Director of Information Technology
Cornell College

Job Info

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Cornell College is accepting applications for the position of Director of Information Technology. The director will support the college community by providing vision and leadership in the development and implementation of the college's information technology platforms. This influential position directly impacts planning, implementation, and support of the institution’s major academic and administrative computing activities, voice, and data communications. The director works collaboratively with members of the Cornell community to create a tech environment that is user-focused, flexible, cost-effective, and secure. In this role you will lead a talented team of developers, technicians, and support staff to keep campus connected and up to date with the progressive technology necessary to run business efficiently and prepare our students for their future careers. 

Duties & Responsibilities

• Be the chief strategist and visionary for comprehensive IT planning and implementation, providing ongoing assessment and forecasts of the technology needs to meet the goals of faculty, staff, students, and other members of the Cornell community.
• Take on responsibility for all aspects of information technology support for academic and administrative functions, including the campus-wide data and voice networks, software systems, server, networked personal computer environments, and IT support for faculty teaching.
• Strategically manage relationships with external suppliers and negotiate beneficial contracts for the acquisition and maintenance of all systems hardware, software, and telecommunications to meet budgetary goals.
• Build a strong customer service orientation within the IT organization to support faculty, staff, and students that includes job ticket management and regular project status reporting.  
• Create an operational environment that is efficient (standards), planful (architecture), and secure (business continuity, security).
• As a member of the President’s Council, advise on all policy and investment decisions related to technology, working in close collaboration with executive and administrative staff members in all units of the College.  
• Develop and implement end user training programs for new software and systems and upgrades to current systems; communicate regularly with the campus community.
• Serve as Data Protection Officer for GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation).

Because Cornell College values diversity and strives to create a welcoming community in which all individuals are respected and included, the entire campus community is called upon to engage in dialogue around issues of difference, identity, and ideology. The college is committed to fostering a faculty and staff community that reflects our diverse student body. We encourage applications from candidates who share our vision for a campus that embraces differing backgrounds, viewpoints, and identities, and who will excel at mentoring students who are broadly diverse. (See our diversity statement here.)  

About Cornell College  

Cornell College is a selective liberal arts college distinguished by our Ingenuity curriculum that builds on the strengths of our One Course At A Time schedule. This combination encourages the qualities of being thoughtful, original, and inventive, using the strengths of a liberal arts education to apply ideas to solve problems and meet challenges through hands-on experience in learning. Academic immersion, Division III NCAA athletic teams, and unparalleled flexibility attract an ambitious student body from across the U.S. and worldwide. We are located in Mount Vernon, Iowa, an urban fringe community located in the heart of the ICR Iowa region. 

Qualifications and Education Requirements

A degree in a relevant field, preferably in computer science, engineering, mathematics, or business administration, and at least eight years of progressively responsible experience as a director or assistant director of a complex information systems environment.

Successful candidates will have strategic management experience in information technology in a collaborative customer-service-focused environment.  In addition, substantial experience leading major network, systems, and data center technology organizations and projects is required along with a demonstrated ability to develop enterprise-technology architecture and to lead the implementation of major technology projects.

Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirement may be substituted.

Working Location & Conditions 

The position works in-person with the option for 1-2 days of remote work per week. Late afternoon, evening, and weekend work hours may be required. All requirements may be subject to change over time, with possible modifications made to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.

Cornell College offers a fantastic benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, HSA & FSA accounts, a TIAA 403(b) retirement account, and tuition remission and exchange for employees and dependents. We also offer life insurance, disability insurance, travel insurance, and accident insurance. And, all full-time staff begin with a 4-week vacation accrual along with 14.5 paid holidays per year.  The hiring pay range for the position is $95,000 - $130,000.  

Application Process

To apply, submit a cover letter, resume, and list of at least three professional references through Cornell College's online application system.  Application review will begin on January 8, 2024, and continue until the position is filled. 

Cornell is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women and minorities. Cornell complies with Iowa's Smoke-Free Air Act. Cornell utilizes E-Verify and requires satisfactory completion of a background check.

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