Vice President Information Technology & Chief Information Officer
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Job Title: Vice President Information Technology & Chief Information Officer
Reporting Relationship: Executive Vice President & Chief Innovation and Strategy Officer
Unit: Central Administration
Department: Enterprise Information Systems-Central Administration
Campus Location: Indianapolis Education Center, Indianapolis, IN
Summary of Position: The VP of IT & CIO’s primary role is to provide vision, leadership, strategic planning, and oversight for information technology and associated data throughout all functions and locations of Indiana Wesleyan University. In addition, the VP/CIO guides the progressive maturity of technology and data to enable students, faculty, staff, administrators, and community members to be freed from tasks that technology does well and empowered to achieve beyond what would otherwise be possible. This leader guides IWU’s process of applying technology and data analysis to enhance student learning, provide efficiencies for IWU operations, and increase data-informed decision-making. This forward-thinking, strategic leader oversees University Information Technology (UIT) while engaging with leaders, faculty, staff, and students in an integrated enterprise approach to workflow, process, data management, technology, and culture. The VP/CIO establishes innovative, agile, and flexible technology tools and services to support learning and discovery; coordinates enterprise-wide change management efforts; oversees the Enterprise Project Management Office (EPMO), and serves as an advisor and strategic partner in implementing IWU’s strategic plans related to technology and data. Through partnerships and alignment with the President’s Cabinet, the VP/CIO leverages technology and data to build business value and engage intentionally through strategic initiatives that differentiate IWU as a leader in Christian higher education. Critical to this role is the identification and leadership of innovative and emerging technology solutions implemented across the institution. This VP/CIO must have the ability to work collegially in the development of those initiatives. Must be an effective communicator to a broad range of constituencies is an essential requirement of this position. This VP/CIO must be able to identify and develop leaders within the IT organization.
Be an Industry Thought Leader
Develop and share a strategic vision for the department that supports university goals
Partner with university senior leaders to use data and digital tools for institutional growth
Collaborate with unit leaders to align data and resources for greater efficiency across IWU enterprise
Coordinate change management efforts related to technology, systems, and data
Oversee Enterprise Project Management Office activities to execute key initiatives
Ensure efficient delivery of information services to the university
Cultivate a culture of innovation and excellence
Develop and steward the IT budget and long-term financial planning to meet current and future technology needs
Through the university governance framework, work with units and executive leadership to prioritize IT projects, ensuring alignment and awareness across the university
Partner with units to review and simplify key business processes and workflows to foster enterprise alignment, simplify, gain efficiencies, and optimize the University’s IT investment and efforts
Foster positive customer interactions and continuously improve customer service practices for faculty, staff, and students
Recruit and continuously develop a high-performing IT team, with emphasis on collaboration, creativity and community
Facilitate IT participation on university committees
Prepare the university for new technology trends and educate stakeholders on their impact
Be an industry Thought Leader
Champion innovation and technologies to support the institutional mission
Represent the university in professional organizations; attain and maintain appropriate credentials pertinent to technology, project and change management, and higher education
Other duties as assigned
Staff employee supervisory responsibility, hires (making hiring decisions), oversees work (direct work activities), evaluates work (completes performance reviews/addresses performance concerns)
UIT Budget Coordinator
Information Security Officer
Enterprise Architect
Deputy CIO and Executive Director of Infrastructure and Enterprise Applications
Deputy CIO and Executive Director of Client and Engagement Services
Qualifications: According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.
Education
MS in Computer Science or related information technology field, or other relevant Masters degree
Significant experience in business theory application is required
Experience
Ten plus (10+) years of IT leadership experience working in a complex enterprise
Ability to work with colleagues from diverse communities and cultures
Experience in strategic planning and execution
Knowledge of higher education, business theory, processes, and operations
High-level understanding of data standards, IT hardware, software, and systems, both in-house and delegated services and support
Understanding of computer systems characteristics, features, and integration capabilities
Experience with systems design and development from current state, and business requirements analysis to implementation, integration, and ongoing management
Proven experience in IT planning, organization, project, and change management leadership
Experience in identifying and cultivating employees for career advancement
Required Skills
Collaborative leadership style
Commitment to diversity and equity
Innovative and forward-thinking
Experience with budget development and management
Strong negotiating and contract management skills
Analytical, evaluative, and problem-solving skills
Ability to explain technical information to non-technical people
Ability to apply technology to solve business problems
Team building and staff development skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a results-oriented environment
Excellent interpersonal skills, including written and oral communication
Understanding of project management principles
Experience in change management principles and techniques
Knowledge of and commitment to the organization’s goals and objectives
In-depth knowledge of IT-related laws and regulations
Proven leadership ability
Self-motivated and directed
Commitment to service excellence
Diversity Statement
IWU commits to create a community that reflects kingdom diversity. We will foster an intentional environment that exhibits honor, respect, and dignity. Acknowledging visible or invisible differences, our community authentically values each member’s earthly and eternal worth. We refute ignorance and isolation and embrace deliberate and courageous engagement.
LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER
As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Wesleyan Church, Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C., Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2).
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.
Advertised: 20 Dec 2024 Applications close: 20 Jan 2025
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