Strategic IT Director - Higher Education Leader

EDUCAUSE; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

EDUCAUSE in Manhattan, Kansas seeks an IT Director for the College of Business Administration to develop and direct strategic IT plans, and to lead the college's technical systems and data platforms.

The role reports to the AVP for Academic IT and Research with dotted lines to the Dean, and will mentor IT staff, ensure operations align with policy, and drive improvements across college services. This holder will coordinate with central IT and manage budgeted resources.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and 10 years of relevant IT experience.
• Master's degree in computer science or related IT field preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, and team management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and direct strategic IT plans for the College of Business Administration.
• Lead IT operations, security posture, and compliance with policies and standards.
• Manage IT staff/resources and coordinate with central IT and college leadership.
• Provide IT leadership to support college strategic initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic IT planning

Team management

Budgeting

Communication

IT security

Data systems

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Master's degree in computer science, information technology or related field

Job description

EDUCAUSE in Manhattan, Kansas seeks an IT Director for the College of Business Administration to develop and direct strategic IT plans, and to lead the college's technical systems and data platforms.

The role reports to the AVP for Academic IT and Research with dotted lines to the Dean, and will mentor IT staff, ensure operations align with policy, and drive improvements across college services. This holder will coordinate with central IT and manage budgeted resources.