Yale University
IT Director, Enterprise Architecture
Yale University, New Haven, Connecticut, us, 06540
University Job TitleDirector, IT
Bargaining UnitNone - Not included in the union (Yale Union Group)
Time TypeFull time
Duration TypeRegular
Compensation GradeGS-5
Compensation Grade ProfileGS-5r
Wage RangesClick here to see our Wage Ranges
Searchable Job FamilyComputing and Information Systems
Total # of hours to be worked:37.5
Work WeekStandard (M-F equal number of hours per day)
Work LocationCentral Campus
Worksite Address150 Munson StreetNew Haven, CT 06511
Position Focus:The Director of Enterprise Architecture (EA) is an experienced leader and effective communicator. They lead the EA practice to align IT services with the university’s mission, enhance operational efficiency, and drive change. The Director is a consensus builder who can navigate competing interests to develop design standards that work in a widely distributed technology environment. The EA team collaborates closely with business stakeholders, IT architects and technologists in departments across the university. The Director oversees the daily operations and strategic direction of EA, focusing on these key areas:
Develop and implement an IT architecture strategy to optimize IT investments and ensure that architectural standards meet the evolving needs of Yale’s mission.
Consult with university partners to support digital transformations of university capabilities and selection of appropriate technologies.
Engage in annual portfolio planning to validate resource allocation and improve project success rates through alignment to architectural strategy, and selection of appropriate technologies.
Collaboratively establish and champion architectural standards, principles, reference models, and guidance to accelerate effective IT solution design and development.
Lead EA governance that is inclusive of all university stakeholders to ensure alignment with architecture strategy, principles, standards, and best practices.
Plan, define, deliver, and measure EA services such as application and technology portfolio management, roadmaps, and capability mapping.
Develop EA talent, support vendor management, and stay abreast of emerging technologies to maintain a competitive edge.
Manage disaster recovery policies and services to ensure infrastructure and system resilience.
Evangelize the value of Enterprise Architecture broadly and build strong relationships with champions and stakeholders.
Essential Duties
Establishes departmental goals and objectives, policies and procedures, functions with autonomy.
Manages the accountability and stewardship of human, financial and often physical resources in compliance with department and university strategic goals and objectives.
Communicate effectively; create clear and coherent written materials; ability to influence the direction of services, systems, or project/s.
May function as an advisor to department and/or university leadership.
May manage several large and complex projects simultaneously.
Collaborates with senior leadership to determine overall staffing levels to meet business objectives; responsible for managing budgets and/or financial risk.
Collaborates with department and/or university leadership to develop and implement strategic and operational goals, objectives and fiscal strategy and controls.
Required Education and ExperienceBachelor's Degree and ten years of experience or equivalent education and experience.
Required Skill/Ability 1:Demonstrated experience in developing enterprise-wide architecture and architectural practices to support organizational strategies and priorities. Demonstrated experience in the design, planning, implementation, and management of the evolution of enterprise-scale IT solutions over time.
Required Skill/Ability 2:Demonstrated experience working in a matrixed environment and leading IT initiatives that cross traditional departmental boundaries.
Required Skill/Ability 3:Expert ability to facilitate meetings with senior leaders and stakeholders.
Required Skill/Ability 4:Proven ability to lead and manage staff. Proven ability to act as a trusted advisor.
Required Skill/Ability 5:Comprehensive analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Comprehensive interpersonal, written, communication, consulting, presentation, and organizational skills.
Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:Demonstrated experience with EA frameworks, tooling, and data to engage a federated group of practitioners in delivering EA services. Demonstrated experience leading large-scale IT implementations in the complex cultural, political, and technical university environment or equivalent organization.
Weekend Hours Required?Occasional
Evening Hours Required?Occasional
Drug ScreenNo
Health ScreeningNo
Background Check RequirementsAll candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check.
Health RequirementsCertain positions have associated health requirements based on specific job responsibilities. These may include vaccinations, tests, or examinations, as required by law, regulation, or university policy.
Posting DisclaimerThe intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments.
EEO Statement:University policy is committed to affirmative action under law in employment of women, minority group members, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. Additionally, in accordance with Yale’s Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment, and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual’s sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran.
Inquiries concerning Yale’s Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment may be referred to the Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility (OIEA).
