CampusWorks, Inc Hiring for Chief Information Officer​/CIO at NY New York Full Time

Location: City of Hudson

Campus Works is seeking a transformational leader to serve as the next Chief Information Officer for our client in the Hudson, NY area.

The Chief Information Officer (CIO) is responsible for aligning IT strategy with institutional goals, leveraging technology for innovation and efficiency in higher education, and developing broad relationships with the campus community. They oversee all aspects of IT planning, budgeting, and support, requiring a deep understanding of the institution’s operations and technical expertise to lead and coordinate IT teams effectively. The CIO leads the entire IT team comprised of both remote and on-campus team members.

Together, they develop and implement IT infrastructure and best practices to improve IT services and practices for an organization seeking to enhance IT and operational maturity, build a high-performing IT team, and align IT strategy with institutional goals. Proficiencies in IT governance, leadership, change management, and stakeholder relations are crucial for success in this pivotal role.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with senior management, business and academic units, and technology vendors to earn trust and alignment between the IT function and the rest of the institution.
• Lead IT planning and alignment by developing and executing a comprehensive IT Strategic Plan.
• Ensure IT initiatives, projects, and funding are approved and prioritized by establishing an effective IT governance structure that includes relevant business, academic, and student representation.
• Function as a good steward of the institution’s budgets and resources ensuring optimal return on investment.
• Provide leadership for competitive technology procurements, vendor negotiations, and vendor partnerships by managing IT vendors’ and service providers’ contracts and delivery on behalf of the institution.
• Develop and recommend information technology policies to ensure the appropriate acquisition, use, security, and cost-effective application of technology.
• Lead the IT department, overseeing technology infrastructure, systems, enterprise applications, and the user experience through help desk and service desk support.
• Ensure the security and integrity of all IT systems and data, implementing robust cybersecurity measures.
• Research and evaluate new technologies to be used as enhancements or upgrades to existing server, network, and other IT infrastructure equipment.
• Stay current on the latest IT trends and best practices, continuously seeking opportunities to improve the institution’s technological capabilities.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, business, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience working in senior IT management, at Director level or above.
• 5+ years in a college or university environment.
• Knowledge of higher education technologies and systems.
• Experience with, and a broad understanding of, higher education challenges and the application of technology solutions in resolving those challenges.
• Demonstrated leadership traits and highly effective oral and written communication skills.
• Experience in leading diverse groups to an agreed upon outcome that is aligned with the best interest of the institution.
• Demonstrated agility to respond to changing institutional priorities.
• Ability to lead an organization through change and transformation.
• Ability to lead people and foster an environment of positive employee engagement and trust throughout the organization.

Preferred:

• Experience as a CIO or CTO.
• Master’s degree.
• ITIL certification.
• PMP certification.
• CompTIA ITF+, A+, Network+, and Server+ certifications.
• Experience with higher education specific software and programs (Banner ERP, Canvas LMS, Extreme/Cisco networks, Microsoft servers, VMWare, etc.).

$150,000 – $185,000 a year

The estimated base salary range for this job is $150,000 – $185,000. The range represents a good faith estimate of the range that Campus Works reasonably expects to pay for this job at the time of the job posting. The actual salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training;

licensure and certifications; required travel; and other business, contractual, and organizational needs.

This job is also eligible to participate in Campus Works’ annual profit-sharing program, which reflects Campus Works’ pay for performance philosophy. The job is also eligible to participate in Campus Works’ generous benefit offerings, which include medical, dental and vision coverage, 401k retirement plan, and other health and wellness plans.

The salary range information provided is in accordance with applicable state and local laws regarding salary transparency that are currently in effect and may be implemented in the future.

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