Chief Information Officer

Company: Cosa
Location: Medford
Posted on: June 1, 2025

Job Description:

Southern Oregon Education Service DistrictSouthern Oregon ESD (SOESD) is seeking a highly collaborative Chief Information Officer to lead multiple technical teams supporting teaching, learning, and various organizational needs. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in information systems development, design, and implementation, with proven experience in software development, data visualization, and reporting.The position emphasizes supporting educational outcomes, promoting organizational efficiency, and delivering innovative, cost-effective, stable, and secure services.The CIO will manage fiscal, technical, and human resources to support services such as:

• Academic and operational data systems
• Data visualization and custom software development
• Delivery of SaaS
• Technical infrastructure including data centers, networking, online learning, video conferencing, VoIP, security, wiring, and help desk servicesAs part of a collaborative leadership team, the CIO will implement strategies to improve student outcomes through technology, supporting curriculum, instruction, assessment, classroom technology, online learning, and early warning data systems.Qualifications include extensive business and technical skills, experience with student information systems (preferably Synergy), business systems (Visions), HR systems (Frontline), VMware, and educational technologies. The candidate should also be capable of cost modeling, ROI analysis, and deploying innovative services using an agile approach.If you're interested in joining a dynamic team providing innovative services to students, families, and districts across the region, we invite you to apply for this position.About SOESDServing Jackson, Josephine, and Klamath counties, SOESD is headquartered in Medford, Oregon, in the Rogue Valley. The region offers numerous cultural and recreational activities, including skiing, rafting, hiking, fishing, art galleries, music festivals, film festivals, and the Oregon Shakespeare Festival.Position DetailsPosition Goal: Manage technology infrastructure and services to support SOESD, districts, and organizations.Essential Functions:
• Provide regional leadership supporting federal, state, and local initiatives.
• Coordinate programs aligning with SOESD and district priorities.
• Manage technology infrastructure and service delivery for teaching, learning, and administrative functions.
• Collaborate to interpret, forecast, and meet changing needs with valued services.
• Develop and market entrepreneurial services to increase revenue.
• Manage resources to ensure effective service delivery.
• Oversee projects with cost models, milestones, and budgets.
• Support technical programming and database maintenance.
• Present effectively to diverse audiences and facilitate stakeholder consensus.
• Lead, supervise, and evaluate staff.
• Manage budgets and professional relationships.
• Adhere to organizational policies and participate in professional development.
• Perform physical requirements with accommodations as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.Minimum Prerequisites
  • Valid Oregon Driver's License
  • Oregon teaching or administrative license preferred
  • A+ and Network+ certifications
  • Bachelor's degree in relevant field (Master's preferred)
  • 3+ years of staff/IT project management experience (5+ preferred)
  • Strong communication and customer service skillsEquivalent experience or training may be considered.Additional DetailsLocation: In person at 101 N. Grape Street, Medford, ORLength: 260 daysSalary: $116,143 - $152,182 annually (2024-2025 rate)BenefitsIncludes health, dental, vision insurance, PERS retirement, 403(b), paid holidays, sick leave, vacation, and additional optional coverages.
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