Associate Vice President/Deputy Chief Information Officer

$150,000 - $180,000/Yr

California State University - Fresno, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Fresno, CA

Educational Services

About the position

The Associate Vice President/Deputy Chief Information Officer at California State University, Fresno, is a leadership role responsible for overseeing the technology organization and its day-to-day operations. Reporting to the Chief Information Officer, this position plays a crucial role in developing and executing the IT strategic plan, collaborating with various stakeholders across the university, and providing technology guidance and leadership. The Deputy CIO will also supervise the Project Management Office and the Enterprise Applications and Information Systems team, ensuring effective planning and execution of technology projects that support academic and business functions.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight of the technology organization.
• Participate in the development and execution of the IT strategic plan.
• Serve as chief of staff to the CIO and collaborate with campus technology governance structures.
• Act as a business relationship manager across all levels of the university.
• Direct supervision of the Project Management Office and Enterprise Applications and Information Systems team.
• Improve operational efficiency, service delivery, and information management across the IT organization.
• Drive culture and technology change in a dynamic environment.
• Manage multiple tasks and projects under competing deadlines.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, management information systems, or a related field.
• Five or more years of experience in leadership positions within a technology organization.
• Proven experience in executing and delivering large organizational projects.
• Strong experience in a customer-service-oriented role in a fast-paced environment, preferably in technology and higher education.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree in technology, business, or a related field.
• Project Management or Change Management certification.
• ITIL Expert certification or ITIL Foundations certification.
• Experience working in a union environment and managing union employees.
• Experience in higher education and/or large corporate environments.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS).
• Sick and vacation time.
• 15 paid holidays a year.
• Participation in the fee waiver education program.