Associate Vice President for Information Technology, Academic Technology and Institutional Learning

California State University, Fullerton; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 185,000 - 227,000; Full time

Job summary

California State University, Fullerton seeks an Associate Vice President for Information Technology, Academic Technology and Institutional Learning (AVPIT/ATIL) to lead IT Operations and academic technology initiatives. The role requires a master's degree and significant leadership in digital learning, with passion for inclusive teaching and data-informed decision making.

You will collaborate with faculty, administrators, and IT staff to advance student success and ensure reliable technology

Qualifications

• Master's degree in education, instructional technology, psychology, IT, quantitative methods, or closely related field.
• 7+ years of leadership in academic technology, instructional innovation, digital learning, or related areas in higher education.
• Experience supervising managers or directors in complex organizational settings.
• Proven ability to lead strategic planning, manage budgets, and allocate resources effectively.
• Strong understanding of pedagogy, instructional design, and accessible teaching practices.
• Demonstrated success collaborating with faculty, administrators, and IT stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with diverse audiences.

Skills

IT Leadership

Strategic Planning

Budget Management

Higher Ed Tech

Faculty Collaboration

Communication Skills

Equity & Inclusion

Change Management

Education

Master's degree

Tools

Canvas LMS

Data analytics tools

Job description

Associate Vice President for Information Technology, Academic Technology and Institutional Learning (AVPIT/ATIL)

Classification:

Administrator III

Department:

The Division of Information Technology (IT) strives to be a strategic, innovative, and best-in-class IT organization that provides a leading-edge technology environment for students, faculty, and staff to advance the University's mission, vision, and goals. We are seeking an exceptional individual to join our Information Technology Operations team as the Associate Vice President for Information Technology, Academic Technology and Institutional Learning (AVPIT/ATIL) (Administrator III). The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude, an active, energetic mind, and a leadership style that is characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to inclusivity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

Salary Range:

$16,600 - $20,300 per month

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Essential Qualifications:

A master's degree from an accredited college or university in education, instructional technology, psychology, information technology, quantitative methods, or a closely related field. At least seven years of progressively responsible leadership experience in academic technology, instructional innovation, digital learning, or related areas within higher education. Demonstrated experience integrating technology into teaching and learning environments, along with experience supervising managers or directors in complex organizational settings. Proven ability to lead strategic planning, manage budgets, and allocate resources effectively. Strong understanding of pedagogy, instructional design, and accessible and inclusive teaching practices. Demonstrated success collaborating with faculty, administrators, and IT stakeholders. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas to diverse audiences. Ability to foster a culture of innovation, assessment, data-informed decision-making, and continuous improvement.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to complete the background check satisfactorily may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Preferred Qualifications:

A doctorate (Ph.D., Ed.D., or equivalent terminal degree) in education, instructional technology, psychology, information technology, quantitative methods, or a closely related field. Experience leading instructional design teams, Learning Management System (LMS)/Canvas support, or faculty development programs, as well as experience evaluating academic programs, instructional initiatives, or technology-enhanced learning environments. Experience conducting or supervising research or assessment using advanced quantitative or analytical methods. A record of presenting at conferences, facilitating workshops, or leading faculty training. Knowledge of CSU systemwide academic technology initiatives, policies, and structures. Familiarity with emerging instructional technologies, AI-enhanced learning tools, immersive environments, and learning analytics. Demonstrated commitment to equity-minded pedagogy and student-centered learning. Experience working in a large public university or comparable higher-education institution.

Special Working Conditions:

Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator

Additional Information:

California State University, Fullerton is committed to fostering an environment where students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. We welcome individuals ready to make an impact on student and staff success to apply and become part of the Titan Community. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

Cal State Fullerton is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination based on regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or any other protected status.

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.

The scope of responsibilities for this position includes the making or participating in the making of decisions that may have a material financial benefit on the incumbent. Therefore, you will be required to file an initial "Conflict of Interest Form 700: Statement of Economic Interests" within thirty (30) days from date of hire and on an annual basis; and complete the CSU sponsored ethics on-line training within thirty (30) days of appointment, and at least once during each consecutive period of two calendar years following the appointment.

The person holding this position is considered a limited mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with the requirement outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017.

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) position under the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. CSAs are responsible for reporting allegations of Clery Act Crimes reported to them or that they witness. CSA training is required.

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.

Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool.

If you are applying for a staff position, please note that you are not eligible to work concurrently in a staff position and an Academic Student position such as a Graduate Assistant, Teaching Associate, Instructional Student Assistant, or Student Assistant position.

Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.

Employee/applicant who applies for a position may be required to successfully complete job-related performance test(s) as part of the selection process.

Online application/resume must be received by electronic submission on the final filing date by 9:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)/midnight (Eastern Standard Time). Applicants who fail to complete all sections of the online application form will be disqualified from consideration.

California State University, Fullerton is not currently sponsoring any new H-1B petitions for staff, management, or faculty positions.

Application Deadline:

Nov 05, 2026 (9:00 PM)