Officer – Chief Information Position Available In Bartow, Georgia

Job Description:

The Chief Information Officer (CIO) serves as the senior ITleader and oversees the central IT organization ‘ InformationTechnology. This position is responsible for overseeing thetechnology operations of the college and directing the InformationTechnology Division including the provision of Client TechnologyServices, Information Security & Network Services, Web Services,Enterprise Application Services, and Audio-Visual Services. This isnot a remote position.

Responsibilities

• Is responsible tounderstand, support, and carry out the college’s mission, vision,and values and comply with mandates and regulations of governmentand accrediting bodies
• Oversees all information technologyoperations for the college; manages the installation, maintenance,repair and upgrade of computers, software, enterprise systems,servers, telecommunications equipment, instructional supportsystems, audio/visual technology, web services, and other relatedinformation technology systems and assets
• Provides vision andleadership for developing and implementing information technologyinitiatives
• Possesses and communicates a clear vision for ITthrough effective messaging and partnering with other internalconstituencies
• Directs the planning and implementation ofenterprise IT systems in accordance with the mission, core values,and purpose of the institution
• Ensures security of userinformation and systems in conjunction with the Chief InformationSecurity Officer
• Manages IT staffing including recruitment,supervision, scheduling, development, evaluation, and disciplinaryactions in accordance with institutional goals, objectives, andbudgets
• Plans and implements new technology systems in supportof institutional strategic priorities. ‘ Develops and managesinstitutional and IT-related budgets
• Directs research onpotential technology solutions and implementations in support ofnew initiatives, opportunities, and procurement strategies
• Develops and implements all IT policies, procedures and guidelinesincluding those for architecture, security, disaster recovery,standards, purchasing, and service provision in accordance withinformation technology and audit standards
• Maintains awarenessof changing IT trends and regulations which might impact theinstitution and takes corrective action as required
• Serves onassigned committees and participates in assigned groups
• Completes required regular and special reports
• Engages with USGCIO Administrative CouncilRequired Qualifications
• Knowledge andlevel of competency commonly associated with the completion of amaster’s degree in a course of study related to the occupationalfield or fifteen plus (15+) years of commensurate experience
• Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the diverseobjectives and functions of the subunits in the division/departmentto direct and coordinate work within the division/department,usually interpreted to require three (3) to five (5) years ofrelated experience
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain avalid driver’s license issued by the State of Georgia for the typeof vehicle or equipment operated.

Proposed SalaryThis is a fullyState benefitted Full Time Position.

Salary is commensurate withexperienceRequired Documents to AttachResume

• Officialtranscripts required if hired for the positionKnowledge, Skills, &Abilities
• Knowledge of information technology systems andinternal controls
• Knowledge of information technology bestpractices and security practices
• Knowledge of computer systemdesign, architecture, and methodologies
• Knowledge of relevantlocal, state and federal laws
• Knowledge of administrativemanagement and planning
• Knowledge of the preparation andinterpretation of statistical, technical, and narrative reports
• -Skill in planning, organizing, directing and coordinating the workof personnel
• Skill in the analysis of problems and thedevelopment and implementation of solutions
• Skill in thepreparation of clear and precise financial and statisticalreports
• Skill in preparing and administering budgets
• Skill inverbal and written communicationApply Before DateApplications willbe reviewed as submitted and the position will remain open untilfilled.

Contact InformationFor more information or questions about ajob posting, please contact Human Resources by email at mailto:jobs@highlands.edu?subject=Job%20Opening%20QuestionsFor technicalsupport, please call the USG Service Desk at (877) 251.2644, oremail mailto:support@usg.edu.

USG Core ValuesThe University Systemof Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher educationand learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement ofCore Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect.

These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as anorganization, and each USG community member is responsible fordemonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on theUSG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available inUSG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line athttps://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally,USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line athttps://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.Conditions ofEmploymentOffers of employment are contingent upon completion of abackground investigation including a criminal background checkdemonstrating your eligibility for employment with GeorgiaHighlands College, as determined by Georgia Highlands College inits sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employmenthistory reflected in your application materials and, if applicable,a satisfactory credit check.

Offers are made expressly subject tothe applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules andregulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies ofthe Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia(USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

GeorgiaHighlands College provides equal employment opportunities to allemployees and applicants for employment and prohibitsdiscrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race,color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status,genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genderidentity or expression, or any other characteristic protected byfederal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms andconditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement,promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves ofabsence, compensation and training.

Other InformationThis positionhas overall supervision for all Information Technology personnel.

The following positions are direct reports to the

CIO:

AssociateCIO (Director of Client Technology & Media Services), CISO,Director of Enterprise Application Services, Network SupportServices positions, and the Web Developers.

This position reports tothe President.

The President assigns work in terms of college goalsand objectives and reviews work through conferences, reports, andobservation of college activities to be in compliance withprocedures and the nature and propriety of the final results.

Thework is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table orwhile intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, walking, bending,or crouching. The employee frequently lifts light and heavyobjects, climbs ladders, and uses tools or equipment requiring ahigh degree of dexterity.

The work is typically performed in anoffice.

The individual fulfilling the responsibilities of thisposition will be designated as Essential Personnel. As referencedin policy HR.262, Emergency/Inclement Weather Closing, ‘Employeeswhose job responsibilities may require that they work duringhazardous or emergency weather conditions to maintain criticalinstitutional functions’may be designated as Essential Employees.

Essential Employees may be called upon to perform their essentialfunctions even during a campus closing.’To apply, visithttps://apptrkr.com/6238503 #J-18808-Ljbffr