Director of Technology

Temple Israel of Hollywood

We are seeking a highly innovative, forward-leading professional to support and enhance the delivery of our spiritual, academic and community services. You will source, design, and implement a range of solutions to optimize our operational flow and the impact of our programs. This includes the planning, implementation, maintenance, support and security of organization-wide technology, networks and applications for our students, staff, and congregants. Take a macro as well as a micro view of technology in our non-profit environment; “dream big” along with colleagues as to what technology could be in our community aligned with the practical nature of our budget and resources. You’ll report to our Executive Director, supervise a Technology and Media Specialist, and work in collaboration with our staff of 120 fulltime employees.   

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Collaborate with department heads to design and manage solutions to operational needs that are efficient, cost-effective and user/congregant friendly. 
2. Provide technology support and stewardship to our schools that enhance teaching and learning
3. Procure and manage all technology hardware and software
4. Supervise all A/V needs for in-person and online events
5. Plan and implement an organization-wide program of local area networks, wide area networks, wireless networks, and telecommunications
6. Coach team members with an eye to building capacity
7. Co-create and implement technologies, policies, and systems that keep our community safe from cyberthreats, online harassment, and on-campus violations
8. Administer, maintain, and regularly test Backup and Disaster Recovery plan
9. Develop and administer the technology budget; monitor budget compliance and cost containment. Forecast future budgetary needs.

In Your Toolkit

• Highly organized self-starter
• Proactive and reactive abilities, resolving problems in a timely manner
• Warm, approachable, patient manner.
• Upbeat, positive outlook, as well as a sense of humor.
• Interpersonal skills to supervise employees, independent contractors, and vendors
• Ability to triage in high-pressure situations
• Team oriented
• Clear communicator