Chief Technology Officer bei Region 4 Education Service Center

Classification: Administrative/Professional 
Exemption Status: Exempt 
Department: Technology 
Reports To: Executive Director/CEO 

Job Goal: 

The Chief Technology Officer (CTO) is a visionary, results-driven senior executive responsible for defining and executing Region 4 ESC’s long-term technology strategy across its most critical innovation platforms, including the Texas Education Exchange, escWorks NextGen, and Printworks. The CTO will lead sustainable growth, data interoperability, platform modernization, and product-driven transformation to deliver organizational excellence and revenue-generating impact for Region 4 and its clients. 

The CTO will shape Region 4 ESC’s technology vision and execution to meet the needs of regional, state, and national markets, within and beyond the education sector. This is a dream role for a leader seeking to design and deliver scalable technology solutions that drive innovation, elevate customer experience, and create measurable outcomes. 

Qualifications: 

Education 

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in business, technology management, computer science, business administration, or related field preferred. 

Experience 

1. Proven executive leadership in technology, innovation, or enterprise systems, preferably in education, government, or mission-driven organizations. 
2. Expertise in platform modernization, product development, cloud services, data interoperability, and AI/analytics. 
3. Demonstrated track record of aligning technology strategies with market expansion and revenue growth. 
4. Exceptional leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills with regional, state, and national stakeholders. 
5. 10+ years of progressive leadership in technology strategy, innovation, or executive product development. 
6. Extensive experience working with K-12 education systems, data interoperability standards (e.g., Ed-Fi), and AI-integrated platforms. 
7. Proven track record of developing and scaling financially sustainable products and programs. 
8. 7+ years managing high-performing teams and cross-functional departments. 
9. Strong background in managing strategic vendor relationships, large-scale grant initiatives, and external partner engagement

Impact 

The Chief Technology Officer will: 

1. Transform Region 4 Education Service Center into a technology-forward, revenue-generating organization. 
2. Deliver best-in-class digital platforms that redefine customer experience for schools, states, and partners nationwide. 
3. Position Region 4 as a global leader in technology strategy, innovation, and scalable education solutions. 

Major Responsibilities: 

Executive Strategy & Vision 

• Strategic Leadership & Vision 
• Define and execute Region 4’s enterprise technology and innovation strategy to align with organizational goals and market growth. 
• Anticipate future technological trends and position Region 4 as a national model for technology-enabled solutions. 
• Drive platform modernization and seamless data interoperability to power innovation across Texas and beyond.  
  
  
• Enterprise Technology & Innovation 
• Oversee the design, development, and evolution of Region 4’s digital platforms, products, and infrastructure. 
• Lead cross-functional teams in transforming customer experiences through technology-driven services. 
• Ensure solutions meet the highest standards of scalability, usability, accessibility, and cybersecurity. 
  
  
•  Revenue & Market Growth 
• Identify and pursue opportunities for new technology-based products and services that generate sustainable revenue streams. 
• Expand Region 4’s reach by developing strategic partnerships with LEAs, state agencies, vendors, and national stakeholders. 
• Establish Region 4 ESC as a trusted B2B and B2G technology partner across multiple sectors. 
  
  
•  Operational Excellence 
• Integrate enterprise technology goals with operational execution, ensuring agile delivery and measurable time-bound outcomes. 
• Establish accountable performance management systems, KPIs, and dashboards to track progress and impact. 
• Direct, mentor, and inspire a team of senior technology leaders to achieve ambitious goals. 

Supervision/Personnel Management: 

• Champion a culture of excellence by guiding senior technology leaders and their teams to accelerate center-wide growth and operational effectiveness. 
• Empower departments and cross-functional teams through strategic coaching, collaboration, and accountability systems that align innovation with measurable outcomes. 
• Develop strong leadership pipelines by mentoring emerging leaders, fostering succession planning, and investing in professional growth opportunities that build capacity across Region 4. 

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors/Mental Demands: 

Frequent use of standard office equipment; prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; repetitive hand motions (keyboarding and use of a mouse); occasional lifting and carrying (up to 15 pounds); may work prolonged and irregular hours; work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under pressure.