Community Technology Officer (CTO-in-Training) - $25/hour Part-time, flexible (10–20 hours/month)

Community Technology Officer (CTO-in-Training)

Technology Infrastructure & Support Lead

Organization: TechArts Empowerment Foundation

Location: Los Angeles County (HQ + mobile sites)

Reports To: Founder & Executive Director

Schedule: Part-time, flexible (10–20 hours/month)

Compensation: $25/hour

Role Overview

TechArts Empowerment Foundation is seeking a Community Technology Officer (CTO-in-Training) to support and strengthen the organization’s technology infrastructure across its headquarters and mobile STEAM classrooms.

This is a hands-on, service-oriented role focused on setting up, maintaining, and improving the systems that enable staff, instructors, and students to do their work effectively. The role emphasizes reliability, documentation, and support, with opportunities for growth as TechArts’ technology needs evolve.

This position is well suited for a university student, retiree, or community-minded technologist interested in nonprofit impact and long-term growth.

The candidate who accepts the role must reside in the Los Angeles area. The Community Technology Officer will have to be available to travel to the office, various parks, libraries, and community centers in the south bay region and Los Angeles county area.

Key Responsibilities

Internal Infrastructure (HQ)

• Set up and maintain laptops, desktops, printers, and basic networking
• Manage Google Workspace accounts, permissions, and shared drives
• Support basic cybersecurity, backups, and data organization
• Maintain clear documentation of systems and configurations

Mobile Classroom Infrastructure

• Prepare and maintain laptops, tablets, robotics kits, and peripherals
• Ensure equipment is workshop-ready for off-site programs
• Support connectivity and setup at mobile locations
• Track inventory and equipment condition

Help Desk Coordination

• Serve as the local technical point of contact
• Coordinate with international Executive Director and Operations staff supporting help desk functions
• Handle routine troubleshooting and escalate issues when needed
• Create simple user guides and troubleshooting documentation

Systems & Process Development

• Develop and maintain SOPs for device use, setup, and support
• Help standardize technology practices across programs and teams
• Identify small, practical improvements to strengthen reliability over time

Qualifications

• Comfort with computer setup, troubleshooting, and basic networking
• Familiarity with Google Workspace or similar platforms
• Ability to explain technical concepts clearly and patiently
• Organized, dependable, and service-oriented
• Alignment with TechArts’ mission and youth-centered values

Growth Opportunity

As TechArts grows, this role may expand to include broader technology planning and leadership responsibilities, with the potential to evolve into a Chief Technology Officer position based on organizational needs and mutual fit.

Email resume and a few sentences why you are interested to claude@techartsfoundation.org