IT Director Position Available In Spalding, Georgia

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Bookmarkthis Posting Print Preview -Apply for this JobPostingDetailsPosting Details Posting Number S13591P Working Title ITDirector Department FACS-Tech & Instructional Srvc About theUniversity of Georgia Since our founding in 1785, the University ofGeorgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, andmost diversified institution of higher education(https://www.uga.edu/) . The proof is in our more than 235 years ofacademic and professional achievements and our continual commitmentto higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’smain campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeastof Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett,and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19schools and colleges, including our newly formed School ofMedicine. About the College/Unit/Department College/Unit/Departmentwebsite Posting Type External Retirement Plan TRS Employment TypeEmployee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time FullTime Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information Monday-Friday,8am – 5pm Advertised Salary Commensurate with experience PostingDate 05/09/2025 Open until filled Yes Closing Date ProposedStarting Date 07/01/2025 Special Instructions to ApplicantsLocation of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement The Universityof Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualifiedapplicants will receive consideration for employment without regardto age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin,race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status.

Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibilityof materials related to this search are encouraged to contactCentral HR (hrweb@uga.edu ). USG Core Values Statement TheUniversity System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions ofhigher education and learning, as well as the System Office. OurUSG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence,Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundationfor all that we do as an organization, and each USG communitymember is responsible for demonstrating and upholding thesestandards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values andCode of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 andcan be found online athttps://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in BoardPolicy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found onlineat https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 . PositionInformation Classification Title Information Technology ManagerFLSA Exempt

FTE 1.00

Minimum Qualifications Requires at least abaccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your HumanResources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieuof the required minimum qualifications. PreferredQualifications Experience supervising, leading, and developing IT teams. Experience in developing and implementing IT strategies andplans. Experience managing complex IT projects and resources,including budget oversight, vendor management, and riskmitigation. Knowledge of university IT standards, security protocols, dataprivacy regulations (e.g., FERPA , HIPAA ), and accessibilityguidelines.

Position Summary The Information Technology (IT)Director for the College of Family and Consumer Sciences isresponsible for contributing to IT strategic and/or tacticalplanning, and the evaluation and implementation plan for a unit,department, or college. The IT Director provides technologyservices that meet the University standards for design, security,and delivery. This individual will communicate effectively amongfaculty, staff, administration, students, and appropriate ITresource providers at the University. This position will providethe supervision of IT professionals and will have decision-makingresponsibilities at the unit level. Knowledge, Skills, Abilitiesand/or Competencies Working knowledge of technology infrastructure includingrelated software and hardware as applied in a large andorganizationally varied unit. Experience with task and project management. Effective oral and written communication. Ability to conduct critical data analysis. Supervisory experience overseeing technical support personnelresponsible for security, upkeep, and improvements for all servers,storage, and networking.

Physical Demands Working at a computer for extended periods of time. Lifting/moving computers and related equipment.

Is driving aresponsibility of this position? No Is this a Position of Trust?

Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control offinancial resources? Yes Does this position require a P-Card? No Ishaving a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Doesthis position have direct interaction or care of children under theage of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position haveSecurity Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnelrecords, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)Yes Credit and P-Card policy Be advised a credit check will berequired for all positions with financial responsibilities. Foradditional information about the credit check criteria, visit theUGA Credit Background Check website . Background InvestigationPolicy Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of abackground investigation including, a criminal background checkdemonstrating your eligibility for employment with the Universityof Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment historyreflected in your application materials (including referencechecks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of theposition applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory creditcheck. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test forpositions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Pleasevisit the UGA Background Check website . Duties/ResponsibilitiesDuties/Responsibilities Oversees project management, resource management, and effectivecommunication among faculty, staff, administration, students, andappropriate IT resource providers at the University. Manages the identification, selection, and application ofappropriate technology resources to support the college and theUniversity goals for instruction, research, and publicservice. Develops and creates the college’s short term and long-termtechnology plan as well as setting goals for OTIS . Provides technology-related research and guidance to theCollege.

Percentage of time 40 Duties/Responsibilities Supervises staff to ensure they provide excellent customerservice, stay informed about emerging technologies, and apply themappropriately in their job duties. Oversees the OTIS team by coordinating staff, resolvingpersonnel matters, making decisions on equipment and support needs,setting goals and objectives. Ensures technology services and resources provided under theleadership of this position meet University standards for design,security, and delivery.

Percentage of time 25Duties/Responsibilities Manages providing research, specifications, and pricinginformation for new equipment being purchased within theCollege. Oversees the Student Technology Fee and all other Collegetechnology budgets.

Percentage of time 20 Duties/Responsibilities Represents the college on various university level committeesas well as many college level committees and is involved in policyrecommendations to the university through membership in IT ManagersForum ( ITMF ) and policy recommendation sub-committees. Responsible for maintaining and implementing universitypolicies within the college as related to technology and its usewithin the College. Serves as the technical security liaison with EITS (EnterpriseInformation Technology Services) for the College of Family &Consumer Sciences.

Percentage of time 15ContactInformationRecruitment Contact Contact Details For questionsconcerning this position or recruitment progression, please referto the Recruitment Contact listed below. Recruitment Contact NameOffice of Finance and Human Resources Recruitment Contact Emailfacshr@uga.edu Recruitment Contact PhonePosting SpecificQuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk(•).Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents Resume/CV Cover Letter List of References with Contact InformationOptionalDocuments #J-18808-Ljbffr