Information Technology Manager

Hamlin Robinson School (HRS) ignites the academic and creative potential of students with dyslexia and other language-based learning differences. Since 1983, we have been Washington’s only non-profit school dedicated exclusively to these students’ unique academic and social-emotional needs. We believe every child deserves a learning environment where they feel safe, understood, and empowered. With small class sizes (1:15 teacher-student ratio) and a structured, multisensory approach, students gain confidence and a sense of ownership over their learning through meaningful moments of authentic success.

Why Hamlin Robinson School

At HRS, we know that just as students need the right environment to thrive, so do faculty and staff. We foster a collaborative, mission-driven workplace where all employees are supported, valued, and equipped with the tools and training they need to succeed.

• Purpose-Driven Work – Every member of the HRS team contributes to shaping the student experience, helping learners build confidence and achieve success.
• Collaborative & Mission-Aligned Community – With a shared purpose guiding the work of all employees, we create clarity, strengthen connections, and advance collective progress.
• Commitment to Professional Growth – Ongoing development is deeply valued, supporting skill-building, curiosity, and growth within a dynamic and supportive community.

About the Role

We are seeking an Information Technology Manager who is collaborative, resilient, flexible, diplomatic, confident, patient, and possesses a sense of humor and professional presence. The ideal candidate has a minimum of four years’ progressive experience in information systems management, or equivalent expertise, with a proven ability to successfully lead and direct a technology team.

• You enjoy and are able to read, analyze, interpret, and apply complex technical information.
• You like training and educating others.
• You have a strong customer service focus (internal and external), user-centered attitude, and a desire to work in a team-oriented environment.
• You are organized and motivated, with the ability to effectively communicate technical information to others.
• You are comfortable working with staff, students, and families.
• You are highly ethical.
• You have SQL server experience, SIS implementation experience, LMS/Google docs integration experience, MAC and Windows OS experience, and CSS, HTML, and JavaScript experience.

Responsibilities

IT Operations, Systems, and Security

• Oversee the school’s information technology systems and infrastructure to ensure reliable, secure, and effective support for students, faculty, and staff.
• Maintain the security, privacy, and integrity of all information systems, communication lines, and technology equipment.
• Develop, test, and maintain backup and disaster recovery plans to ensure continuity of school operations.
• Manage the acquisition, inventory, lifecycle, and disposition of hardware and software resources.
• Perform related duties as assigned to support the evolving technology needs of the school.

Strategic Leadership and Project Management

• Provide leadership in both short-term operations and long-term strategic planning for instructional and administrative technology.
• Partner with the Director of Business and Operations to develop and implement departmental goals, policies, and procedures aligned with institutional priorities.
• Lead and manage technology-related projects, including planning, research, implementation, and evaluation.
• Monitor emerging technology trends and recommend systems, tools, and enhancements that improve teaching, learning, and operational efficiency.

Technology Services and MSP Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for the school’s third-party managed service provider (MSP), establishing priorities, coordinating work, and monitoring the timely resolution of projects and support requests.
• Oversee the MSP’s performance and service delivery, ensuring contractual expectations, service standards, and the school’s technology needs are consistently met.

Budgeting, Vendor Relations, and Resource Stewardship

• Prepare and manage the technology department budget, ensuring responsible stewardship of school resources.
• Evaluate, negotiate, and manage vendor relationships, contracts, and service agreements for hardware, software, and technology services.
• Recommend resource allocations and technology investments that maximize value and support the school’s mission and long-term goals.

Pay

$90,000-$120,000/annually

Benefits

• 93% employer-covered medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 403(b) retirement plan with up to 7% employer match.
• Life insurance, pet insurance, and long-term disability.
• Up to 12 sick/personal days.
• 20 vacation days.