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Auburn Hiring for Director, Information Technology at Auburn, AL  Full Time

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Requisition Number S3269P
Home Org Name Info Tech
Division Name VP, Facilities Management
Position Title Director, Information Technology
Job Class Code MA67
Appointment Status Full-time
Part-time FTE
Limited Term No
Limited Term Length
Job Summary
INTERNAL POSTING – Only current non-temporary Auburn University and AUM employees are eligible to apply.

Facilities Management at Auburn University seeks candidates for a Director of Information Technology to provide overall vision, leadership, and management of all IT functions in support of instruction, research, outreach, and administrative needs! This includes planning, sourcing, and support of information technology as defined by the overall IT strategy of the University (Office of the CIO) and the unit. This position consults with senior leadership to understand needs that can be supported through technology, recommends appropriate technology strategies, oversees procurement and selection of information technology resources, and recommends policies and procedures for information technology and services.

Why Should YOU Choose Auburn University?

  • Auburn University was named a “Best in Alabama” employer by Forbes! Our employee longevity speaks for itself, with employees staying an average of ten years.
  • Competitive state benefits including retirement plan vesting at 10 years of service, generous leave accrual, and parental leave opportunity.
  • Auburn University tuition assistance for yourself and your dependents. Employees can take 15 hours of classes for free, and dependents receive a 50% tuition waiver.

It’s a Lifestyle: The Auburn/Opelika area is a page right out of Southern Living magazine with an idyllic small-town feel, perfecting a unique balance between a close-knit community and driving consistent growth and development. Paralleling the exponential growth of Auburn University, the Auburn/Opelika area boasts services and amenities that cater to any interest. We’re proud of our top school systems, city services, award-winning restaurants, and the infectious spirit of life in a college town. You can find us nestled halfway between the beach and the mountains in a lower-cost-of-living area, two hours outside of Atlanta or Birmingham. If you’re new to Auburn, we’d love to introduce you. If you’re already acquainted with Auburn, we’ll keep it simple: it’s time to come home!

Our Commitment: Auburn University is committed to a diverse and inclusive campus environment. Visit auburn.edu/inclusion to learn more about our commitment to expanding equity and inclusion for all.
Essential Functions
  • Works with senior leadership to understand instruction, research, outreach, and administrative needs that can be supported through information technology and services and prepares written proposals for significant initiatives.
  • Maintains high level of service quality for end users of information technology, monitors performance against standards or service level agreements, and initiates corrective action with internal or external service providers when appropriate.
  • Recommends or manages budgets and oversees procurement and selection of information technology resources ensuring compliance with University IT standards.
  • Directs technology development, working with IT architectures, hardware and software platforms, networking, system administration, information security, specialized applications, and web or multimedia technologies. Ensures compliance with University IT policies and procedures.
  • Directs IT projects ensuring priorities, planning, documentation and implementation aligns with Information Technology’s strategic goals, IT policies and procedures.
  • Recommends or establishes policies and procedures for information technology and services within the unit, covering project management, unit-level procurement, and issue tracking.
  • Develops and mentors staff. Works to create depth in leadership, management and technical skills. Evaluates associate directors and managers, assists and reviews managers’ evaluation of team members, makes recommendations, and reviews subordinate’s recommendations for promotions.
  • Complies with all University IT policies and procedures. Establishes and administers unit standards, policies, procedures and methodologies for performing tasks.
  • Reviews policies and procedures subordinates have established for their areas ensuring compliance with overarching IT policies.
  • Provides or coordinates on-call support for designated systems or services.
Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.

Experience:
7 years of experience in one or more IT specialties to include infrastructure operations and planning, academic & research computing support, or IT service support. Experience should include 5 or more years in IT management (direct supervision of fulltime employees), project planning and the budgeting process; experience developing support strategies for IT services to users in small to mid-sized units.
Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

Minimum Skills and Abilities
  • Knowledge of information technology principles and applications, computer system management methodologies, information security principles, and new technologies.
  • Knowledge of technical management, information analysis, and company hardware systems
  • Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resources allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
  • Strong knowledge of project management principles
  • Knowledge of budget control methods, policies, and procedures.
  • Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
Minimum Technology Skills
  • Knowledge of information technology principles and applications, computer system management methodologies, information security principles, and new technologies.
  • Knowledge of technical management, information analysis, and company hardware systems
Minimum License and Certifications
Desired Qualifications

Desired Qualifications
  • This position will provide IT support to all departments that report to the Senior Vice President, Business & Administration & CFO, therefore experience using and supporting several of the following business systems is desired: Kronos, Banner Finance, Banner HR, Lenel OnGuard, Assetworks AiM, PeopleAdmin, JDXpert, Qlik, and Anaplan.
Posting Detail Information

Salary Range $88,100-$167,400
Job Category Executive/Director/Management
Working Hours if Non-Traditional
City position is located in: Auburn
State position is located: AL
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
Posting Date 12/14/2023
Closing Date
EEO Statement
Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.

AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link for Internal Postings https://www.auemployment.com/postings/42404

 

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