Chief Information Officer

Dynamic Campus•Fort Worth, TX

22h•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an individual with a strong desire to deeply understand the needs of higher education leaders, then apply technology to address their greatest challenges and maximize their greatest opportunities. Our CIOs are expected to be skilled technologists and team leaders, of course. But engaging leaders and constituents across the institution as a business enabler is a critical skill for the new breed of CIO that wants a seat at the table and an opportunity to drive the institution forward and help fulfill its mission in fast-changing times. Our CIOs thrill our customers by providing exceptional, proactive customer service that exceeds their expectations. They balance the ability to deliver creative and innovative tactical and technical solutions with the need to drive towards the larger, strategic vision. They have a willingness to collaborate with fellow CIOs and leaders and ask for help when needed. They get in front of challenges, turn them into opportunities, and see them through to resolution. They take ownership of opportunities to improve and share successes with their teams. They foster teamwork among their direct reports by example, identifying and developing talent, providing a positive, productive working environment, and nurturing a culture of collaboration, engagement, and commitment with every member of the team.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in IT, CIS, or a related field
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement IT strategies, tactical plans, and annual work plans
Solid understanding of budgeting and business operations
Experience in negotiating vendor relationships and contracts
Excellent organizational and leadership skills
Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to manage competing priorities in a highly demanding environment
Ability to lift, push and pull up to 50lbs
Ability to sit and stand for long periods at a time
Ability to crawl under desk for any technology need
Adhere to Dynamic Campus Core Values

Nice To Haves

3 or more years of Higher Education experience as a CIO or similar leadership position
Experience with higher education administrative system software
Project management knowledge and experience

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain a strong, positive relationship with the client Contract Administrator and campus constituents
Foster and lead open communications with the assigned Dynamic Campus Operations Leadership Team.
Complete the Strategic Annual Work Plan in collaboration with Campus Leadership and Dynamic Campus Resources
Hold regularly scheduled meetings with institution leadership on significant site issues and successes, risks, opportunities, and general progress towards contractual and business goals
Establish an IT governance practice to ensure the appropriate acquisition, use and cost-effective application of technology
Identify and promote the use, support and realization of innovative technologies at the institution
Implement Dynamic Campus best-practice processes, policies, and procedures, that ensure consistent high quality services
Respond to audit recommendations and findings and implement and oversee corrective measures to rectify any deficiencies
Identify opportunities for efficiencies through technological and workflow improvements and deploy necessary resources to achieve them
Analyze IT Operating budget and identify potential areas for cost savings and efficiencies
Negotiate with 3rd party vendors to achieve best pricing and terms for the partner institution
Lead by example and mentor the IT Staff
Develop and draft Executive Review reports to showcase successes, value-add, and ROI
Adhere to the Dynamic Campus best core values and expectations
Other duties as assigned