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Rogue Community College

Chief Information Officer

Rogue Community College, Salem, Oregon, United States,


JOB POSITION DESCRIPTION Position Title:

Chief Information Officer Classification:

Managerial/Supervisory Work Location:

All Campuses Overtime Eligible:

Exempt Division:

Operations & Finance Department:

Operations & Finance Reports To:

Vice President, Operations and Finance Supervision Received:

Works under the direction of the Vice President, Operations & Finance/CFO. Supervisory Responsibility:

Supervises Management, Administrative/Confidential, Faculty, Classified, Student, Volunteer, and/or Temporary Staff of assigned department(s). Position Summary:

Reporting to the Vice President of Operations and Finance, the Chief Information Officer (CIO) is responsible for providing leadership and management to the units of the Information Technology Services and is responsible for system-wide planning, management, security, and coordination of the technology resources of Rogue Community College. The CIO represents the College in information technology-related matters with federal and state agencies, corporate entities, and other institutions of higher education. The CIO is responsible for the management of the enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, file storage and networking infrastructure, information security, instructional technologies, technical training and maintenance, user support services, the College’s open-access computer labs, and policy development regarding information services for students, faculty, and staff. The CIO oversees the review and analysis, coordination, and recommendation to the Vice President of Operations and Finance of computer-related purchases and upgrades and ensures that new applications and technologies are compatible with existing systems and are appropriately integrated into the College’s enterprise architecture. The CIO provides leadership and supervision of staff, budget oversight and development, administrative and academic support, and strategic planning and implementation for areas of responsibility. Additionally, the position supports education by providing college-wide technology that promotes student success and excellence. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Department Administration:

Ensures the success of the Department. Coordinates the development of goals and objectives, reviewing and approving department plans, designing systems of effective control to achieve expected outcomes, and evaluating progress towards goal accomplishment in IT, consistent with and supporting of the institutional mission of RCC and Division of Operations and Finance. Creates a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures and backgrounds. Provides department oversight to ensure accreditation and compliances are met regarding college information technology and provides related leadership on institutional campus councils and committees. Provides leadership and direction in the development of accreditation reports and unit self-studies for the department. Coordinates the delivery of essential IT services by organizing the various units of IT in a logical, non-duplicative, and effective manner that best meets the work requirements and mission of the department and the needs of the College and establishing appropriate policies and procedures that promote a strong service – orientation to students, faculty, and staff. Develops long–range professional development plans and goals in support of the College’s mission and in accordance with good management practices, policies, and collective bargaining agreements. Responsible for department operational compliance with federal, state, and local governing authorities that relate specifically to IT and Oregon Community Colleges. Develops an effective and efficient staff by hiring qualified applicants in collaboration with the VP of Operations and Finance, training personnel to departmental standards, assigning work appropriate to employees’ capabilities, evaluating performance, and recommending dismissal in accordance with established procedures and bargaining agreements. Information Technology:

Facilitates the development of an overall plan for the maintenance and operations of facilities. Supports other departments and individuals with issues, questions, and support of all delivered services, promotes open and viable channels of communication with all College constituents and advises deans, department heads, directors, and senior administrators about computer–related issues and concerns. Leads the evaluation of departmental requests and major software and hardware products for acquisition and integration into the College’s enterprise architecture. Develops proposals, presentations, plans, and timelines for IT projects and manages priorities, equipment, and staff resources to ensure completion of projects within budget and timelines. Schedules downtime/maintenance windows when upgrading College systems and components and ensures effective communication with the campus community concerning any outages. Coordinates the preparation of the annual appropriation request for existing IT infrastructure and enterprise architecture based on data that identify and prioritize repair and replacements consistent with the IT master plan and assessing staffing and funding levels required to maintain or improve current operations, making recommendations to the Vice President for Operations and Finance. Maintains a quality Information Services operation, maximizing investment dollars by overseeing the preparation of bid specifications for technology purchases, obtaining the best pricing, and ensuring proper integration with the College’s enterprise architecture in accordance with the IT master plan. District Administrative:

