Chief Information Officer - FT

About the position

Under the general direction and supervision of the Vice President, Administrative Services & CFO, the Chief Information Officer (CIO) is responsible for leading the Information Technology Division. The CIO will play a pivotal role in leading SCC's technological future, developing and implementing IT strategies that align with the College's mission and strategic goals. The ideal candidate will possess a strong blend of technical expertise, business acumen, and excellent communication skills SCC's IT Division is responsible for a wide range of IT functions including networking and telecommunications, enterprise applications such as Ellucian Colleague, classroom technology, user support, and information security. In collaboration with SCC's Administrative team and faculty, the CIO provides essential technologies, data analytics, and support services to enhance teaching and learning ultimately supporting student success. The CIO is committed to improving the reliability and performance of core technologies, optimizing administrative systems, and leveraging modern technology solutions to elevate student services and streamline business processes. The CIO actively engages in discussions about technology and data governance, collaborating with students, faculty, staff, and other partnerships to explore innovative ways to utilize technology in support of SCC's mission and strategic goals. As a dedicated advocate for SCC's entire technology portfolio, the CIO facilitates IT governance, advises on significant IT investments, and recommends appropriate policies to manage data, technology, and information security risks. The CIO leads the IT division that maintains high-performance standards and empowers IT professionals to enhance their skills and contributions to the College. This full-time regular position requires travel to all SCC campuses and locations to perform the essential functions of College leadership responsibility as deemed necessary.

Responsibilities

• Drive SCC's IT strategy, encompassing cybersecurity, hardware and network management, software licensing, IT services, and technology acquisitions that are aligned with SCC's mission and strategic goals.
• Oversee daily IT operations, ensuring reliable and efficient technology services.
• Develop and manage the IT Division's budgets and financial resources.
• Oversee the planning, development, and implementation of software, hardware, and services ensuring alignment with institutional objectives.
• Manage IT vendor contracts and relationships, including the issuance of Requests for Proposal and the evaluation of such RFPs.
• Foster partnerships within all divisions of the College to understand the various needs and identify improvement opportunities.
• Explore and adopt innovative technologies to enhance teaching, learning, student success, and administrative processes.
• Establish and maintain data governance practices to ensure data quality, security, and accessibility.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate IT risks to protect SCC's assets and reputation.
• Identify, develop, and retain talented IT staff fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.
• Create, review, and maintain IT policies, procedures, and standards.
• Maintain a positive and engaging organizational environment by encouraging input, reflective and transparent communication, and compassion and respect toward the views and ideas of others.
• Actively participate in key committees, team meetings, and college community activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
• Five (5) years of progressive leadership and management experience in IT and/or Technology related fields.
• Strong leadership, management, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of the role of technology in enhancing teaching, learning, student success, and business practices.
• Demonstrated experience with developing and implementing strategic and financial IT plans.
• Experience in managing core infrastructure (networks, data centers, servers, security, and storage).
• Ability to critically review policies and procedures and provide input on developing/formulating operative procedures.
• Ability to meet the necessary travel requirements of the position.
• Ability to lift and carry up to (50) fifty pounds for short distances.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's Degree in a related field.
• Progressive leadership experience within a post-secondary educational institution or large-scale information technology operation.
• IT management experience including staff supervision and budgetary responsibility.

Benefits

• SCC BEN Dollars - Eligible Employees: Full-time status.
• Regular employees with an FTE of 0.75 or greater will be eligible for SCC Ben Dollars.
• All employees will be required to elect a health insurance option.