District Director, Enterprise IT (Intregation Testing)

Nocccd•Anaheim, CA

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About The Position

Under the direction of Vice Chancellor, Educational Services and Technology, the District Director of Enterprise IT Applications and Development provides leadership, supervision, and strategic direction for District enterprise applications with regard to the planning, analysis, design, development, installation, integration, and maintenance of software applications and online systems.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution, preferably with an emphasis in information technology, computer science, or a related field.
Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff.
Minimum of four (4) years of in system design, programming, testing, implementation, and user training and managing related projects.
Additional related experience beyond the required may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
One year of experience supervising staff.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning Systems.
Demonstrated proficiency in utilizing computer applications and a variety of specialized software, including spreadsheet, word processing, and database software.
Experience in the development and administration of computer systems or networks.
Experience in shared governance in an educational setting.
High level of critical thinking, problem solving and analytical skills.
High professional standards and strong interpersonal skills.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Three years of experience supervising staff.
Experience with agile development methodology.

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and coordinate information technology activities and operations with regard to application development and integration.
Develop and execute goals, objectives, policies, and procedures in the areas of application development and integration which guide and govern practices District-wide.
Consult with management and various committees to facilitate the identification and prioritization of current and future administrative application needs and solutions; analyze technology needs and provide direction for software and systems acquisitions and upgrades.
Supervise, hire, train, and evaluate information services department staff engaged in designing, implementing, programming, and maintaining software applications, including in-house and third-party solutions.
Ensure compliance with state and federal requirements and standards and coordinate with departments so that applicable standards are met.
Direct the testing, training, and evaluation of software systems and applications.
Manage large-scale application software implementation projects, including development, integration testing, troubleshooting, training, and final user acceptance.
Direct and coordinate the development, implementation, and monitoring of security policies and practices for applications.
Chair multiple committees and working groups that provide direction and feedback on critical systems, applications and business processes.
Develop, monitor, and maintain the department budget in collaboration with the Vice Chancellor of Educational Services and Technology and prepare related reports; budget for ongoing upgrades and support necessary to sustain needs and future growth.
Direct and coordinate activities with software application vendors; assist the purchasing department in the acquisition of information systems software and services.
Develop, implement, update, and ensure compliance with information technology department program plans and service unit outcomes and prepare related documentation.
Sensitivity to and understanding of the disabilities and diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of students.
Understand universal design principles and guidelines, and relevant policies and laws related to accessibility standards.
Prepare reports, documentation, and proposals pertaining to applications and services; recommend and implement improvements to department documentation processes and standards.
Collaborate with administrators, faculty, and staff in setting priorities for the deployment of enterprise applications to carry out instructional and administrative goals that complement the District’s strategic directions and educational and facilities master plan.
Learn and apply emerging technologies and advances (e.g., computer software applications); participate in developing, selecting, and upgrading computer systems as necessary to perform duties in an efficient, organized, and timely manner; promote research projects and services.
Train, guide, motivate, direct, supervise, and evaluate the activities/services/performance of assigned staff in providing services to faculty, staff and administrators.
May recommend hire, transfer, reassignment, reprimand, disciplinary action, and termination of staff.
Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.