Vice President for Information Technology

*Posting Number:*Staff_0403374 *Classification Title:*Staff *Working Title:*Vice President for Information Technology *Datatel Position ID:*INTE1VPINFTE1A *Annual Hours:*12 Month *Placement Range:*Commensurate with education and experience. *Position Type:*Regular *Job Category:*Exempt *General Description:*The Vice President for Information Technology (VPIT) is a visionary, strategic, and transformative leader dedicated to advancing the college’s mission through innovative and effective technology solutions. Serving as the Chief Information Officer, the VPIT will energize the Information Technology Services (ITS) and Institutional Effectiveness departments while fostering collaboration with the campus community and external partners. A strong and empathetic listener, the VPIT will navigate competing interests to develop a cohesive, secure, and process-driven technology strategy aligned with institutional goals. Key responsibilities include providing leadership in technology planning, cybersecurity, and resource management, and coordinating efforts across departments. The VPIT is also accountable for long-term strategic planning, budgeting, and staffing, as well as supervising and mentoring staff to ensure the effective delivery of technology services. *Reports To:*Executive Vice President *What position(s) reports to this position?:*Director of Information Technology Infrastructure Director of Technology Support Services Director of ERP Solutions – Workflow Director of ERP Solutions – Data Director of Institutional Effectiveness ITS Administrative Assistant *Minimum Education/Experience:*Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration or a related field. Minimum (7) years’ of progressively responsible professional computer information systems experience in a senior level IT leadership role, delivering information technology services and programs for a large, complex institution. Demonstrated experience managing multiple technical teams, large-scale projects, and complex budgets. Equivalency/substitution: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration or a related field plus a minimum (9) years’ of progressively responsible professional computer information systems experience in a senior level IT leadership role in lieu of Master’s degree will be accepted. *Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:Knowledge: *Expertise in IT governance, cybersecurity frameworks, and IT risk management strategies. Working knowledge and experience with applications, platforms, and programs, including cloud-based architecture, for complex technology services function. Knowledge and in-depth understanding of trends and innovations in information technology and their application to higher education, data preservation, and computer forensic procedures with analysis and application of data and telecommunications systems, and network security principles. Knowledge of systems development/maintenance/troubleshooting and complex project management. An understanding of the philosophy and mission of a comprehensive community college. Commitment to innovation in the efficient and effective use and development of technology that supports the College’s mission. Knowledge of national trends and developments in information technology. Higher education and private sector knowledge and work experience. * Skills: *Proficiency in overseeing complex IT projects, ensuring timely delivery and effective resource allocation. Strong data-driven decision making skills to evaluate institutional needs and IT solutions.* *Strong interpersonal skills, creative problem-solving skills and the ability to build consensus leading a team and fostering collaboration and professional growth. An accomplished facility in oral and written communication. Experience leading cloud based initiatives and cybersecurity initiatives. Skilled in managing vendor contracts, technology procurement, and external partnerships. * Abilities:* Ability to provide creative internal and external leadership for the continued development of technology, innovation, data governance, cybersecurity and anticipate future trends to guide the institution toward transformative advancements. Ability and proficiency in assessing and implementing IT systems that align with institutional objectives. Ability to work independently and reliably to ensure activities are completed to accomplish established objectives and outcomes. *Physical Demands/Working Conditions:PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:* Medium work: This position requires the person to occasionally exert up to 50 pounds of force and frequently exert up to 20 pounds of force and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to grasp, lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. This position requires the person to frequently move about the various OCCC campuses. This position requires the person to frequently communicate with and listen to administration, faculty, staff, students, vendors, and others to perform the essential functions of the position. Must be able to exchange accurate information in various situations. This position requires the person to frequently remain in a standing and stationary position. This position requires the person to frequently operate a computer, other office machinery, and mobile devices to perform the essential functions of the position. This position requires the person to operate equipment that frequently involves repetitive motions of hands and wrists. This position requires the person to occasionally ascend/descend a ladder, scaffolding, etc. to perform the essential functions of the position. This position requires the person to frequently position self to move, lift, push, pull, work on, or operate and/or inspect equipment. This position requires the person to perceive attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips. This position requires the person to judge, observe and assess the accuracy, neatness, thoroughness of work assigned or to make general observations. This position requires the person to have visual discernment of color and shapes to perform the essential functions of the position. This position’s essential functions are performed both indoors and outdoors. When working outdoors this person may occasionally be subject to extreme cold (temperatures below 32 degrees) and extreme hot temperatures (temperatures above 100 