NoteYale University is a tobacco-free campus.
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Bargaining UnitNone - Not included in the union (Yale Union Group)
Time TypeFull time
Duration TypeRegular
Compensation GradeGS-5
Compensation Grade ProfileGS-5r
Wage RangesClick here to see our Wage Ranges
Searchable Job FamilyComputing and Information Systems
Total # of hours to be worked:37.5
Work WeekStandard (M-F equal number of hours per day)
Work LocationCentral Campus
Worksite Address150 Munson StreetNew Haven, CT 06511
Position Focus:The Director of Enterprise Architecture (EA) is an experienced leader and effective communicator. They lead the EA practice to align IT services with the university’s mission, enhance operational efficiency, and drive change. The Director is a consensus builder who can navigate competing interests to develop design standards that work in a widely distributed technology environment. The EA team collaborates closely with business stakeholders, IT architects and technologists in departments across the university. The Director oversees the daily operations and strategic direction of EA, focusing on these key areas:
Develop and implement an IT architecture strategy to optimize IT investments and ensure that architectural standards meet the evolving needs of Yale’s mission.
Consult with university partners to support digital transformations of university capabilities and selection of appropriate technologies.
Engage in annual portfolio planning to validate resource allocation and improve project success rates through alignment to architectural strategy, and selection of appropriate technologies.
Collaboratively establish and champion architectural standards, principles, reference models, and guidance to accelerate effective IT solution design and development.
Lead EA governance that is inclusive of all university stakeholders to ensure alignment with architecture strategy, principles, standards, and best practices.
Plan, define, deliver, and measure EA services such as application and technology portfolio management, roadmaps, and capability mapping.
Develop EA talent, support vendor management, and stay abreast of emerging technologies to maintain a competitive edge.
Manage disaster recovery policies and services to ensure infrastructure and system resilience.
Evangelize the value of Enterprise Architecture broadly and build strong relationships with champions and stakeholders.
Essential Duties
Establishes departmental goals and objectives, policies and procedures, functions with autonomy.
Manages the accountability and stewardship of human, financial and often physical resources in compliance with department and university strategic goals and objectives.
Communicate effectively; create clear and coherent written materials; ability to influence the direction of services, systems, or project/s.
May function as an advisor to department and/or university leadership.
May manage several large and complex projects simultaneously.
Collaborates with senior leadership to determine overall staffing levels to meet business objectives; responsible for managing budgets and/or financial risk.
Collaborates with department and/or university leadership to develop and implement strategic and operational goals, objectives and fiscal strategy and controls.
Required Education and ExperienceBachelor's Degree and ten years of experience or equivalent education and experience.
Required Skill/Ability 1:Demonstrated experience in developing enterprise-wide architecture and architectural practices to support organizational strategies and priorities. Demonstrated experience in the design, planning, implementation, and management of the evolution of enterprise-scale IT solutions over time.
Required Skill/Ability 2:Demonstrated experience working in a matrixed environment and leading IT initiatives that cross traditional departmental boundaries.
Required Skill/Ability 3:Expert ability to facilitate meetings with senior leaders and stakeholders.
Required Skill/Ability 4:Proven ability to lead and manage staff. Proven ability to act as a trusted advisor.
Required Skill/Ability 5:Comprehensive analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Comprehensive interpersonal, written, communication, consulting, presentation, and organizational skills.
Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:Demonstrated experience with EA frameworks, tooling, and data to engage a federated group of practitioners in delivering EA services. Demonstrated experience leading large-scale IT implementations in the complex cultural, political, and technical university environment or equivalent organization.
Weekend Hours Required?Occasional
Evening Hours Required?Occasional
Drug ScreenNo
Health ScreeningNo
Background Check RequirementsAll candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check.
Health RequirementsCertain positions have associated health requirements based on specific job responsibilities. These may include vaccinations, tests, or examinations, as required by law, regulation, or university policy.
Posting DisclaimerThe intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments.
EEO Statement:University policy is committed to affirmative action under law in employment of women, minority group members, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. Additionally, in accordance with Yale’s Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment, and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual’s sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran.
Inquiries concerning Yale’s Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment may be referred to the Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility (OIEA).
NoteYale University is a tobacco-free campus.
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