Deputy Chief Information Officer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

CalPERS retirement system

15 paid holidays

Job summary

California State University, Fresno seeks an Associate Vice President/Deputy CIO to lead the IT organization and drive the technology strategy in alignment with university priorities. This senior role requires broad executive leadership, governance, and cross-functional collaboration across academic and administrative units.

Responsibilities include overseeing operations, driving portfolio prioritization, and delivering measurable value through technology initiatives and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, MIS, or related field.
• Five years of progressively responsible leadership experience in technology.
• Proven experience leading large-scale projects and cross-functional teams.
• ITIL Foundations certification required at minimum.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership continuity for the IT division and act as senior adviser to the VP/CIO.
• Drive technology strategy, governance, and portfolio prioritization across the university.
• Oversee IT operations, capacity planning, and stakeholder engagement.
• Align technology investments with academic and administrative priorities to deliver measurable value.

Skills

Executive leadership

IT governance

Portfolio management

Strategic planning

Stakeholder engagement

Team development

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/related field

ITIL Foundations certification

Master's degree preferred

Job description

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.

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.