Associate Vice President for Technological Innovation and Chief Information Officer

Barnard; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An esteemed educational institution in New York is seeking a technology leader to develop and implement an innovative tech strategy aligned with its strategic goals. The successful candidate will advise senior leadership on emerging trends and enhance operations through the responsible use of technology. This role requires a Bachelor’s degree and significant experience in information technology, along with strong leadership and communication skills. A commitment to improving service delivery within the educational context is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Leadership experience in information technology or digital strategy.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex technology organizations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead a comprehensive technology strategy.
• Advise leadership on emerging technology trends.
• Guide evaluation and adoption of emerging technologies.

Skills

Leadership in information technology

Digital strategy

Strong communication skills

Curiosity about emerging technologies

Collaboration across diverse groups

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Workday

ERP systems

Job description

* Develop and lead a comprehensive technology and technological innovation strategy aligned with Barnard’s *Bold History, Fearless Future* strategic plan.* Advise senior leadership on emerging technology trends, including artificial intelligence, and their implications for higher education.* Guide the responsible evaluation and adoption of emerging technologies, ensuring alignment with institutional values, governance, and data privacy standards.* Help define and advance Barnard’s approach to artificial intelligence, including opportunities to enhance operations, support teaching and learning, and improve service delivery.* Ensure technology solutions strengthen the daily experience of students, faculty, and staff by simplifying processes and improving access to services.* Identify opportunities where digital tools and automation can streamline workflows and reduce administrative burden.* Promote a service-oriented technology culture that prioritizes usability, responsiveness, and accessibility.* Encourage the thoughtful use of technology to remove operational friction and allow the community to focus on higher-value work.* Strategic leadership with the ability to translate emerging technology trends into institutional strategy.* Strong understanding of enterprise technology environments and digital innovation.* Demonstrated ability to work effectively in fast-paced environments with multiple priorities and stakeholders.* Strong ability to build relationships, influence without authority, and collaborate across diverse groups.* Ability to balance innovation with responsible governance and risk management.* Curiosity and openness to exploring new ideas, technologies, and approaches.* Strong communication skills and ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders.* Commitment to using technology to improve service, simplify work, and strengthen community experience.* Ability to navigate ambiguity and lead through evolving priorities while maintaining focus on institutional goals.* Bachelor’s degree required.* Leadership experience in information technology or digital strategy.* Demonstrated experience leading complex technology organizations or enterprise digital initiatives.* Demonstrated curiosity in, and adoption of, emerging technologies to support operations and experience.* Strong understanding of enterprise systems, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and data governance.* Advanced degree preferred.* Experience in higher education or a similarly complex organization.* Experience leading digital transformation initiatives.* Experience with enterprise platforms such as Workday or other ERP systems.