Chief Information Officer - FT

Company: Southeast Community College
Location: Lincoln
Posted on: April 1, 2025

Job Description:

Chief Information Officer - FTSCC reserves the right to change, modify, or cancel posted positions as appropriate and/or necessary.Posting DetailsPosition Title: Chief Information Officer - FTDepartment: Information ServicesLocation: College WideJob Category: AdministrationJob Type: FTPosting Number: 01943Position Summary InformationUnder the general direction and supervision of the Vice President, Administrative Services & CFO, the Chief Information Officer (CIO) is responsible for leading the Information Technology Division. The CIO will play a pivotal role in leading SCC's technological future, developing and implementing IT strategies that align with the College's mission and strategic goals. The ideal candidate will possess a strong blend of technical expertise, business acumen, and excellent communication skills. SCC's IT Division is responsible for a wide range of IT functions including networking and telecommunications, enterprise applications such as Ellucian Colleague, classroom technology, user support, and information security.In collaboration with SCC's Administrative team and faculty, the CIO provides essential technologies, data analytics, and support services to enhance teaching and learning, ultimately supporting student success. The CIO is committed to improving the reliability and performance of core technologies, optimizing administrative systems, and leveraging modern technology solutions to elevate student services and streamline business processes. The CIO actively engages in discussions about technology and data governance, collaborating with students, faculty, staff, and other partnerships to explore innovative ways to utilize technology in support of SCC's mission and strategic goals.This full-time regular position requires travel to all SCC campuses and locations to perform the essential functions of College leadership responsibility as deemed necessary.Essential FunctionsReporting to the Vice President of Administrative Services & CFO, the CIO will be responsible for:

• Strategic Leadership: Drive SCC's IT strategy, encompassing cybersecurity, hardware and network management, software licensing, IT services, and technology acquisitions that are aligned with SCC's mission and strategic goals.
• Operational Oversight: Oversee daily IT operations, ensuring reliable and efficient technology services.
• Financial Oversight: Develop and manage the IT Division's budgets and financial resources.
• Project Management: Oversee the planning, development, and implementation of software, hardware, and services ensuring alignment with institutional objectives.
• Vendor Management: Manage IT vendor contracts and relationships. In collaboration with the Administrative Director of Purchasing, the CIO will be responsible for SCC's hardware and software purchases including the issuance of Requests for Proposal and the evaluation of such RFPs.
• Collaboration: Foster partnerships within all divisions of the College to understand the various needs and identify improvement opportunities.
• Innovation: Explore and adopt innovative technologies to enhance teaching, learning, student success, and administrative processes.
• Data Governance: Establish and maintain data governance practices to ensure data quality, security, and accessibility.
• Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate IT risks to protect SCC's assets and reputation.
• People: Identify, develop, and retain talented IT staff fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth. Provide oversight, management, direction, and evaluation to IT staff.
• Policy & Procedure Development: Create, review, and maintain IT policies, procedures, and standards.
• Organization Climate: Maintain a positive and engaging organizational environment by encouraging input, reflective and transparent communication, and compassion and respect toward the views and ideas of others.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Actively participate in key committees, team meetings, and college community activities.Promote a Culture of Belonging: Support and promote an environment of belonging where all students, faculty members, and college employees feel welcomed, valued, and empowered to contribute, regardless of their identities. Foster a community where diverse identities and perspectives enrich the educational experience and create a safe and respectful environment.Marginal Functions
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Vice President, Administrative Services & CFO.
• May be required to perform associated duties, functions, or assignments in other divisions/programs/areas as required.
• Perform other College functions and duties as assigned.
• Must be able to work varied days, hours, shifts, locations, and campuses as required.Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong leadership, management, interpersonal, and communication skills. A solid understanding of the strategic technology challenges facing higher education or similar organizations.
• Knowledge of the role of technology in enhancing teaching, learning, student success, and business practices.
• Demonstrated experience with:
  • Developing and implementing strategic and financial IT plans.
  • Building effective organizations and fostering a culture of service.
  • Managing core infrastructure (networks, data centers, servers, security, and storage).
  • Improving data management and enhancing reporting and analytics capabilities.
  • Sourcing technology services and managing vendor relationships.
  • Establishing decision-making processes and overseeing large-scale projects.
  • Managing budgets and financial resources.
  • Identifying and managing IT risks.
  • Ability to critically review policies and procedures and to provide input on developing/formulating operative procedures for the division and College leadership area of responsibility.
  • Ability to meet the necessary travel requirements of the position.
  • Ability to lift and carry up to (50) fifty pounds for short distances, and move tables, chairs, and media equipment.Minimum Qualifications
    • Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
    • Five (5) years of progressive leadership and management experience in IT and/or Technology related fields.Desired Qualifications
      • Master's Degree in a related field.
      • Progressive leadership experience within a post-secondary educational institution or large-scale information technology operation.
      • IT management experience including staff supervision and budgetary responsibility.Salary$96,689 per yearBenefitsSCC BEN Dollars - Eligible Employees: Full-time status. Regular employees with an FTE of 0.75 or greater will be eligible for SCC Ben Dollars. All employees will be required to elect a health insurance option. If the cost of insurance coverage selected by an employee exceeds the SCC Ben Dollars available, all additional costs will be withheld from the employee's paycheck.Posting Detail InformationPlease be advised that Southeast Community College will require a Criminal History Background Check prior to final offer.Open Date01/08/2025Close DateOpen Until FilledSpecial Instructions to ApplicantsIf accommodation or assistance is needed to complete this application, contact Human Resources at 402-437-2553.Contact UsThe Office of Human ResourcesJack J. Huck Continuing Education Center301 S. 68th St PlaceLincoln NE 68510Phone: 402-437-2700If you need assistance using this site, please contact: 402-437-2700hr@southeast.eduNormal Business Hours are Monday-Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. CST.
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