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The California State University

Associate Vice President/Deputy Chief Information Officer

The California State University, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199


Associate Vice President/Deputy Chief Information Officer

Job no:

542577Work type:

Management (MPP)Location:

FresnoCategories:

MPP, At-Will, Full Time, Information Systems & TechnologyCompensation and BenefitsThe Anticipated Hiring Salary is

$150,000 - $180,000 per year

and is competitive and negotiable depending on the strength of qualifications. This is a CSU Management Personnel Plan (MPP) position.The CSU system provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), sick and vacation time, and 15 paid holidays a year. Eligible employees are also able to participate in the fee waiver education program.Job SummaryUnder the general direction of the Chief Information Officer, the Associate Vice President / Deputy Chief Information Officer provides leadership and oversees the day-to-day operations of the technology organization. The Deputy CIO actively participates in the development and execution of the IT strategic plan. In addition, the Deputy CIO will serve as chief of staff to the CIO and will effectively collaborate with the campus technology shared governance structures and serve as a business relationship manager in working across all levels and areas of the university with campus leadership and administration, deans, faculty, and students, to provide technology guidance, leadership, and direction.The incumbent will provide leadership and direct supervision to the Project Management Office and Enterprise Applications and Information Systems team. The Project Management Office serves as a resource to the campus for the planning and executing of technology projects. The incumbent is responsible for the strategic leadership and support functional academic and business areas such as Admissions, Records, Financial Aid, Advising and Degree Planning, Scheduling, Extended Education, Financial Management, Human Resources, Accounting Services, and Student Systems.Key QualificationsKnowledge of the principles and practices of effective leadership, motivation, and performance evaluation.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Expertise in IT strategic planning, IT governance formulation, and organizational change management.Proficient leadership capability with proven track record of successful team development and effective collaboration with all organizational levels.Ability to improve operational efficiency, service delivery and information management across the IT organization.Ability to effectively drive culture and technology change in a dynamic and complex operating environment.Expertise in project and portfolio management, budget planning, financial management and workforce management.Strong experience in a customer-service-oriented role in a fast-paced environment that is prone to change, preferably in a technology-related area and in higher education.Strong characteristics of integrity, excellence, discretion, team-orientation, service-orientation.Ability to analyze complex situations such as personnel or operational issues and to develop and implement corrective actions and strategies for department-wide success.Broad knowledge of current and emerging technologies, technology directions, and strategic application to business needs, including the ability to differentiate between a relevant trend and hype.Strong ability to initiate and manage multiple tasks and projects under competing deadlines and maintain flexibility in response to constantly shifting priorities.Ability to facilitate group participation, consensus building and foster employee development through coaching, counseling, and training.Exercise sound administrative judgment and initiative in the development of new methods and procedures and in the solution of difficult personnel problems.Ability to foster an inclusive workplace and work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and across organizational lines.Broad knowledge of enterprise applications and managing the teams that support enterprise applications.Education and ExperienceA Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in computer science, management information systems, or a related field of study.Five or more years of experience in leadership positions within a technology organization demonstrating progressive growth of responsibility, scope, and complexity.Proven experience in the execution and delivery of large organizational projects, managing cross-functional teams and influencing senior-level management and key stakeholders.Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesMaster’s degree in technology, business, or a related field.Demonstrated experience practicing IT Service Management in a leadership position.Project Management or Change Management certification.ITIL Expert certification is highly preferable; otherwise ITIL Foundations certification.Experience working in a union environment and managing union employees.Experience working in higher education and/or large corporate environments.Department SummaryTechnology Services will be a leader in providing effective technology and quality services and support that are integrated into the daily activities of the university community, advance teaching and learning, enhance productivity and safeguard information.Deadline & Application InstructionsApplications received by

December 1, 2024

will be given full consideration by the search committee. Applications received after that date will be forwarded at the request of the Hiring Manager and/or search committee.Please click “Apply Now” to complete the employment application for California State University, Fresno. Interested applicants must complete the application and attach the following: 1) their most recent resumé/vitae, 2) a cover letter that addresses their specific qualifications and interest, and 3) contact information for three professional references.California State University, Fresno is one of 23 campuses in the California State University System. The University's mission is to boldly educate and empower students for success through our values of Discovery, Diversity and Distinction.Equal Employment Opportunity InformationCalifornia State University, Fresno is committed to maintaining and implementing employment policies and procedures in compliance with applicable state and federal equal employment opportunity laws and regulations. Executive Orders 1096 and 1097 prohibit discrimination, harassment, and retaliation on the basis of a protected status: race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex (including gender identity), sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition and covered veteran status. Fresno State's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring, and retention. We are proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.Fresno State is a tobacco-free, smoke-free and vapor-free campus.

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