, His sacrificial death upon the cross and His resurrection from the dead. (John 3 : 16, Ephesians 2 : 8-9, Isaiah 7 : 14, Matthew 1 : 23)
  • We believe Christians should live their lives in community, as members of a body of believers, and in subjection to the will of God, holding one another accountable for their decisions and choices and offering encouragement and prayer support in all things. (Matthew 18 : 20, Hebrews 10 : 24-25)
  • We agree that the unique roles of male and female are clearly defined in Scripture, and we’re called uphold these Biblical commands (Romans 1 : 24-32; Romans 12 : 1-2; 1 Thessalonians 4 : 3-8; 1 Timothy 4 : 12; 2 Timothy 2 : 19-22; 1 Peter 1 : 15-16; 2 : 15-17 : 1 John 3 : 1-3; 1 Corinthians 6 : 9-10)

    • Organizational Philosophy

    Davidson Academy is a place where...

  • All persons are given a variety of opportunities to discover and develop their individual intellectual, physical, social, spiritual gifts and abilities to the fullest.
  • All persons can become responsible, self-reliant, self-motivated, life-long learners.
  • All persons are treated with courtesy, fairness, dignity, and respect.
  • Students, parents, teachers, and staff cooperate as a team. Active communications among all the school’s constituents allow everyone to know what is taking place within the organization.
  • Everyone understands the results expected from his or her work, how his or her work relates to the work of others, and why it is important to the fulfillment of the school’s mission.