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Deerfield Academy is seeking an Assistant Director for Enterprise Applications and Data Analytics to oversee the integrity and management of its software applications and databases while guiding data analytics initiatives for the institution.

Responsibilities: The Assistant Director will manage large-scale IT projects, oversee Enterprise Applications staff, develop data collection and reporting strategies, and coordinate technology policies while collaborating with various departments.

Skills: Candidates must have extensive project management experience, expertise in enterprise systems and database management, strong communication skills, and proficiency in managing multiple projects simultaneously.

Qualifications: A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field is required, along with 5-7 years of IT management experience; experience in an educational institution is preferred.

Location: Deerfield, Massachusetts, USA

Compensation: Not provided by employer. Typical compensation ranges for this position are between $80,000 - $120,000.

Deerfield Academy, a private, coeducational boarding school founded in 1797 and annually serving approximately 650 students in grades 9-12, seeks to hire an Assistant Director of Enterprise Applications and Data Analytics to work full-time during the academic year.

General Summary

Reporting to the Director of Information Technology Services, the Assistant Director for Enterprise Applications and Data Analytics is responsible for the integrity, availability, security, and integration of the Academy’s enterprise and departmental software applications and databases and directing and mentoring the personnel that manage these resources.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Academy’s administrative offices to identify, implement, or develop, solutions to support the Academy’s business processes.
• Manage large-scale IT projects, including collaborating with implementation consultants, developing timelines, assigning and directing staff resources, developing communication plans, and measuring and reporting progress.
• Guide the development of integrations between systems and the creation of shared institutional databases to support the Academy’s needs for business analytics.
• Collaborate with senior administrators to develop and implement data collection, analysis, and reporting strategies. 
• Manage the Academy’s data analysis and reporting environment, including evaluating and recommending appropriate tools and technologies, ensuring that the Academy’s data infrastructure and systems are optimized for data analytics, and providing training and mentorship to ITS team and staff in administrative departments. 
• Work with departments to design, create, and present a collection of reports and dashboards for senior administrators and the Board of Trustees.  
• Supervise the Enterprise Applications staff on a daily basis to effectively manage overall work performance, objectives, and professional development.
• In conjunction with the Director of ITS, develop and execute long-range plans for the Academy’s enterprise software, hardware, and databases.
• Manage the operating and capital equipment budgets for enterprise software, hardware, and services
• Maintain relationships with major vendors, oversee contract negotiations, and monitor contracts and renewals.
• Develop effective and comprehensive technology policies including business continuity, disaster recovery, and security procedures and plans, in conjunction with the Director of ITS and the ITS Management Team.
• In collaboration with the Director, coordinate the recruitment, orientation and training of new ITS employees.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Job Demands

• Close visual acuity to analyze data and figures and view a computer monitor
• Ability to sustain substantial movements of the wrists, hands and/or fingers; or to dictate instructions to a computer
• Ability to sit or stand at a desk or table for extended periods of time
• Light Physical Requirements, which include exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects

Working Conditions

The worker is mainly in an office environment and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.  

Disclaimer

The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. This job description is not intended to be construed as a comprehensive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. It is expected that job duties and responsibilities will develop over time commensurate with performance.

Special Instructions for Applicants

Application materials must include:

• A cover letter summarizing interests and qualifications
• A complete resume or curriculum vitae

**SIGN-ON BONUS**

The successful candidate will receive a $1,000 sign-on bonus ($500 paid at time of hire and $500 paid at the end of 90 days of employment.

Job Specifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field required
• 5-7 years of IT management experience required, experience at an educational institution preferred 
• Extensive project management experience
• Solid knowledge of enterprise systems and experience with database management systems 
• Expertise with databases, database methodologies, and enterprise data analysis tools. 
• A proven track record as a successful manager of technical professionals
• Demonstrated proficiency in managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills
• Ability to manage, and sensitivity to, highly confidential information
• Strong initiative and the ability to be self-directed, resourceful and creative
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills 
• Facility with and interest in the promotion of cooperation and teamwork with colleagues
• Strong customer service orientation
• Willingness and ability to learn additional technologies as needed
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion, and to serving the needs of a diverse community