Coordinates the development and implementation of the IT master plan including IT policies and procedures documents. Enhances working relationships with local, state, and national organizations and institutions of higher education by servicing as the College’s information technology representative and maintaining an open and regular dialogue with recognized leaders within the industry. Coordinates the development and submits to the VP of Operations & Finance all Board Policies, Administrative Policies, handbooks, and department manuals related to the area of responsibility. As assigned by the VP of Operations & Finance, provides for institutional service through participation and represents the college on various internal and external committees and/or councils. Cybersecurity and Reliability:

Serves as the Information Security Officer for RCC. Creates cybersecurity strategies, both short--term and long–term, in support of the College’s goals. Communicates risk and recommendations to mitigate risks to senior administration by communicating in non–technical, cost/benefit terms and in a format relevant to senior administrators so decisions can be made to ensure the security of information systems and information entrusted to the College. Plans for, manages, and ensures the availability of all services offered by managing disaster avoidance and recovery efforts caused by events like power outages, hardware failures, natural disasters, etc. Other Duties as Assigned:

Contributions to the overall success of the IT Department by performing all other duties and responsibilities as assigned. May participate in College committees as assigned. Engages in professional growth opportunities as assigned. Performs other duties as assigned. Institutional Expectations:

Demonstrates our core values of integrity, collaboration, diversity, equity, and inclusion, sustainability, and courage. Actively contributes to a culture of respect and inclusivity by collaborating effectively with students, colleagues, and the public from diverse cultural, social, economic, and educational backgrounds. Participates in recruitment and retention of students at an individual and institutional level in promotion of student success. Embraces and leverages appropriate technology to accomplish job functions. Provides high quality, effective service through learning and continuous improvement. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

This is a Managerial/Supervisory position in the Operations and Finance Department. Starting compensation will be based on Grade N of the salary schedule, in accordance with initial placement per the current Management, Administrative, and Confidential Employee Handbook. The compensation estimation below is based on the 24-25 salary schedule. Consideration of placement on the range will be provided based on related experience and educational achievement but generally not expected to exceed the midpoint of the range. The position will remain open until it is filled, with initial screening scheduled to begin on 11/7/2024. Applications received after the screening date are not guaranteed review. Documents required for submission include a cover letter and resume. Applications missing any of the required documents listed may be considered incomplete and ineligible for further review. RCC is committed to a culture of civility, respect, and inclusivity. We are an equal opportunity employer actively seeking to recruit and retain members of historically underrepresented groups and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community. CANDIDATES WITH DISABILITIES REQUIRING ACCOMMODATIONS AND/OR ASSISTANCE DURING THE HIRING PROCESS MAY CONTACT HUMAN RESOURCES AT 541-956-7329. ONLY FINALISTS WILL BE INTERVIEWED. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE NOTIFIED BY EMAIL AFTER FINAL SELECTION IS MADE. INTERVIEW COSTS ARE AT APPLICANT'S EXPENSE. FINAL CANDIDATE WILL BE REQUIRED TO SHOW PROOF OF ELIGIBILITY TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATES. FOR POSITIONS WITH A DEGREE REQUIRED, ONLY DEGREES RECEIVED FROM AN ACCREDITED INSTITUTION WILL BE ACCEPTED; ACCREDITATION MUST BE RECOGNIZED BY THE OFFICE OF DEGREE AUTHORIZATION, US DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION, AS REQUIRED BY ORS 348.609. Public Service Loan Forgiveness Rogue Community College is considered a qualifying public employer for the purposes of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, full-time employees working at the College may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan. Questions regarding your loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or to the US Department of Education. Rogue Community College does not discriminate in any programs, activities, or employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnicity, use of native language, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. For further policy information and for a full list of regulatory specific contact persons visit the following webpage: www.roguecc.edu/nondiscrimination.

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