Chief Technology Officer

Key Responsibilities

• Technology Product Vision and Leadership
• Information Technology Operations
• Cybersecurity Leadership
• Data Operations and Analytics
• Team Management & Organizational Development

About NYC Kids RISE

NYC Kids RISE is a nonprofit organization working with the City of New York and the NYC Department of Education to manage the Save for College Program (the Program). Through the Program, eligible students enrolled in an NYC public school (including participating charter schools), starting in kindergarten, automatically receive a free NYC Scholarship Account with an initial allocation of $100 by NYC Kids RISE on their behalf, invested in a NY 529 Direct Plan, and opportunities to receive additional rewards over time. Their families can open and connect their own college savings account on their child’s behalf, and communities can contribute to groups of these NYC Scholarship Accounts as both a targeted and universal platform for community-driven asset-building in every neighborhood.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of related technology leadership experience, including 8+ years minimum in managing people and teams. At least two years of experience in senior or executive leadership, with C-level experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience overseeing diverse, relevant technology portfolio areas in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment, including technology, product leadership, and cybersecurity.
• Proven experience developing and scaling online products and managing in-house and contracted resources to meet product development milestones
• A clear understanding of user experience and SaaS metrics, with attention to metrics around digital equity
• A practical understanding of AI and automation tools; a practical understanding of how these tools can be identified and deployed to improve operational workflows, and a deep understanding of privacy and security considerations when exploring AI functionality
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple complex, interdisciplinary projects through full project lifecycle;
• Proven project and people manager, highly organized, strong attention to detail; ability to manage many concurrent projects with a clear sense of priorities and the ability to identify and communicate tradeoffs
• Ability to work with people from a variety of backgrounds;
• Adaptable, flexible and effective problem solver in fast-paced settings; Ability to collaborate, build consensus, deliver, and drive technical decisions with various sized stakeholder groups;
• Superb communication and relationship building skills, ability to translate complex information to diverse audiences; Ability to translate technical concepts and solutions to non-technical and executive audiences;
• Experience leading product teams and managing external vendors;
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills required. Ability to work cooperatively, sensitively, and tactfully,
• Demonstrated interest in and commitment to increasing economic opportunities and long-term financial security for low-income New York City families and neighborhoods;