IT Director — Higher Ed Tech Strategy & Operations

University of Georgia; Kentucky; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia seeks an IT Manager to lead the College of Environment and Design's information technology strategy and operations. You will direct infrastructure, security, classroom technology, and user support while partnering with EITS and university leadership to advance teaching, research, and outreach.

With a strong background in strategic planning, budgeting, and team leadership, you will mentor IT staff and oversee procurement, compliance, and technology initiatives across

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field with 10 years of experience, including 3 years in a supervisory role.
• Preferred: Master’s degree in IT, IS, Higher Ed Admin, or related field.
• Experience managing IT operations in higher education and with design software, GIS, visualization, CAD/BIM.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic technology leadership and align IT with instructional, research, outreach, and admin priorities.
• Oversee IT operations, infrastructure, security, and service delivery; liaison with EITS on security/compliance.
• Lead budget, procurement, asset management, and staff development; recruit and retain talent.
• Collaborate with faculty to support teaching, learning, and research through technology.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Cybersecurity

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 10 years exp

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

GIS

CAD/BIM

Visualization technologies

Job description

The University of Georgia seeks an IT Manager to lead the College of Environment and Design's information technology strategy and operations. You will direct infrastructure, security, classroom technology, and user support while partnering with EITS and university leadership to advance teaching, research, and outreach.

With a strong background in strategic planning, budgeting, and team leadership, you will mentor IT staff and oversee procurement, compliance, and technology initiatives across