AVP, Information Technology and Chief Information Officer

Mount Royal University Career Services; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Calgary is seeking an AVP, Information Technology and CIO to provide strategic leadership for IT services. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in a large IT department, focusing on technology adoption and team engagement. This role involves overseeing enterprise systems, making impactful decisions, and collaborating with senior leadership to drive IT strategy and governance.

Benefits

Paid Vacation

Health and Dental Benefits

Pension

Free Recreation Centre Membership

Qualifications

• Demonstrated strategic leadership experience in a large IT department.
• Future-focused and agile, with experience in technology trends.
• Strong focus on team building and succession planning.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for setting the vision and leadership for effective application of IT.
• Lead strategy development and build partnerships for the University.
• Ensure planning, implementing, and maintaining of enterprise information systems.

Skills

Leadership

Team Building

Employee Engagement

Technologically Adept

Education

Advanced Academic Degree

Job description

AVP, Information Technology and Chief Information Officer

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Job Title

AVP, Information Technology and Chief Information Officer

Job Type

Permanent

Union

Management

Position Classification

MAVP Associate Vice-President

Salary Grade

FT or PT

Full-time

Hybrid Work

This position is ineligible

Position End Date (if applicable)

Location

MRU Main Campus - Calgary, AB T3E 6K6 CA (Primary)

About This Position

Reporting to the Vice President, Finance and Administration, the AVP Information Technology Services (ITS) and CIO is responsible for setting the vision, leadership, coordination and advocacy for the effective application of information technologies. They make decisions that have significant, broad implications for the management and operations of the entire University. The AVP ITS and CIO work closely with the Executive and Senior leadership to ensure ITS is planning, implementing and maintaining enterprise information systems to support academic research, student services, and business operations.

They lead strategy development, build partnerships, and coordinate a holistic ITS enterprise for the University. They are responsible for the overall success of the University’s ITS strategies, including investments in infrastructure, and project implementation. The AVP ITS and CIO provides University-wide ITS strategic planning and assessments to monitor and ensure effective enterprise information systems and services, including, but not limited to, network, infrastructure, security, project prioritization and management, implementation, shared information system interfaces, voice and data systems, disaster and data recovery, hardware/software acquisition, web services and system design. They lead governance for technology investment decisions and solution development/deployment, recommend policies and develop procedures to meet policy objectives, and provide guidance and leadership for technology adoption.

As the ideal candidate, you will bring demonstrated strategic leadership experience in a large IT department within a complex environment, preferably at a post-secondary institution. You are future-focused, agile, technologically adept, experienced in analyzing and implementing technology trends and industry best practices, and you respond quickly to keep up with trends or changes in the organization's needs. You are a people-first leader with strong focus on team building, motivation, employee engagement and succession planning. You have an advanced academic degree(s) and credentials including (but not limited to) computer and information science, educational technologies and business.

If you’re interested in applying to this opportunity, please email Paige Cameron (Associate, DHR Global) at [e-mail] with your CV and Cover Letter expressing your intent to apply.

We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents and others currently legally authorized to work in Canada will be given priority. Please note only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. After the close date, you can check on the status of your application through your Career Centre. New career opportunities arise frequently and are posted as they become available. Please check back often to view our latest postings on our Career Opportunities page.

If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify [e-mail] and we will work together on your accommodation request.

About MRU

Founded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. A student-focused undergraduate university built on teaching excellence, Mount Royal University is known for our top-calibre programs, high-quality teaching and learning experience, robust delivery of liberal education, scholarly teaching, experiential learning and undergraduate research. MRU serves approximately 15,782 students, including 11,752 full-time and 4,030 part-time learners. MRU offers 13 bachelor's degrees encompassing 37 majors across faculties such as Arts, Business, Communications, Health, Community & Education, and Science & Technology. MRU also boasts one of Canada's elite Aviation Accreditation Board International (AABI) accredited programs. With over 74% of its student body drawn from the local area, Mount Royal University primarily serves Calgary and its surrounding region. MRU is a diverse yet close community with over 1,800 employees. Mount Royal provides employees the support they need to lead and advance institutional goals. Learn more about MRU's Academic Plan and Strategic Plan.

What We Offer

Talented and committed employees are the driving force behind student success. We strive to be an employer of choice among Canadian post-secondary institutions. At MRU, we recognize that people are a combination of many intersecting identities; we work to cultivate an environment that welcomes the whole person, and harnesses the strength that is available in our diversity, creating a rich and inclusive workplace.

Investing in the learning and development of our employees benefits the individual and the University. A variety of services, resources and programs encourage a healthy, productive workplace. MRU offers a competitive total compensation package including learning/training paid by employer, paid vacation, winter holiday closure, personal days and a free membership in our fully equipped recreation centre. Positions over six months may also be eligible for health and dental benefits, pension, health and personal spending accounts, and disability benefits.

Our campus offers the convenience of a full medical clinic, dentist and pharmacy, as well as a variety of wellness services such as physiotherapists and massage therapists. Campus Recreation offers many activities, including personal training, fitness classes, climbing, aquatics, sports, tournaments and certifications for students, employees and the public.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Executive

Employment type

• Employment type

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Job function

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  Information Technology

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