Director, Information Systems & Technology, Education

Georgia State University • Atlanta, GA

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About The Position

Georgia State University’s College of Education & Human Development (CEHD) is committed to high quality instruction, employment and high impact research to a population that reflects the diverse composition of our state and nation. Over 45 years, the College of Education & Human Development has experienced significant student and resource growth, been recognized for its development of effective teachers, increased external funding, and assembled an internationally recognized faculty and staff. The college has made great strides since its founding, and our future is even brighter.
We offer undergraduate, graduate and non-degree programs for professionals in education, human development and health-related fields. We draw on the expertise of our faculty and staff, expect the best of our talented students and are inspired by the opportunities of our urban setting. At Georgia State’s College of Education & Human Development, we are moving lives forward.
The Department is seeking a dedicated and experienced Director of Information Systems & Technology.
The CEHD is seeking to hire a Director, Information Systems & Technology, CEHD to provide professional, technical and administrative leadership in the direction and effectiveness of the college's information systems. The Director must ensure our IT infrastructure is reliable, secure, cost efficient, and strategically sound. The scope of responsibility will include these specific duties but is not limited to the following:

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
• At least 5 years of experience in management, direction and support of local area network and related technologies, with at least 3 years at the department/division level.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with server administration.

Responsibilities

• Directs/Manages the design, implementation, and support of administrative and academic computing and technical resources for the College of Education and Human Development, comprised of multiple servers and multiple departments, at GSU
• Leads and manages the Information Technology and Systems Support unit for the college
• Makes recommendations and provides technical support to Sr. Management to perform needs assessment and long-range planning assistance
• Directs technology-based operations for the College, including design and administration college-wide data networks and communications, classroom technology design and maintenance, database design and support, web server support, troubleshooting and problem resolution
• Develops, implements, and audits standard operating policies and procedures, to include timeliness, quality, documentation and security of I.S. department responsibilities
• Provide technical expertise and leadership to cross-functional teams coordinating and performing project activities impacting IT within the college
• Supervision of college IT staff, Graduate Assistants and student assistants
• Responsible for data protection and security
• Evaluation of hardware and software

Benefits

• A flexible work environment
• Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.
• Professional development opportunities and mentorship

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees