A Chief Information Officer is responsible for all aspects of information technology within a business or organization, with a focus on making the data available for an organization to function. Develops strategies to improve the efficiency of technological initiatives. Oversees the development and testing of new programs developed specifically for the business or organization.
Southwestern Illinois College is accepting applications for the full-time administrative position of Chief Information Officer.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
In accordance with the Mission, Vision, and Values of Southwestern Illinois College, the Chief Information Officer will provide leadership and continued development for the institution's information technology services, while also leading the application development and maintenance using a formal system in development life cycle. This is a highly responsible executive level position reporting to the President of the College and serving on the President's Cabinet. This position requires a strong technical background and the ability to integrate both academic and administrative computing/telecommunications resources and services. Strategic, tactical and operational direction are components of this position. This highly professional position requires technical knowledge of computing hardware and software as well as a thorough understanding of the management information needs of a community college.
P OSITION SPECIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems or related field is required. Masters' degree in Computer Science or Management related field is preferred. Five years' experience implementing application systems and leading implementation teams is required. Application development experience performing systems analysis and programming is required. Experience leading, developing, and evaluation professional and technical staff is required. Experience managing major technology implementations, enterprise systems, infrastructure modernization, or organizational transformation is strongly preferred. PeopleSoft experience required. Must successfully pass a criminal background check prior to hire.
STARTING PAY AND HOURS
Salary Grade 10 on the Administrative Pay Scale, ranging from $119,789 - $149,762 BENEFITS
AND PERKS
Benefit availability and eligibility may vary from the summary listed below. Please visit www.swic.edu for more information. Eligibility for comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plans beginning date of hire Retirement savings plan through State Universities Retirement System of Illinois and voluntary 403(b) and 457(b) savings plan Eligibility for paid leave including holidays, sick, and vacation Educational incentives including Reduced Tuition at Southwestern Illinois College and Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program, employee discounts, gym access, additional voluntary benefits and more!
WORK LOCATION
Belleville Campus with district wide responsibilities
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Review of applications will begin on September 21, 2026.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Required application materials, such as resume, cover letter and references, should be attached to your application. Other required application materials i.e., transcripts, etc., should be attached after your application has been submitted ( official college transcripts must be provided at time of hire). Go to your My Job Applications page from the careers home page of your account. Southwestern Illinois College is proud to be an EEO/AA Employer/Educator Smoke/Tobacco/Vapor/Drug-Free Workplace