degrees). This position requires the person to communicate above ambient noise levels and exchange accurate information in various situations. This position requires the person to frequently be exposed to hazards such as but not limited to: close proximity to moving mechanical parts and/or electrical current; working on scaffolding and high places; exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals, oils, and/or other cutting fluids. This position requires the person to occasionally be exposed to fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, or poor ventilated areas. This position requires the person to occasionally perform essential functions in narrow aisles or passageways. *Preferred Qualifications:*Doctorate or equivalent terminal degree in Management Information Systems & Services, Management in Technology, Business Administration Management or related field. Previous work experience in a senior leadership role in an Information Technology department at an institution of higher education. *Required Training:*Quarterly compliance training as assigned by institution *Work Hours:*Generally 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday – Friday. Some evening and weekend hours may be required. *Department:*Information Technology Services *Job Open Date:*04/21/2025 *Open Until Filled:*No *HR Contact:*Beth Holmes *Special Instructions to Applicants:*Applicants are to thoroughly complete the electronic application and attach the required documents: Cover letter, resume and transcript confirming required college coursework and hours. Applicants who do not attach the required documents will not be considered for the position. For application assistance, please contact Human Resources at (405) 682-7542, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM. *Job Duties (Position Specific):*To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description. *Job Duties (Duties Assignment Statement):*Provide strategic vision, leadership and planning for the development and implementation of institution-wide information technology services initiatives. Develop and maintain a vision for the future technology needs at OCCC and recommend strategies, priorities, and projects that align with and support the achievement of the College’s strategic goals and objectives. Lead efforts to optimize access and usage of data across campus, including the development of capabilities related to analytics in support of key institutional goals. Maintain an awareness of the Higher Education IT environment, including policy, technologies, digital advances, etc. that adhere to the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education policies and guidelines, and applicable laws. Develop, recommend, and administer policies and procedures related to all phases of the College’s technology systems. Plan, lead and manage the operations of the Information Technology Services Department. Envision and plan new and enhanced resources and services. Consult, advise, collaborate, and communicate with the campus community and serve as the College liaison with external partners on a variety of issues related to the functions of Information Technology Services and the needs of the institution. Supervise the Director of Institutional Effectiveness (IE), providing direction and support for data-driven decision making, ensure the IE department meets its objectives, including accurate data reporting, analysis, and compliance. Align data and reporting processes with institutional goals, accreditation requirements, and state/federal reporting compliance. Provide leadership, direction, and development to all department directors ensuring institutional strategic goals and objectives are met. Provide effective leadership with College staff, and with external constituencies and agencies clearly articulating and representing the College’s technology priorities, needs, and visions. Develop and maintain an effective organization through the hiring, supervision, development and motivation of personnel utilizing their individual talents to achieve short and long-range objectives. Align IT priorities with priorities of user departments in support of process improvement initiatives and institutional goals and strategies. Provide advice and recommendations as required concerning functional areas and services of IT. Mitigate cybersecurity risk and threats to institutional data and information systems. Implement systems which ensure the security of the College’s network and technology systems. Implement and manage an Information Security Program that protects the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of institutional data and information systems. Implement controls and processes that aid in the College’s preparedness, timely response, and rapid recovery in the event of a cyber-attack, natural disaster, or other emergencies. Develop and monitor department budgets that will accomplish the College’s technology objectives and outcomes. Participate in local, statewide, regional, and national councils and committees. Establish procedures and systems to ensure that college networks, hardware, and software are properly integrated and meet College standards. Ensure that technology is efficient and effective and falls within a well-defined technology strategic plan to meet College needs, objectives, and outcomes. Provide leadership in developing the recommendation priority list for the advancement of technology for the College. Advise the President on significant matters and support the other members of management in the achievement of their goals and operational purposes. Performs other job-related duties as assigned or as become evident. *Job Duties (Safety / Policy & Procedures):*Abide by the policies and procedures published in the Board of Regents Policies and College Policies & Procedures. Contribute to a safe educational & working environment. Adhere to established safety and health procedures and practices for the purpose of providing injury and illness prevention for self and others. Complete quarterly health and safety training pursuant to OCCC’s established safety and health procedures and practices. Participate in all applicable OCCC emergency, evacuation, shelter in place drills, and be prepared to take action and assist others in taking appropriate action should a health or safety emergency occur.

Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, US

Posted Date: 7/19/2025