Managing Director, Technology

Position Overview

The KIPP NYC Managing Director Technology (MD Tech) is an essential role on the Technology team responsible for the vision and strategy for all KIPP NYC technology systems services and infrastructure. The MD Tech will lead the Technology team in exceptional execution and innovative sustainability solutions to support our schools and staff as they provide our students and families with best-in-class education. The MD Tech will ensure that technology across KIPP NYC is secure forward-thinking and deeply aligned with our mission to provide joyful academically excellent schools.

The MD Tech will lead a robust team of 20 technology professionals including a leadership team of Directors across Infrastructure Client Services & Support Applications & Data and IT Business Operations. The MD Tech will also serve as a key strategic partner to school leaders to enhance teaching and learning with cutting-edge and effective technology as well as with our regional leadership to amplify operational excellence for the entire organization.

The ideal candidate for this role is a mission-driven systems-oriented leader who excels at building resilient and dynamic teams designing solid structures and leading organizational change with a belief that technology can empower students and educators in every classroom.

The Managing Director Technology (MD Tech) will report directly to the Chief Operations & Information Officer and will serve as a senior leader of the KIPP NYC Regional Support & Technology Team.

This is a full-time role that follows a hybrid work schedule requiring a minimum of three days per week in person based out of our KIPP NYC Midtown Manhattan office. Regular school and regional-site visits are required based on operational needs.

General responsibilities & Duties include (but are not limited to) :

Regional Leadership & Team Management

• Leads the KIPP NYC Technology team by building a mission-aligned culture rooted in collaboration equity and continuous improvement with transparent and authentic performance enablement including clear goal-setting and regular feedback
• Develops and mentors a high-performing team of technology professionals to support KIPP NYCs deep commitment to  joyful student-centered schools.
• With the Tech leadership team oversees all daily technical operations maintaining high-quality service delivery operational efficiency and clear workflows.
• Leads regional strategy for all network programming and shared services advising senior leaders on technology performance risks opportunities and strategic direction- including regional technology policies internal controls user guidelines and security protocols.
• Cross-collaborates with regional Shared Services Teams (SST) to integrate innovative technological solutions into KIPP NYC Academics School Operations Talent Data and Finance to ensure schools have the resources guidance and support needed

Technology Strategy & Operations

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Compensation & Benefits :

KIPP NYC offers a competitive salary ranging from $165000 to $195000 per year. Salary ranges at KIPP NYC are standardized based on role level and role function. Individual salaries are determined through a lens of equity accounting for years of experience relevant to the role and scope of responsibilities and are benchmarked against others within the same salary band. Starting salaries typically fall in the lower half of the salary range however they are ultimately determined by scope of the position the candidates relevant experience and internal equity.

KIPP NYC offers a generous benefits package including but not limited to the following :

This description is intended to describe the type of work being performed by a person assigned to this position.  It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required by the employee.

This role is based in NYC and will require travel to our NYC Office. If you relocate outside of a commutable distance or out of the state of NY your employment will be subject to review which may include separation from KIPP NYC. It is important that you notify HR if you move or have plans to relocate.

KIPP NYC LLC does not offer visa sponsorship or work authorization.

KIPP NYC LLC is committed to creating a welcoming environment that includes employees with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving students and families throughout New York City.

KIPP NYC LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. KIPP NYC LLC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment.

Remote Work : No

Employment Type : Full-time

Key Skills

Business Development,Expense Management,Financial Acumen,Management Experience,Profit & Loss,Acquisitions,Investment Banking,Relationship Management,Social Media Management,Financial Modeling,Customer relationship management,Leadership Experience

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1