What are the responsibilities and job description for the UAF Chief Information Officer position at University of Alaska?
The University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) invites resumes for a Chief Information Officer (CIO) reporting to the Vice Chancellor for Administrative Services. The position is full-time, senior administrator, exempt with benefits. The CIO is a UAF senior leader and will be responsible for providing leadership and vision for the strategic planning, operation, integration and implementation of information systems and services at a vibrant and diverse university. UAF is a premier research flagship with a goal to achieve Carnegie tier 1 research status (R1). UAF is a place of transformative experience for students, faculty and staff. UAF has a multifaceted land, sea and space grant mission including support of five (5) community college campuses throughout urban and rural Alaska.
UAF and the UA System Office are co-located in Fairbanks and have a shared services partnership for some services and support. It is important for applicants to understand a shared services business environment as the CIO will work with the UA Chief IT Officer (CITO) within a shared services framework for certain identified services. The CIO will provide technology vision and leadership for UAF-wide information technology resources and develop the UAF technology plan in alignment with UAF strategic goals. The CIO must foster team and project development, meeting UAF academic, research and administrative needs. Service to UAF customers and students is a core responsibility of this team.
This position is a senior leader that will report to the Vice Chancellor for Administrative Services. The UAF Administrative Services Division includes : Facilities Services, Financial and Business Services, Environmental Health, Safety and Risk Management, the Police Department, the Fire Department, and Nanook Technology Services.
A successful applicant will lead and develop the NTS team, and will maintain a strong sensitivity to and focus on building and sustaining a positive culture. As a member of the UA System, UAF operates in a shared services environment. It is important for applicants to understand the shared services culture and foster positive and productive relationships with service owners, service consumers, functional leads, and CIO peers at sister universities.
Join Our Team as a Visionary IT Leader!
In this role, you’ll :
- Drive Strategy : Lead the development of our IT strategic plan and disaster recovery initiatives to ensure organizational resilience and innovation.
- Inspire Leadership : Build and nurture a positive team culture within the IT Services team while supporting organizational growth.
- Collaborate Broadly : Work closely with faculty, staff, vendors, and IT leaders across our campuses to align technology with academic and institutional goals.
- Champion Excellence : Oversee technology services that enhance teaching, learning, and operations, from enterprise systems to cutting-edge digital learning solutions.
- Plan for Impact : Develop budgets and proposals for major IT investments, and design communication plans for new initiatives.
This position combines strategic vision, operational expertise, and a passion for advancing education through technology.
What It Takes to Thrive in This Role
To excel, you’ll bring a mix of knowledge, skills, and abilities that ensure strategic leadership and operational success :
Your Expertise :
Your Skills :
Your Abilities :
If you’re passionate about leadership, innovation, and creating impactful IT solutions, this role is the perfect fit for you!
Minimum Qualifications :
Requires a Master’s degree in a relevant field (i.e. Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field) and 7 years progressively responsible experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE :
The ideal candidate will also have :
Position Details :
This position is on-site, located on the Troth Yeddha' campus in Fairbanks, Alaska. This is a full-time, executive management, Exempt Senior Administrator staff position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage.
This position is designated as a senior administrator at the discretion of the president.
Please attach a resume, cover letter and the names and contact information of three (3) professional references with your Application.
To be considered for this position, applications must be submitted by Sunday, January 26, 2025 by 11 : 55 pm, Alaska Standard Time. Applicant Review will begin on Monday, January 27, 2025.
This position is Open Until Filled.
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The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.
UA is an affirmative action / equal opportunity employer, educational institution and provider and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual : www.alaska.edu / nondiscrimination
The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.
Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.
All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.
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