Hiring: Executive Director, Information Technology Company: Baltimore County Public Schools Location: Middle River, MD Job Posted Time: 2026-09-15 11:35:27 Employment Type: Contract Target Skills & Keywords : Accessibility, Microsoft Excel, Quality Assurance, SQL, Systems Engineering, Vendor Management About the job Required Skills: •Leads and oversees a department of over 100+ staff members and an operating budget of approximately $80M. •In addition, oversees capital projects related to evolving information technology needs. Directs the delivery of information technology services to schools and offices for Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS), including the learning management system, student information systems, web services, and business software. •Position oversees data security, strategic technology planning, system-wide one on one computer initiative, disaster recovery planning, continuity of operations planning, e-rate program, systems integrity, applications programming and networking of voice, video, and data communications. •Ensures that the department’s operations support the system-wide goals and priorities. •Offices include Network Support Services, IT Operations, IT Security, Enterprise Solutions, and Enterprise Resource Planning. •Provide leadership to set strategic technology direction and priorities for the school system. Provide administrative and instructional systems and infrastructure that are implemented and maintained to meet internal organizational requirements. •Establish and monitor controls to evaluate performance in meeting program, budget, and school system objectives. •Partner cross-functionally with schools, offices, and divisions to ensure the effective implementation of technology across the school system; manage multiple complex initiatives and achieve results within established cost, schedule, functionality, performance, and quality requirements. Qualifications: •Master’s degree from an accredited college or university. •Master’s degree with an emphasis on information technology, public administration or a related field preferred. •Eight years of related experience with at least five years managing information technology systems. •Information technology experience in a public education setting is preferred. •Note: Other combination of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform effectively in the position, may be considered. •Thorough knowledge of IT systems engineering, design, development, and support. •Thorough knowledge of computer operations, programming, and systems analysis in a large SQL, or equivalent environment. •Thorough knowledge of the systems development life cycle (SDLC). •Knowledge of personal computers and office software applications. •Knowledge of presentation software applications. Compensation: •Competitive benefits and rewards package Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!