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Chief Information Officer

Employer
Linn-Benton Community College
Location
Oregon, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
May 9, 2022

Posting

Position Information

Posting Number: 0601174-C Position Type: Management/Exempt Special Notes to Applicants:
LBCC values a work life balance. Here are some benefits of working full-time at LBCC :
  • 248-day work year (Fridays off in July and August and a week off at the end of December)
  • Eleven paid holidays per year
  • Accrual of two days of paid leave (vacation) per month
  • Accrual of eight hours of sick leave per month
  • Tuition waiver for you and your dependents
  • Medical, dental, vision insurance for employee and dependents
  • Employer paid contribution of $2,400 per year to a tax sheltered annuity
  • Public Employees Retirement eligibility after 6 months ( LBCC pays the six percent employee contribution)


As a condition of employment, all new employees are required to be compensated via direct deposit.

LBCC is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer.

LBCC is committed to the principles of Pay Equity. Management/exempt starting salaries normally fall toward the lower end of the range and are dependent on experience.

For LBCC’s COVID protocols, please click here .

Position Title: Chief Information Officer Division/Department: Information Services Location Albany Campus, Albany, OR Job Summary:
Serve as the college’s leader and advocate for information technology, with responsibility for planning, coordinating, implementing, and evaluating a comprehensive technology environment for both academic and administrative computing systems. Lead the college in identifying, acquiring, installing, and maintaining hardware and software technology solutions that maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of the institutional environment. Lead the college in the recruitment, hiring, training, and oversight of skilled professional staff to identify and meet customer needs in all college departments. Ensure security, availability, and confidentiality of all computer systems and information. Develop, implement, and monitor information security and risk management policies and procedures. Coordinate and participate in regular security assessments. Plan and direct the delivery of computer services, including personal computers, college Internet services, LAN / WAN, wireless, infrastructure, and administrative systems. Responsible for telecommunication services, including PBX / VOIP, voice mail, long-distance, and data communication. Responsible for college-wide instructional computing support. Responsible for media services including, classroom presentation equipment, and conference room technologies.

Required Qualifications:
Education and Training : Bachelor’s degree in computer science, business administration, or a related field. Training and/or knowledge in computing concepts, hardware, document/workflow management software, database management, telecommunications, and/or support service delivery is required. Additional directly related experience, certifications and/or training may substitute for degree requirements.

Experience: Requires a minimum of 5 years of directly related experience in all phases of information technology services lifecycle and management. Requires experience in the management of large database systems, involving the definition of user needs and effective large system design. Requires experience in managing service personnel. A top management perspective developed through experience is essential.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Requires advanced technical knowledge of the design of database systems, networking systems, and service delivery systems. The position requires the ability to manage budgets and make accurate projections. Requires large project management and portfolio management skills and the ability to understand internal customer needs and negotiate for delivery of services. Must have the ability to anticipate and plan, coordinate tasks between customers and service providers, and organize/keep to a project schedule, including flexibility. Requires skill in managing customer relations and the ability to motivate personnel to provide quality service. Strong communication skills (oral and written) are necessary as is the ability to translate complex, technical information in a non-technical manner as well as convert service requests into specifications for technicians. Must have the ability to work with all levels of management, staff, and the public (task force, vendors, etc.). Must have skill in developing written specifications for technology purchases. Must know and understand telecommunications systems. Basic knowledge of quantitative evaluation tools and analytical abilities are required. Requires ability to supervise, train, evaluate, motivate, and lead staff.

Preferred Qualifications:
Education and Training: Master’s degree in computer science and/or business administration, or a related field. Knowledge of information security regulations like the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act ( FERPA ), Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act ( GLBA ), Communications Assistance for Law Enforcement Act ( CALEA ), Federal Information Security, and Management Act ( FISMA ), and the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard ( PCI ).

Experience: Prior experience at an educational institution and/or in project management . Prior experience with telecommunications systems preferred. Prior experience with research methodology. A demonstrated understanding of IT issues impacting diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Prior experience with essential web accessibility components including WCAG 2.1 and ARIA .

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities : Knowledge of information technology demand and/or supply-side governance. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Work is generally performed in an office environment with minimal exposure to health or safety hazards. Minimal physical exertion is required. There may be rigid timelines and deadlines with interruptions and distractions. Learned physical skill is required for using a computer. Considerable use of a computer requires long periods of sitting at a desk and exposure to video display terminals. Must be able to effectively communicate technical information at in-person and virtual meetings to a wide variety of individuals. Night and weekend hours may be required to meet project deadlines or make changes with minimal interruption to users. Occasional travel is required.

Essential Duties:
Provide leadership on emerging technologies. Advise key campus constituents on technology advancements affecting instructional applications, collaboration support, student support, and financial and business affairs. Provide user support for the adoption of new technologies.

