Job Title: Vice President, Information Technology and Chief Information Officer Physical Location: Kent Campus - Kent, OH (Hybrid) Salary: Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Basic Function: To serve as an executive officer of the university and provide overall leadership for the Division of Information Technology, as the primary advocate and spokesperson for university technology initiatives. Serve as a member of the President’s cabinet and work closely with all divisions of the university. Additional Basic Function – if applicable: Examples of Duties: Duties/essential functions may include, but not be limited to, the following: Develop and lead the university’s information technology governance, including a CIO council and directly manage the Division of Information Technology. Evaluate the adequacy, effectiveness, and future readiness of core enterprise systems, and identify opportunities for enhancement, modernization, and transformation. Areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to, enterprise and cloud computing platforms; artificial intelligence and data enabled systems; email and collaboration tools; administrative and academic applications; web presence and digital portals; data center, network, and infrastructure services; enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems; and information security, privacy, and disaster recovery. Lead the responsible adoption of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, while strengthening the IT workforce through talent development, reskilling, and organizational readiness to support teaching, research, and operations. Provide leadership for these major areas: Security, Network and Telecom, Infrastructure, Research Technology, Service Management, Enterprise Technologies and Support, Educational Technologies and Faculty Support, Systems Development and Innovations, Web Presence, UX and Accessibility, Enterprise Architecture, Data Management and Analytics, and Organizational Effectiveness. Develop and manage IT budgets, ensuring strategic allocation of resources and cost-effective technology investments. Serve as a member of the President's cabinet and work as an enterprise-wide business partner, collaborating to develop vision, strategy, and coordinated planning across the institution. Lead enterprise-wide initiatives that integrate technology across campuses and departments. Monitor compliance with regulatory and governmental requirements by staying abreast of relevant laws, standards, and policies, and ensuring that all IT activities adhere to mandatory guidelines. Lead regional and local initiatives and technology partnerships for the benefit of the university. Partner in the determination, implementation, and enhancements to a university Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP). Provide overall leadership for the acquisition and implementation of technology solutions. Oversee the installation, enhancements, and security of the university’s networks. Support client needs for academic computing services. Oversee the advancement of academic initiatives and client services such as distance learning, multi-media operations, and administrative enhancements. Provide leadership and advocacy for the development of long- and short-range technology goals for all eight campuses of the university; develop long- and short-range goals for the division. Present budget and finance analyses to assist the executive officers in the allocation of financial resources to university priorities. Lead the initiative for shared services, both internal to the university and externally, as opportunities arise. Provide leadership in the advancement of technology as client solutions; leadership and oversight of a major division. Perform related duties as assigned. Additional Examples of Duties – if applicable: Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in a relevant field plus eight years progressively responsible experience in information systems and service administration with demonstrated successes leading information technology in large, complex organizations. License/Certification: Knowledge Of: Broad and current technical expertise, including emerging information technology trends such as artificial intelligence, cloud computing, cybersecurity, immersive technologies, and data analytics Applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations governing technology, security, and compliance Management principles encompassing strategic planning, human resources, cost forecasting, and financial analysis Enterprise information technology domains, including administrative computing, networking, telecommunications, new media and web technologies, and information security Skill In: Written, verbal, and interpersonal communication Ability To: Lead strategic information technology vision and transformation across the university, while serving as a strong operational manager for centrally provided technology services Create an IT culture to recruit, retain and develop IT talent Interact with a multitude of stakeholders across the organization, including faculty, staff, students and external business partners Provide leadership and direction in a collaborative work environment Lead change through a collaborative and solution-oriented approach Be a strategic partner committed to the university’s mission of teaching/learning, research, community and global service and engagement Preferred Qualifications – if applicable: Master's degree preferred. Assessments: Asterisk (*) indicates knowledge, skills, abilities which require assessments Working Conditions / Physical Requirements: Light work – Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently to move objects. Incumbent must be able to communicate with others. Incumbent may be required to travel from building to building and/or off-campus frequently. Working Schedule: Additional Information: Value Statement Kent State University is committed to creating a community that is culturally and intellectually diverse and to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. We strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that respect differences, and are inclusive, welcoming, respectful and kind. Must pass a security check. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Kent State University participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. upon hiring. For official job descriptions, visit www.kent.edu/hr. Kent State University is a Smoke-Free, Tobacco-Free University effective July 1, 2017. Smoking and tobacco use are not permitted on any of Kent State’s campuses or other locations and properties that are owned, operated, or leased by Kent State, both domestic and international. For additional details, visit www.kent.edu/smoke-free. Disclaimer: The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related experience/education beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Kent State University reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.