Associate Vice President for Information Technology / Chief Information Officer

AGB Search; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a strategic technology leader to enhance IT vision and operations. This vital role involves overseeing the implementation of enterprise IT systems, improving service quality and cost-effectiveness, and leading a talented team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in computer operations, particularly in higher education, and will be adept at strategic planning and user needs assessment. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the technology landscape at a community college, driving innovation and efficiency in a collaborative environment. If you are passionate about technology and leadership, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in computer operations, with 3 years in senior management.
• Experience with IT planning and system design/implementation.

Responsibilities

• Establish and direct planning and implementation of enterprise IT systems.
• Lead strategic planning and administration of information technology.

Skills

IT planning

system design/implementation

management of technical personnel

strategic planning

user needs assessment

Ellucian Banner

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Enterprise-wide systems

Information systems management tools

Job description

Community College of Philadelphia (CCP) is seeking a strategic, collaborative, and highly experienced technology leader to bring a holistic IT vision to its campus and support the variety of technology needs that the institution is currently addressing. Reporting to the Vice President for Business and Finance (VP, BF), the AVP, IT/CIO (AVP, IT) establishes and directs the planning and implementation of enterprise IT systems in support of business operations in order to improve cost effectiveness, service quality and business development, while providing leadership for the overall effectiveness and operations of the ITS division.

The ideal candidate will bring seven years of experience in all phases of computer operations and three years of senior management experience in computer operations, with a preference for higher education experience. They will also have experience with IT planning, system design/implementation and management of technical personnel, experience leading strategic planning and administration of information technology, and the ability to define user needs, develop and implement information systems and develop staff. They will have experience using an enterprise-wide system, with a preference for experience using Ellucian Banner or a similar system.

NOMINATIONS AND APPLICATIONS

The Search Committee will begin a review of applications in November and continue work until an appointment is made. To assure full consideration, application materials should be received by December 27, 2024 and must include a letter of interest stating how the candidate’s experiences and qualifications connect with the required/preferred characteristics and priorities expressed in the position profile; a curriculum vitae/résumé; and five professional references with emails, telephone numbers, and a description of the candidate’s professional relationship with each reference listed. References will not be contacted without prior authorization from the applicant.

To submit nominations, or should you have any trouble applying for this position, please contact [e-mail].

Community College of Philadelphia is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, status as a Vietnam Era Veteran or disabled veteran or any other status protected by law, in matters pertaining to employment.