Develop a college technology plan, including the acquisition and implementation of purchased software, computer, networking hardware, and telecommunications equipment.

Coordinate with Deans and Director to ensure access to proper equipment and software for academic programs and classrooms.

Work with campus stakeholders to raise awareness of security and risk management concerns. Ensure Payment Card Industry ( PCI ) compliance in coordination with the Director of Accounting and Budget.

Work collaboratively with administrators, deans, faculty, academic and administrative staff, and students in identifying effective uses of technology to advance operational and learning objectives.

Advise the Vice President, Finance and Operations on all policy, practices, cyber security, and strategic business decisions related to the maintaining, implementation, and integration of information technology resources and services that support academic, students, and administrative initiatives and programs.

Serve as a campus-wide contact to all college staff in planning college computing, network, internet services, and telecommunication needs.

Act as the primary liaison with software vendors that provide the administrative computing applications. Oversee procurement of software applications and compliance with existing contracts and licenses. Responsible for overseeing the overall integrity of data. Responsible for overseeing, updating, quality assurance, and control of all software applications. Maintain general working knowledge of all enterprise systems, applications, and institutionally developed solutions.

Provide leadership in the definition and accomplishment of department goals and objectives for institutional effectiveness. Work collaboratively with departments college-wide to plan telecommunications, personal computer, network, media, and administrative applications service delivery.

Coordinate with Institutional Research, the Office of Data and Decision Support, in providing ongoing and ad hoc data and information for college reporting and decision-making purposes.

Secure quotes or prepare bid specifications for large technology purchases, such as major computer systems or telecommunication services. Act as a principal evaluator and make recommendations to the Vice President, Finance and Operations. May present information to the Board of Education related to these purchasing decisions.

Prepare and administer computer, software, and communications budgets to ensure the fiscally responsible use of college funds in the maintenance of the investment in technology resources and data. Prepare and administer central infrastructure, technology fees, and PC replacement budgets.

Participate in capital building projects as a resource for incorporating technology into new and remodeled buildings. Work with architect and campus users during the design process and with the contractor during the build process to ensure that connections for network, media, telephone and other technology are built-in and integrated into college infrastructure.

Manage all staffing responsibilities for the department. Exercise full supervisory authority over assigned staff, including hiring, training, evaluation, performance management, termination, resolving conflicts, coaching, and discipline personnel per guidelines established in administrative rules and collective bargaining agreements.

Develop and implement ongoing staff training and development activities that maintain administrative capability and processes in compliance, while prompting strong coordinated care and a culturally competent approach to supporting students and staff. Encourage appropriate professional development opportunities for department staff. Participate in pertinent professional development.

Participate in planning and such other efforts as appropriate to keep the college and department contemporary and effective. Initiate and volunteer such efforts as will further the college goals and the fulfillment of the College Mission, Values, Core Themes and Strategic Goals.

Responsible for ensuring compliance with safety regulations, employee safety training, OSHA compliance, and emergency planning related to the area of control. Oversee the preparation and submission of required compliance reports.

Must remain current on available technology and aware of technology directions.

Assume and perform such other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Applicant Instructions:
Please complete the online application and upload or attach the following required documents:
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Academic Transcript (if needed to meet min qualifications)


Transcripts from institutions outside of the United States must be accompanied by an international credential agency evaluation. Click here for a list of agencies who perform these services.

When a degree is required for the position, the successful candidate will be required to submit official transcripts within 30 days of their hire date.

Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications. In order to be considered, your application must clearly show you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.

U.S. Veterans must attach proof of honorable discharge (Form DD-214, Copy 4) to their application to qualify for veteran’s consideration.

Proposed Start Date: 07/01/2022 Full-time or Part-time Full-time, 1.0 FTE, Fiscal Year (Regular with Benefits) Number of hours/week: 40 Posting Date: 05/09/2022 Closing Date: 06/12/2022 Open Until Filled: No Salary Grade 130 Salary/Rate
Salary range for 2021-22 is $104,366-$146,408 for a 248-day annual schedule plus comprehensive benefits . The 2022-23 salary schedule has yet to be determined.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * How did you learn about this position? Please select one.
    • Latinos in Higher Education
    • HERC-Higher Education Recruitment Consortium
    • indeed.com
    • Chronicle of Higher Education
    • State Employment Department
    • LBCC Employment Opportunities Website
    • Other (specify below)
    • Linked In
  2. If you selected other above, please specify the website or other resource from which you learned of the position.

    (Open Ended Question)

Required Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Academic Transcript
  3. Cover Letter
Optional Documents
  1. Letter of Reference
  2. Academic Transcript 2
  3. Academic Transcript 3
  4. Academic Transcript 4
  5. U. S. Veteran Proof of Honorable Discharge DD-214, Copy 4


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