Assistant Director, Enterprise Systems Applications, Data and Web Services

University of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 91,458 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Houston is seeking an Assistant Director of Enterprise Systems Applications, Data & Web Services to provide strategic and technical leadership for enterprise applications, data services, integrations, and web platforms that support university operations.

The role guides governance, architecture, and technical strategy, ensuring scalable, secure, and interoperable solutions while mentoring staff and collaborating with leadership and stakeholders to advance modernization and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in MIS, CS, or related field.
• 8+ years in enterprise systems, integrations, data services, web technologies.
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory or management experience overseeing technical staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for development, integration, and support of enterprise systems, data services, and web platforms.
• Establish architecture principles, development standards, integration approaches, and governance practices.
• Collaborate with leadership, stakeholders, and technical teams to align priorities and deliver solutions.
• Facilitate cross-functional initiatives and promote collaboration across applications, data services, and web technologies.
• Oversee enterprise application and integration architecture for scalability, interoperability, and maintenance.
• Oversee operational support for assigned enterprise applications and web services.
• Evaluate emerging technologies to support modernization and continuous improvement.
• Lead and mentor assigned staff and contribute to complex technical initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Governance

Enterprise architecture

Stakeholder collaboration

Project coordination

Mentorship

Security compliance

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in MIS/CS

Job description

Department:Enterprise Systems Salary:$91,458 - $110,000

Overview

The Assistant Director of Enterprise Systems Applications, Data & Web Services provides strategic and technical leadership for enterprise applications, data services, integrations, and web platforms that support university operations. The Assistant Director sets governance standards, guides enterprise architecture and technical strategy, and ensures solutions are scalable, secure, and interoperable. Also leads and mentors’ technical staff while collaborating with leadership, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to advance institutional priorities, modernization efforts, and operational continuity.

Duties

• Provides leadership and direction for the development, integration, and support of enterprise systems, including applications, data services, and web platforms
• Establishes and guides architecture principles, development standards, integration approaches, and governance practices to ensure scalable, secure, and sustainable enterprise solutions
• Collaborates with Enterprise Systems leadership, university stakeholders, and technical teams to align priorities, coordinate resources, and deliver solutions that support institutional and operational needs
• Facilitates cross-functional initiatives and promotes effective collaboration across applications, integrations, data services, and web technologies
• Oversees enterprise application and integration architecture to promote scalability, interoperability, maintainability, and operational efficiency
• Oversees operational support and continuity for assigned enterprise applications, integrations, and web services
• Evaluates emerging technologies and industry best practices to support modernization and continuous improvement initiatives
• Leads and mentors assigned staff, fostering professional growth, knowledge sharing, collaboration, and effective teamwork
• Provides advanced technical leadership and contributes directly to complex technical initiatives, system design decisions, troubleshooting, and high-impact problem resolution as needed
• Develops and promotes long-term technology strategies and enterprise standards for applications, integrations, data services, and web platforms
• Provides oversight and prioritization guidance across multiple enterprise technology initiatives and service areas
• Supports enterprise web standards, accessibility compliance, and digital experience initiatives across supported platforms

Marginal Duties

• Performs all other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in management information systems, computer science, or a related field

Experience:

• 8+ years of progressive experience in enterprise systems, applications, integrations, data services, web technologies, or related areas
• Minimum three (3) years of supervisory or management experience overseeing technical staff or enterprise technology functions

License/Certification:

• None Required

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting higher education enterprise systems and ERP environments
• Experience working within a collaborative IT organizational structure
• Experience with enterprise architecture, data warehousing, systems integrations, accessibility compliance standards, and enterprise web governance initiatives

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of enterprise application architecture, data management, and integration frameworks
• Knowledge of database systems, data warehousing, and business intelligence tools
• Knowledge of web application development and enterprise platforms
• Knowledge of industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in enterprise systems

Skills:

• Strong leadership, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Expertise in enterprise systems oversight, technical governance, project coordination, and operations
• Effective collaborator with technical and functional stakeholders
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Skills in leading technical teams and managing enterprise initiatives, including governance, cross-functional coordination, and complex system troubleshooting
• Experience supporting both operational and modernization efforts in a collaborative technology environment

Abilities:

• Ability to design and oversee complex enterprise system architectures and integrations
• Ability to lead and mentor technical staff in a collaborative environment
• Ability to coordinate and align multiple technical teams toward common goals
• Ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues and provide strategic solutions
• Ability to oversee and support the use of relational database technologies, query tools, and enterprise data solutions

Work Location and Physical Demands

Primary Work Location:

• Work in an office environment

Physical Demands:

• Work is performed in a typical interior work environment which does not subject the employee to any unpleasant elements; individual has discretion in relation to walking, standing etc., and has minimal exposure to physical risks
• Work is performed in a typical, comfortable interior office environment, with minimal exposure to unpleasant elements or physical risks
• Expected to always carry and respond to cell phone at all times
• May be asked to respond to problems or provide service after hours, including weekends and holidays
• Must have precise hand-eye coordination and spatial awareness
• Ability to distinguish colors may be required for certain tasks

All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.

The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.