Position Details

Position Information

Position Title
Deputy Chief Information Officer (Deputy CIO) / Acting Director of Enterprise Systems

Department
Information Services - Office of VP -Group

Pay Type
Exempt

Appointment Type (A)
Continuing Full-Time

Hours Per Week
37.5

Number of weeks
52 weeks per year

other - # of weeks
52

Benefits Eligible
Full Benefits

Geographical
Regional

Qualifies for Relocation Reimbursement
No

Work Schedule

Job Description

General Scope of Duties

General Scope of Duties

The Deputy Chief Information Officer (Deputy CIO) serves as the senior technology strategist and operational leader within Library & Information Technology at Connecticut College. Reporting directly to the Vice President for Information Services and Librarian of the College (CIO), the Deputy CIO is responsible for translating institutional strategy into technology execution, ensuring the operational resilience and scalability of the College's technology infrastructure, and serving as the primary technology leadership partner to the VP. During an initial transitional period (12-14 months), this role will also serve as Acting Director of Enterprise Systems, providing direct oversight and stabilization leadership to the Enterprise Systems team while the College evaluates its long-term ERP modernization path. Following this initial period, the role transitions to broader strategic oversight while serving as the VP's primary strategic partner for all infrastructure and enterprise systems initiatives. This position is in-person with potential to work remotely one day per week; In-person collaboration will be essential for key events and meetings.

General Duties and Responsibilities

Primary Duties and Responsibilities
• Serve as the operational and strategic technology leader for Library & Information Technology, partnering closely with the VP to advance divisional and institutional priorities
• Provide interim leadership and direct supervision to the Enterprise Systems team, ensuring continuity of operations, staff support, and forward progress on key systems initiatives during a transitional period
• Provide direct supervision and professional development support to the Assistant Director of Network and Systems Infrastructure, Technical Lead for Enterprise Applications, and the Technical Lead for Web Applications, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Ensure technology projects are scoped, resourced, prioritized, and delivered in alignment with institutional goals (in collaboration with L&IT Project Manager)
• In collaboration with direct reports, Lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive technology roadmap, including cloud strategy, identity and access management, and systems integration
• Partner with the Director of Information Security to ensure technology infrastructure decisions incorporate security, privacy, and compliance requirements from the outset
• Collaborate with institutional stakeholders across academic affairs, finance, student life, and advancement to ensure technology services are responsive, equitable, and mission-aligned
• Assess opportunities for infrastructure consolidation and modernization, including network upgrades, data center strategy, and disaster recovery planning
• Serve as the technical expert for vendor evaluations and contract negotiations across all infrastructure and enterprise systems domains

Secondary Duties and Responsibilities
• Contribute to divisional budget planning, resource prioritization, and zero-based budget processes in alignment with the College's financial sustainability goals
• Support the VP in developing and presenting technology strategy to the President's Cabinet, Board of Trustees, and other institutional governance bodies
• Lead or co-lead vendor relationship management for major technology contracts and partnerships
• In collaboration with library colleagues, advance the College's AI@Conn initiative by identifying responsible, scalable, and pedagogically sound applications of generative AI across administrative and academic functions
• Promote data governance, data stewardship, and institutional data literacy across the division and the broader College community
• Contribute to policy development related to technology use, information security, accessibility, and digital equity
• Represent Library & Information Technology in cross-divisional working groups, task forces, and committees

Tertiary Duties and Responsibilities
• Engage in professional development by participating in relevant conferences, workshops, and training, including EDUCAUSE, NERCOMP, CLAC, and peer consortium engagements
• As appropriate, participate in the life of the College by attending campus events such as L&IT speakers and events, athletic games, gallery openings, arts performances, student exhibits, and other signature experiences
• Other duties or responsibilities as may be assigned

Education and Skills
• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree strongly preferred
• At least seven years of progressive leadership experience in higher education information technology, with demonstrated success managing complex, multi-functional technology environments
• Demonstrated ability to lead through ambiguity, including navigating organizational change, evolving technology landscapes, and institutional decision-making processes that are still in formation
• Experience leading or significantly contributing to large-scale enterprise systems initiatives; direct ERP implementation experience is valued but not required
• Strong change management and business process improvement skills, with the ability to bridge functional units and technical teams
• Strong project portfolio management skills with the ability to prioritize competing demands in a resource-constrained environment
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a culture of belonging and ensuring technology solutions are accessible and inclusive for all members of the campus community
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills across technical and non-technical audiences
• Experience supervising and developing professional staff with varied technical backgrounds
• Familiarity with cloud strategy, identity and access management, and information security frameworks
• A service-oriented mindset with the ability to build trust and credibility across the campus community
• Experience with or strong interest in the responsible implementation of generative AI in a higher education context

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demands

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods
• Frequent movement within office and campus environments; ability to traverse campus and navigate multi-level buildings
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds occasionally
• Repetitive motions including typing, using a mouse, and handling documents
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and electronically
• Visual and auditory ability to complete job-related tasks

Driving Required
No

Salary Range
$120,000 - $150,000

Note

Connecticut College is committed to fair and competitive compensation. The final offer will reflect the candidate's experience, education, and the institution's pay structure to ensure internal equity.

Posting Detail Information

Open Date

Applications accepted through

Open Until Filled
No