Chief Technology Officer at Santa Barbara County Education Office
About the Employer
The Santa Barbara County Education Office provides services and leadership to 20 public school districts and 10 charter schools. SBCEO offers programs and services in support of nearly 70,000 children throughout Santa Barbara County - from Santa Barbara to Santa Ynez, Lompoc, Orcutt, and Santa Maria.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Are you a visionary technology leader ready to shape the future of education in Santa Barbara County? The Santa Barbara County Education Office is seeking a dynamic Chief Technology Officer to lead enterprise IT operations, drive innovation, and champion customer-focused solutions that support both internal operations and student learning. As a Cabinet-level advisor, you’ll work collaboratively with district partners, oversee cutting-edge infrastructure and cybersecurity, and inspire a high-performing team to deliver impactful, scalable systems. If you're passionate about transforming technology into strategic advantage for public education, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/sbceo For more details about the position, please refer to the position announcement. You may also contact Gabriel Purvis, Classified Human Resources Analyst, at (805) 964-4711, ext. 5225 with questions.
Requirements / Qualifications
A typical way to qualify for this classification would be: Education: Bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, educational technology, or related field; master’s degree preferred. Experience: Five years of experience managing information technology in a complex, service-oriented organization that included responsibility for at least four of the following functions: user support, network infrastructure and connectivity, telecommunications, security, system administration, systems integration, and application development. Public sector and/or education experience is desirable. Experience collaborating with curriculum and instruction teams to support educational technology initiatives is preferred. Equivalent combinations of training, education, and experience that provide the required knowledge and abilities will also be considered.
Requirements / Qualifications
A typical way to qualify for this classification would be: Education: Bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, educational technology, or related field; master’s degree preferred. Experience: Five years of experience managing information technology in a complex, service-oriented organization that included responsibility for at least four of the following functions: user support, network infrastructure and connectivity, telecommunications, security, system administration, systems integration, and application development. Public sector and/or education experience is desirable. Experience collaborating with curriculum and instruction teams to support educational technology initiatives is preferred. Equivalent combinations of training, education, and experience that provide the required knowledge and abilities will also be considered.
Comments and Other Information
Compensation
Hiring range: $164,722 - $200,698 per year; salary step increase upon successful completion of 12-month probationary period. Eligible employees may also receive a $2000 stipend for a Master's degree or a $3000 stipend for a Doctorate.
Exceptional health benefits (with an option that is no cost to the employee) and a defined-benefit pension plan (California Public Employees’ Retirement System).
Apply online by August 17, 2025 at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/sbceo
Comments and Other Information
Compensation
Hiring range: $164,722 - $200,698 per year; salary step increase upon successful completion of 12-month probationary period. Eligible employees may also receive a $2000 stipend for a Master's degree or a $3000 stipend for a Doctorate.
Exceptional health benefits (with an option that is no cost to the employee) and a defined-benefit pension plan (California Public Employees’ Retirement System).
Apply online by August 17, 2025 at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/sbceo
Application Deadline
8/17/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
Date Posted
7/25/2025
Contact
Gabriel Purvis
8059644711
8059644711
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$164,722 - $200,698 Annually
$164,722 - $200,698 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
Salary step increase upon successful completion of 12-month probationary period. Eligible employees may also receive a $2000 stipend for a Master's degree or a $3000 stipend for a Doctorate.
Length of Work Year
12
Employment Type
Full Time