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Chief Information Officer (Inst) (C)

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Applicants are required to apply online. UWRF will not consider paper, emailed, or faxed applications. Applicants are required to provide:

+ Resume

+ Letter of interest specifying qualifications and experience (cover letter)

Inquiries should be addressed to:

Maureen Olle-LaJoie

Search Chair

[email protected]

Deadline to Apply: Initial review of applications will begin upon receipt. For full consideration, applicants should submit all required materials on or before June 19, 2025.

Employees receive excellent benefits including exceptionally low-cost comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits; employer match of Wisconsin Retirement System contributions of 6.95%; an attractive amount of paid leave per year in addition to paid sick leave. To learn more about our benefits, go to: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/quickguidefasl.pdf.

UW-River Falls does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources at 715-425-4941.

Posting Details

Position Information

UW - System Position Title Chief Information Officer (Inst) (C)

Business Title

Major Department Code Technology Services (J531000)

Appointment Type Limited

FLSA Status Exempt

FTE (Percentage of Appointment) 100

Typical Working Schedule

M-F, 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM. May berequired to work evenings or weekends, based on

organizational needs.

Hybrid or On Campus On Campus

Position Summary

The Chief Information Officer provides leadership for the provision of all campus technology services at UW-River Falls. This position develops and communicates institutional strategic plans to ensure that resources are utilized and to provide effective, high-quality information technology services in support of the university’s teaching, research, service, and administrative goals. The CIO is responsible for providing vision and leadership in planning, development, integration, maintenance, and support of information and instructional technology.

Working collaboratively with campus constituents, the CIO helps set priorities for the deployment of technology and interacts directly with institutional leadership. This role typically manages IT services through subordinate directors and identifies changes and trends in computer and systems technology, interpreting their meaning to senior management.

Areas of responsibility include technology services, help desk, IT service management, project management, technology procurement, budget management, technology contract management, computer and instructional labs, classroom technology, enterprise applications, application and development services, servers, storage area network, network and VoIP infrastructure, audio and media services, web services, information security, ID carding office, desktop/endpoint administration and support services, and other event-related technology support.

Additional responsibilities include serving as Vice-Chair of the University Technology Council, participating as a member of the Chancellor’s Cabinet and the University of Wisconsin System CIO Council, and representing the University’s information technology interests at the regional, state, and national levels.

Responsibilities

+ Assume administrative responsibility for all long-term institutional information needs and develop overall strategies for information needs and integration approaches, including systems development, evaluation, enterprise IT solutions, and hardware acquisition

+ Serve as a leader to ensure the integrity of organizational data, proprietary information, and related intellectual property through information security and access management

+ Develop and direct strategic instructional and information technology planning initiatives and establish objectives to ensure appropriate use of financial, administrative, and staffing resources, and alignment with strategic plans

+ Develop operating policies, effective IT governance groups, and procedures to ensure compliance with regulations, institutional policies, and objectives

+ Exercise supervisory authority, including hiring, transferring, suspending, promoting, managing conduct and performance, discharging, assigning, rewarding, disciplining, and/or approving hours worked for 6 full-time equivalent ( FTE ) employees

+ Develop and audit all division budgets and lead annual planning and reporting

+ Serve as the liaison representing the interests of internal and external stakeholders and act as a resource on instructional and information technology services for all university units

+ Represent the university on matters related to instructional and information technology in state, regional, and national forums

+ Develop strategic IT plans, policies, and procedures to meet campus community needs and ensure alignment with non-IT missions

+ Advise institutional or divisional leadership on information technology operations and business models

+ Provide leadership and perform managerial functions for the Technology Services leadership team and manage the department through subordinate managers

+ Oversee the planning and deployment of instructional and IT resources (data, voice, and video) to support the university’s teaching, research, and administrative functions, and facilitate collaboration among university units for effective and efficient implementation

+ Foster a culture committed to quality customer service and best business practices

