Director of Information Technology

Grand Canyon University Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Grand Canyon University Inc. seeks a Director of Information Technology to oversee university technology applications and business systems.

You will evaluate proposed applications for compatibility, data governance, and enterprise integration, while shaping lifecycle management and modernization planning. You will lead cross‑functional collaboration with departments, stakeholders, and external providers, driving data governance, licensing analyses, and total cost of ownership optimization to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, information systems, computer science, business, or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in IT, business systems analysis, application management, or related technology services.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a leadership or management role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee management, evaluation, and optimization of university technology applications and business systems.
• Coordinate and prioritize app development, enhancements, and integrations with stakeholders.
• Lead application governance, data quality, and reporting requirements.
• Perform business and financial analysis of applications (cost, ROI, TCO).

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder coordination

Data governance

Enterprise applications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in information technology / information systems / computer science / business

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

## Director of Information TechnologyApply: AZ Phoenix: Full time: Posted Today: R000069613**Primary Responsibilities /Accountabilities/ Essential Functions:*** Oversee the ongoing management, evaluation, and optimization of university technology applications and associated business systems. * Evaluate proposed applications for compatibility with existing systems, data governance requirements, and enterprise integration strategies prior to project approval.* Analyze application data and integration requirements, including compatibility with Microsoft Fabric and other enterprise data platforms.* Provide ongoing application lifecycle management, including functional roadmaps, system enhancements, utilization, and modernization planning.* Serve as a primary liaison between university departments, application owners, stakeholders, and technology service providers.* Coordinate and prioritize approved application development, enhancement, and integration requests with GCE and other technology service providers.* Support application-level data governance, data quality, integrity, accessibility, and institutional reporting requirements.* Perform business and financial analysis of applications, including licensing, utilization, total cost of ownership, return on investment, and cost optimization.* Lead application steering activities in coordination with business owners and stakeholders to align ongoing decisions with institutional priorities.* Other duties as assigned. **Equipment Used and Responsibility*** Enterprise application and database platforms* Business intelligence, analytics, and reporting software* Product management and business analysis platforms* Financial analysis and technology management software* Microsoft Office 365 **Supervisory Responsibilities**Supervise assigned technology personnel and student workers. Coordinate application management and service delivery activities with university departments and external technology providers. **Experience/ Education*** Bachelor’s degree in information technology, information systems, computer science, business, or related discipline from an accredited institution.* Minimum 5 years’ experience in IT, business systems analysis, application management, or related technology services.* Minimum 3 years’ experience in a leadership or management role.* Experience with enterprise applications, data integration, stakeholder coordination, and cross-functional technology initiatives.* Experience with technology cost analysis, data governance, and product management preferred.* Must pass preemployment background investigation. **Physical Requirements:*** Sitting: 6-7 hours a day* Standing: 1-2 hours a day* Walking: 1-2 hours a day* Lifting: Occasionally* Carrying: Rarely* Pushing: Rarely* Bending: Rarely* Squatting: Rarely* Kneeling: Rarely* Climbing: Rarely* Reaching: Occasionally* Grasping: Frequently* Fine Eye to Hand Coordination: Continuously* Driving: Occasionally* Work Environment: Office building on site. Branches are primarily outside, subject to variations in temperature and weather, equipment noise and dust.### About UsGCU's Christian worldview has shaped the university's mission and growth for more than 65 years. As a Christ-centered higher education institution, GCU integrates faith, learning and work to connect the GCU community with distinct Christian principles and strong central values. The University values diversity among its students, faculty and staff, and invites applications from all qualified individuals, including minorities, females, individuals with disabilities and veterans. At GCU, working professionals may find their purpose in ways marked by compassion, service, integrity and concern for the common good.Employment is contingent upon the satisfactory outcome (as determined by the university) of pre-employment screening activities, including a background check.For assistance with your job application please use our External Candidate Job Application Guide.All staff and faculty candidates will be asked to review GCU’s Staff or Faculty expectations as part of the application process.