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Job Description:

Primary Function: Responsible for the strategic direction, management, and execution of all information technology (IT) resources and initiatives; serves as a member of the President's Cabinet; leads the IT department in supporting the institution's mission of education, research, and community service by ensuring the effective use of technology across all academic and administrative functions; provides leadership to the IT units of the department, which include Administrative Information Systems, Client Services, Educational Technology and Media Services, Information Security, and Network & Infrastructure Services; responsible for the overall technology strategy, ensuring the alignment of IT initiatives with the university's mission and goals; collaborates with university leadership, faculty, and staff to identify and address technology needs and opportunities; develops and implements policies and procedures related to IT; leads, mentors, and manages the IT department, including budgeting, staffing, and performance evaluation; oversees IT projects from inception through completion, ensuring timely and successful delivery; and ensures the security, reliability, and compliance of IT systems, data, and infrastructure.

Required Qualifications: Master's degree; at least 10 years of information technology experience; strategic planning, project management, and budget management experience; excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with all stakeholder groups; and excellent organizational and leadership skills required.

Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in information technology, educational technology, computer science, business administration (MBA) or related field; and experience in a higher education environment preferred.

Position Details:

Job Category: Professional and Scientific

Type of Position: Annual

Service Schedule: Calendar Year

Application Instructions:

All application materials must be submitted by January 6, 2025, to be considered for this position. To apply for this position, please click on "Apply" and complete the Employment Application. The following materials must be attached when applying:

1) Resume
2) Cover Letter

You will be presented with the opportunity to attach multiple documents when completing the application. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL required materials listed above have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes. If you have questions regarding this application process, please email careers-support@uni.edu or call 319-273-2422.

Compensation:

$190,000 to Commensurate

Pay Grade: 126

Pay Basis: Salary

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