IT Director

The town of Stow is seeking an experienced, tech-savvy, and strategic part-time IT Director to lead and manage all municipal technology operations. Reporting directly to the Town Administrator, this is a unique opportunity to serve the public while overseeing day-to-day IT operations, leading long-term strategic initiatives, safeguarding digital infrastructure, and ensuring that every department, from public safety to facilities, has the tools and tech support needed to serve the community efficiently.

The IT Director works closely with our outside technology vendor to directly support public safety, service delivery, and civic engagement. From keeping our systems running smoothly to introducing new solutions, your guidance ensures the Town of Stow remains connected, protected, and prepared.

Responsibilities: Provide vision and leadership for town-wide IT strategy and infrastructure. Manage computer networks, servers, security systems, and software platforms. Establish and enforce cybersecurity protocols, disaster recovery plans, and data protection policies. Serve as the lead liaison to department heads, vendors, and external IT service providers. Maintain physical inventory, schedule replacements, and ensure software compliance. Support and manage town-wide tech systems including fiber, Office365, cloud tools, voting clickers for Town Meeting, and copiers. Supervise “Help Desk” support, user training, and customer service delivery. Prepare and manage division operating and capital budgets. Attend Annual and Special Town Meetings to set up and run electronic voting systems.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent experience considered. Three to five years of progressively responsible IT experience, ideally in a public sector or multi-department setting. CompTIA A+ and/or Network+ certification preferred. Experience with Microsoft 365, Barracuda, KnowBe4, and Windows Server/Active Directory environments. Working knowledge of fiber, network security, GIS, permitting software, and basic programming. Strong project management, communication, and collaboration skills.

This is a 20 hour/week position, with ability to be on-call for emergencies, with a FY26 pay range of $34.60/hour to $45.41/hour. Benefit eligible. Position open until filled with a rolling review of resumes as received. Interested candidates should send letter of interest and resume in one .PDF document and a completed town of Stow job application to careers@stow-ma.gov. For the full job description, please visit our website at www.stow-ma.gov.

The town of Stow is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or any other protected status.