for a Director of Technology. The job provides considerable scope for
innovative leadership within a forward looking educational community.
The Director will:
1. Oversee school-wide data structures, policies and procedures;
2. Provide vision and strategic direction to the department;
3. Oversee and manage technology staff;
4. Work with all major departments (i.e. Development, Admissions, etc.)
to make the best use of technology
5. Manage budgets;
6. Oversee inventory and planned refresh of the infrastructure;
7. Develop and maintain a strategic plan (both academic and
administrative);
8. Cultivate vendor relationships;
9. Be a portal into the rest of the technology world (i.e. professional
development, site visits, staying current on new technologies and "best
practices");
10. Act as an "internal consultant" to the Director, Trustees, faculty,
students and parents.
11. Be able to step in where needed for network administration, solving
problems as they arise, and working with teachers in the academic realm.
The ideal candidate:
* Has interest and demonstrated ability in an educational setting,
sense of humor, flexibility, energy, collegiality, and the ability to work
effectively with a team.
* Has the ability to learn quickly and teach effectively
Minimum requirements:
1. At least two years in a comparable supervisory and management
position.
2. Excellent communication skills
The Putney School seeks to promote diversity in its program and hiring. We
recognize that a diverse faculty and staff is crucial to the success and
continued relevance of the school.
Please send a cover letter, resume and list of references by April 10,
2008 to:
Emily Jones, Director
ejones@putneyschool.org
or
The Putney School
418 Houghton Brook Road
Putney, VT 05346
Jane Baker
Director of Technology
The Putney School
Putney, VT 05346
http://www.putneyschool.org
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