Vice President for Information Management and Technology

Job Level
Senior position
Job Category
Vice President
Sector
  • Technology
Job Status
Areas of Responsibility
  • Information Technology
Experience and Other Skills Required
  • Fifteen years or more of experience in technology management

  • Ten years or more in a senior leadership role (e.g. CTO, CIO, or executive director)

  • Expertise in systems design and implementation, including web-based systems, networking and storage methodologies, data analytics, voice and data communications technologies, systems administration, technical control methodologies, portfolio and resource management.

  • Strong track record of introducing best practices / (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) ITIL methodologies for infrastructure and service delivery projects. Able to combine rigor and discipline with a pragmatic approach to delivering cost effective solutions in a demanding timeframe.

  • Current knowledge in technology infrastructure and delivery methods, system development and documentation standards, service delivery models, and project management techniques.

  • Proficient in technology assessments and building digital and infrastructure roadmaps.

  • Experience working with internal advisory committees of constituents who are users of the services provided; outstanding skills in the development of business cases; demonstrated success in strategic investment planning and implementation.

  • Proficient working in a position that requires a high degree of customer service skills and a proven commitment to promoting and maintaining a service-oriented culture.

  • Ability to think and act strategically, proactively, and with exceptional judgement.

  • Excellent communication skills including the ability to clearly communicate complicated technical topics to non-technical audiences, and ability to inspire and motivate all levels of staff.

Do you want to allow additional education to substitute for required experience? No
Other Skills Preferred
  • Fifteen or more years of experience in technology management at a major institution or private organization

  • PMP Certification (Project Management Professional)

  • ITIL Certification (Information Technology Infrastructure Library)

Description of Job Duties
  • The Vice President for Information Management and Technology (VPIMT) will report to the President of the University and be a significant part of the executive leadership team. This opportunity transcends the traditional Information technology model and requires a strong leader and visionary to focus on driving the overall IT strategy and transformation for one of the premier educational institutions in Texas.

  • The VPIMT has responsibility for the university’s overall technology environment, including critical IT enablement for research and teaching activities of faculty and students, oversight of all information applications and infrastructure related to administrative information technology, information security and the integrity of all components of the environment and its data, and broad technical support for faculty, staff and students. This individual will also serve as the school’s chief information systems liaison and collaborator with University leaders. The VPIMT’s focus will be to provide campus-wide IT strategies and services that will contribute to the success of the University as an intellectual community and facilitate pre-eminence in research, teaching, and service.

  • The VPIMT will build trust and credibility through delivery, demonstrating commitment to operational excellence and customer service to the variety of constituencies and establishing the appropriate operating principals and financial models for computing and technology.

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Posting Open Date 05/24/2018
Posting Close Date at midnight on 08/15/2018
Open Until Filled No
Special Notes To Applicants
  • UTSA is a tobacco-free campus.

  • UTSA is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

  • This is a security sensitive position. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.

  • Applicants who are selected for interviews must be able to show proof that they are eligible and qualified to work in the United States by time of hire.

  • At the discretion of the hiring department, this position posting may be closed once a sufficient number of qualified applications has been received.