+ Collaborate with the UW System CIO Council on common policy and planning concerns, and on the acquisition and deployment of common systems and consortium procurements

+ Oversee audit and security protocols and enforce compliance with IT security policies

+ Provide leadership on the adoption of emerging technologies by advising institutional leaders of relevant advancements and supporting end users in their implementation

+ Provide leadership and oversight of project charters, project plans, and project reviews to ensure campus technology needs are met efficiently and cost-effectively

+ Provide leadership and oversight for university technology procurement and contracting (hardware and software), data governance and classification, and the evaluation of emerging technologies to ensure their appropriate application across university functions

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Qualifications:

+ Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Information Systems, or a related field in information and instructional technology.

+ At least five years of progressively responsible experience in managing information and technology services in a complex environment with broad knowledge of the latest information technology trends and applications, preferably in support of university operations.

+ Thorough knowledge of computing, networking, and support service delivery in a complex environment.

+ Strong leadership and management experience, with the proven ability to manage a large and diverse staff, including the allocation of human and financial resources.

+ Demonstrated expertise in customer service, IT service management, and project management methodologies.

+ Excellent decision-making abilities

+ Deep understanding of administrative computing systems in ERP solutions

+ Demonstrated ability to mobilize resources effectively and foster innovation by leveraging core infrastructure services to support research, learning, and service functions.

+ Proven track record of building and leading teams, nurturing collaborative relationships, and providing direction to senior leaders across the institution.

+ Ability to engage and collaborate with faculty, staff, and students to plan, promote, implement, and assess IT services.

+ Strong communication skills with the ability to interact with stakeholders at all levels, including senior institutional leaders, UW System, and governmental/legislative bodies.

+ Ability to set and prioritize objectives within a budget and demonstrate visionary thinking to achieve long-term goals.

+ Proven commitment to fostering and maintaining a service-oriented culture in IT services and operations.

+ Strong ability to take a proactive management approach, balancing short-term needs with long-term strategy.

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Master’s degree in business administration, Information Systems, or a related field in information and instructional technology.

+ ERP experience in distance learning and diverse course delivery models.

+ Experience and proven ability to work effectively with academic governance processes and integrate them into IT planning and decision-making.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number AAF01055

Number of Vacancies 1

Desired Start Date 08/01/2025

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date 05/27/2025

Closing Date

Applicant Review Date 06/20/2025

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants are required to apply online. UWRF will not consider paper, emailed, or faxed applications. Applicants are required to provide:

+ Resume

+ Letter of interest specifying qualifications and experience (cover letter)

Inquiries should be addressed to:

Maureen Olle-LaJoie

Search Chair

[email protected]

Deadline to Apply: Initial review of applications will begin upon receipt. For full consideration, applicants should submit all required materials on or before June 19, 2025.

Employees receive excellent benefits including exceptionally low-cost comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits; employer match of Wisconsin Retirement System contributions of 6.95%; an attractive amount of paid leave per year in addition to paid sick leave. To learn more about our benefits, go to: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/quickguidefasl.pdf.

UW-River Falls does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources at 715-425-4941.

Legal Notices

EEO Statement

UW-River Falls is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies.

Confidentiality of Applicant Materials

The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the final candidates may be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

Title IX Notice

As required by Title IX and federal regulations, UW-River Falls does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its education programs or activities, including in admission and employment. Questions about the application of Title IX may be referred to UWRF’s Title IX Coordinator at [email protected]; the Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights; or both. For more information, please see uwrf.edu/titleIX.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)

The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies can be viewed at https://www.uwrf.edu/Police/Annual-Security-Report.cfm or call University Police at 715-425-3133 for a paper copy.

Criminal Background Check and Reference Check Policy

Employment will require a criminal background check. Final candidates will be required to provide three professional references with at least one being a prior supervisor. Misconduct checks will be completed and a personnel file review for any University of Wisconsin or State employee within the past seven years prior to hire per UW System Administrative Policy 1275.

Other Notices

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