Chief Technology Officer at Capistrano Unified School District
Job Summary
Job Summary
CUSD is proud of its distinction as the highest performing large school district in California. Our organization is committed to effectively supporting the well-being of all students and staff through a culture of inclusivity and collaboration. CUSD is the 10th largest school district in California, has competitive salary and health benefits, and there are many career development and growth opportunities available. Join us and make a positive impact on students and the community!
Requirements / Qualifications
APPLICATION The following documents must be scanned into your online application: • Letter of intent • Current resume • Three letters of recommendation from persons who can comment on your past employment record • Writing Prompt: Please answer both questions: Question #1: Please describe a major project you have led in the last 24-36 months that has encouraged and inspired the advancement of educational technology to support advancing student achievement. Please be sure to include the scope of the project, stakeholders involved, and your specific role in the successes and challenges of the project. Question #2: What experience do you have with implementing AI for staff, teachers, and students? Please share specifics as to what tools and best practices used and any training you have designed for this work, if any.
EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field. EXPERIENCE: Seven years of progressively responsible professional experience in Information Technology including five years in project management. Experience in a public sector or educational environment preferred. CERTIFICATION: Chief Technology Officer Mentor Program Certification preferred.
Requirements / Qualifications
APPLICATION The following documents must be scanned into your online application: • Letter of intent • Current resume • Three letters of recommendation from persons who can comment on your past employment record • Writing Prompt: Please answer both questions: Question #1: Please describe a major project you have led in the last 24-36 months that has encouraged and inspired the advancement of educational technology to support advancing student achievement. Please be sure to include the scope of the project, stakeholders involved, and your specific role in the successes and challenges of the project. Question #2: What experience do you have with implementing AI for staff, teachers, and students? Please share specifics as to what tools and best practices used and any training you have designed for this work, if any.
EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field. EXPERIENCE: Seven years of progressively responsible professional experience in Information Technology including five years in project management. Experience in a public sector or educational environment preferred. CERTIFICATION: Chief Technology Officer Mentor Program Certification preferred.
Comments and Other Information
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Friday, February 27, 2026, at 12:00 PM (PST)
Initial Interviews will be scheduled for: TBD
Final Interviews will be scheduled for: TBD
Start Date: Upon Board Approval
The Capistrano Unified School District does not discriminate against any person, based on his/her actual or perceived characteristics of race or ethnicity, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information, or any other characteristic identified in Education Code 200 or 220, Government Code 11135, or Penal Code 422.55, or based on his/her association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. (5 CCR 4610).
WOMEN, MINORITIES, AND DISABLED ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Bob Presby
Associate Superintendent, Human Resource Services
33122 Valle Road
San Juan Capistrano, California 92675
(949) 234-9200
Comments and Other Information
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Friday, February 27, 2026, at 12:00 PM (PST)
Initial Interviews will be scheduled for: TBD
Final Interviews will be scheduled for: TBD
Start Date: Upon Board Approval
The Capistrano Unified School District does not discriminate against any person, based on his/her actual or perceived characteristics of race or ethnicity, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information, or any other characteristic identified in Education Code 200 or 220, Government Code 11135, or Penal Code 422.55, or based on his/her association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. (5 CCR 4610).
WOMEN, MINORITIES, AND DISABLED ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Bob Presby
Associate Superintendent, Human Resource Services
33122 Valle Road
San Juan Capistrano, California 92675
(949) 234-9200