Vice President of Information Technology

Siena Heights University (www.sienaheights.edu), in Adrian, MI, a small, vibrant Catholic university dedicated to academic excellence, faith-based education, and a commitment to serving the community is seeking a visionary leader to serve as their Vice President of Information Technology (VPIT) to guide the university’s technological strategy, foster innovation, and ensure the seamless integration of technology across all facets of campus life. The VPIT will serve as a key member of the university’s senior leadership team, overseeing the strategic planning, implementation, and management of information systems and technology resources. This individual will ensure that technology supports the institution’s mission, enhances the learning environment, and positions the university for future growth.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute a strategic vision for technology aligned with the university’s mission and goals.
• Cybersecurity: Oversee the development and implementation of robust cybersecurity measures to protect institutional data and systems.
• Project Management: Lead and prioritize IT projects to improve efficiency, enhance services, and meet institutional needs.
• Personnel Management: Recruit, mentor, and manage a skilled IT team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and innovation.
• Instructional Technology: Stay abreast of trends in instructional technology and collaborate with academic leadership to integrate tools that enhance teaching and learning.
• Budget Oversight: Develop and manage the IT department’s budget, ensuring cost-effective technology investments.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with senior leadership, faculty, staff, and students to ensure technology solutions meet diverse needs.

Qualifications, Skills and Characteristics

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Experience: Demonstrated success in IT leadership roles, preferably within higher education or a similar environment.
• Technical Expertise: Knowledge of information systems, cybersecurity, and instructional technology.
• Strategic Planning: Proven ability to align IT strategy with organizational goals.
• Project and Personnel Management: Experience leading diverse teams and managing complex projects.
• Budgeting: Strong financial acumen and experience managing departmental budgets.
• Communication: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Student-Centered Approach: A commitment to enhancing the student experience through technology.
• Familiarity with Catholic higher education and a willingness to support and contribute to the university’s mission and values.
• A collaborative leadership style that fosters inclusion and respect across all levels of the university.

Founded in 1919 and sponsored by the Adrian Dominican Sisters, Siena Heights is a Catholic university offering more than 50 undergraduate and graduate programs in arts, sciences, business, nursing, education, engineering, and more. The University is committed to the values of truth, justice, peace, and compassion, and seeks to prepare students for leadership and service in a diverse and global society.

Siena Heights University is being assisted by the partners of Hyatt-Fennell. Nominations and applications should be submitted to sienaheightsvpit@Hyatt-Fennell.com. Applications include a letter of interest (indicating how you would understand and support the Catholic identity and the Dominican mission of the University), a current curriculum vitae, and contact information for five professional references. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. All applications and nominations will be considered highly confidential.

Siena Heights University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status in the institution’s programs or activities or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. The University promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons and veterans.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $130,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $130,000