Columbia University - New York, NY
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The Chief Technology Officer (CTO) plays a pivotal role in the Office of Alumni and Development (OAD) at Columbia University, reporting directly to the Deputy Vice President for Administration. This position is crucial for ensuring that OAD meets its goals and objectives through effective technology utilization. The CTO is tasked with providing vision and leadership in the strategic planning and budgeting for all technology-related aspects within OAD. This encompasses a wide range of responsibilities, including overseeing OAD-wide information systems, ensuring information security, managing database development and accessibility, and handling all telecommunication systems and audio-visual equipment. The CTO will also be responsible for the integration of technology within the community, ensuring that all technological initiatives align with the overall mission of the department. In addition to strategic oversight, the CTO will prioritize, execute, and reconcile major OAD projects, collaborating with other senior leaders to evaluate various initiatives. The role requires a strong understanding of IT systems and infrastructure, coupled with a strategic and business-oriented mindset. The CTO will establish and communicate a technology roadmap, develop IT objectives that align with departmental and community goals, and mentor the technology team to ensure high levels of customer service and integrity. The CTO will also manage a technology budget, oversee services related to technology infrastructure, and partner with various teams to understand their technical needs. This includes serving as the principal liaison for OAD on technology issues, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring compliance with university policies. The CTO will engage with key administrative leaders and constituents throughout the university community, forge relationships with central administrative units, and benchmark technology usage against peer Ivy League institutions. The role may also involve exploring new technological opportunities in collaboration with the Executive Director for Emerging Technologies, as well as performing other duties as assigned.