Associate Vice President/Deputy Chief Information Officer

California State University - Fresno; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

California State University, Fresno seeks an Associate Vice President and Deputy CIO to lead IT strategy, governance, and portfolio management. This senior role ensures alignment of technology with academic priorities and responsible stewardship of resources.

The position drives strategic planning, oversees operations, and communicates outcomes to leadership through dashboards and metrics, shaping the university's technology direction.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience at senior IT or MSP level with ability to coach and mentor staff.
• Knowledge of governance, budgeting and strategic IT planning.
• Experience aligning technology with academic and administrative priorities.
• ITIL Foundations certification required; PMP/CAPM preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic IT leadership and governance for the university.
• Drive portfolio prioritization, oversee IT operations and capacity planning.
• Ensure technology strategy aligns with academic and administrative goals.
• Report on metrics and dashboards to senior leadership.

Skills

Executive leadership

IT governance

Strategic planning

Portfolio management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or MIS

ITIL Foundations certification

Master's preferred

Job description

Associate Vice President/Deputy Chief Information Officer

Job No: 561284
Work Type: Management (MPP)
Location: Central California: Fresno
Categories: Bargaining Unit: MPP, Appointment Type: At-Will, Time Basis: Full Time, Job Search Category/Discipline: Information Systems & Technology

Associate Vice President/Deputy Chief Information Officer (Administrator III)

Compensation and Benefits

The anticipated salary hiring range is $150,000 - $180,000 per year and is commensurate with qualifications and experience. This is a CSU Management Personnel Plan (MPP) position.

The CSU system provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), sick and vacation time, and 15 paid holidays a year. Eligible employees are also able to participate in the fee waiver education program. A summary of benefit information can be found here.

Job Summary

Under the general direction of the Vice President and Chief Information Officer (VP/CIO), the Associate Vice President & Deputy CIO for Information Technology serves as the principal deputy and senior executive leader within the university's IT organization. This position provides leadership continuity for the division, acts on behalf of the VP/CIO on matters of institutional significance, and serves as a trusted voice on technology strategy, governance, innovation, and organizational direction.

The Associate Vice President & Deputy CIO is central to advancing the institution's technology vision - driving strategic planning and portfolio prioritization, overseeing IT operations and organizational capacity, and strengthening governance and stakeholder engagement across the university. In this role, the incumbent ensures that technology strategy is tightly aligned with academic and administrative priorities and that the university's investment in technology delivers measurable, mission-driven value.

Key Qualifications

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of effective leadership, motivation and performance evaluation; Ability to facilitate group participation, consensus building and foster employee development through coaching, counseling and training.
• Knowledge of business and human resources management principles involving position management, resource allocation, recruitment, and training.
• Knowledge of current and emerging technologies, technology directions, and strategic application to business needs to effectively drive culture and technology change in a dynamic and complex operating environment.
• Demonstrated executive technology leadership, with a proven ability to set strategic direction, align organizational capability with institutional priorities, and drive transformational change across a complex enterprise.
• Strong knowledge of IT governance, strategic planning, and portfolio management, coupled with the financial acumen to steward resources, manage enterprise-scale budgets, and optimize technology investments.
• Collaborative, inclusive leadership style grounded in integrity and service, with a demonstrated commitment to building high-performing, diverse teams in mission-driven environments.
• Ability to plan and source high-impact, enterprise-wide strategic programs and digital initiatives and keep leadership and stakeholders informed through metrics, portfolio dashboards, and regular reporting.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in computer science, management information systems, or a related field.
• Five years of progressively responsible leadership experience within a technology organization, with demonstrated growth in scope and complexity.
• Proven experience leading and delivering large-scale organizational projects, managing cross-functional teams, and influencing senior leadership and key stakeholders.
• Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) Foundations certification required at minimum.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in technology, business, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience practicing IT Service Management in a leadership role.
• Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM), or Change Management certification.
• ITIL Expert certification preferred.
• Experience working in higher education and/or union environments.

Department Summary

Technology Services is empowering Fresno State by strengthening strategic partnerships, elevating user-focused services, and fostering educational and research innovation.

Fresno State

California State University, Fresno is one of 22 campuses in the California State University System. The University's mission is to boldly educate and empower students for success through our values of Discovery, Diversity and Distinction. The current student population is more than 25,000, including a large percentage of students with diverse and culturally rich backgrounds. The University serves the San Joaquin Valley while maintaining deep involvement with the state, nation, and across the globe. Fresno State is a tobacco-free, smoke-free and vapor-free campus.

Metropolitan Fresno, with a multi-ethnic population of over 527,000, is located in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley. The campus is within driving distance of Yosemite, Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks, San Francisco, Los Angeles, the Monterey Peninsula, beaches, sailing, lakes, and numerous ski resorts. Fresno boasts one of the most reasonable housing markets in California and offers a wide array of locally grown fruits and produce.

Equal Employment Opportunity

California State University, Fresno is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, National origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered veteran status, or any other protected status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting the Human Resources Department at [phone].

Title IX

Please view the Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator at: https://www2.calstate.edu/titleix

Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act Notification

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act, the current Annual Security Report (ASR) is available for viewing at https://occr.fresnostate.edu/clery.html.

The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery Act crimes for Fresno State for the last three (3) calendar years. Paper copies are available upon request by emailing the Clery Director at [e-mail].

Under the Clery Act, this position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) depending upon the role on campus and/or job duties. If this position is identified by the Director of Clery Compliance as a CSA position, you will be notified via email and will be assigned the appropriate training in CSU Learn.

COVID19 Vaccination Policy

Per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, it is strongly recommended that all employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications. Questions may be sent to [e-mail].

Mandated Reporter Per CANRA (MPP ONLY if applicable)

The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Conflict of Interest (MPP ONLY if applicable)

The duties of this position will include participation in decisions that may have a material financial benefit to the incumbent. Therefore, the selected candidate will be required to file Conflict of Interest Form 700: Statement of Economic Interest when they first occupy the position, and on an annual basis, complete ethics training within 6 months of appointment, and attend this training every other year thereafter.

CSU Out of State Employment Policy

California State University, Office of the Chancellor, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1, 2022, the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

Background Check Information

Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with California State University, Fresno. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Fresno State has identified as sensitive.

Additional Information

Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant's current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

Fresno State is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions. (e.g. H1-B Visas)