Director of Enterprise Systems and Development
The Director of Enterprise Systems and Development is responsible for leading the team that provides the planning, management and development of enterprise systems and web-based applications at NSU. These technology-based solutions are designed to support improved decision-making, enhanced administrative support processes and improved resource utilization within academic and administrative departments. The Director will lead the team in Enterprise Systems and application development and be expected to instill a strong customer service orientation and sound principles of project management to the team. This position represents the Enterprise Systems and Development department on system-wide committees and serves on the NSU NET Services Coordinator's Council. As data administrator, the incumbent works with the system-wide Data Administrator to maintain the reliability and accuracy of institutional data and reporting. This position reports directly to the Vice President of Technology/Chief Information Technology Officer and works in collaboration with others within and outside the division of NET Services.
The ability and willingness to provide excellent service and to work in a collegial manner with students, faculty and staff, and other constituencies is essential.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Work with the system-wide Data Administrator to maintain the reliability and accuracy of institutional data and reporting;
- Work with Communications and Marketing on web development projects, including content management and application development;
- Serve as the administrator for web and application development servers;
- Plan for the collection of data, its integrity and reliability, and its availability for the operation of the University; for advisement of, and service to students; and to provide management information to decision makers;
- Plan for the integration of information from the various departments to the statewide information systems and vice versa;
- Analyze and write computer programs for collection, maintenance, and reporting of data for the institution and, if required, for state or federal agencies;
- Monitor production and distribution of data processing reports and reviews reports for accuracy and applicability.
- Lead in the stewardship of the university's enterprise systems to maximize the investment and enable the full deployment of its capabilities;
- Act as the liaison for the department with other campus departments, the regental system, and vendors in matters related to the enterprise and web systems and all related systems;
- Utilize proven project management techniques to provide timely and effective support and services to departments;
- Perform programming analysis, design, development and documentation as needed;
- Proactively communicate and ensure that constituents are informed of relevant issues in a timely manner;
- Develop, implement, maintain and support select internal applications used by NET Services, the Center for Statewide E-learning and other departments on campus;
- Performs other duties as required.
MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Interview, select, supervise, and evaluate department personnel;
- Establish goals, strategies and work plans to ensure optimized operation of the enterprise and web systems;
- Prepare departmental budget and manage department within budget constraints.
EDUCATIONAL/EXPERIENCE REQUIRMENTS:
- Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred, with focus in computer science, computer information systems, software development, or related field;
- At least three years' experience in the management and oversight of a technology-related department.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- 4+ years progressive experience in application development;
- 2+ years of recent management experience, preferably in technology-related position within higher education;
- Strong technical knowledge of administrative software applications, client/server software, web development tools, relational/non-relational databases, and SQL/PLSQL required;
- Strong technical knowledge of PHP, Java, XML, XLST, HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, JQuery, JavaScript, .NET, and Visual Basic;
- Experience with IBM Cognos or SAS and Ellucian ERP or similar systems is highly desirable;
- Experience with content management systems (Drupal) and mobile application development preferred;
- Knowledge of business intelligence and data warehousing in a higher education context would be ideal;
- Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with the NET Services staff, the campus community and the regental system;
- Excellent organizational and communication skills required;
- Ability to multi-task and demonstrated knowledge of project management.
Application: Review of applications will begin immediately. Position is open until filled. For more information regarding this position, and to apply, visit: https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu. Click on 'Northern State University' in the Quick Search section. The system will guide you through the electronic application form. AA/EOE
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