Executive Director, Information Technology

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The University of Miami Information Technology & Systems Department has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Executive Director, Information Technology to work in a hybrid capacity based in Miami.

The Executive Director, Information Technology plans, develops and directs the operation of technology information systems. Additionally, the incumbent establishes and administers strategies, policies and goals for the assigned area/s.

Core Responsibilities:

• Works with leadership for the development of competitive strategic plans to achieve the organization’s mission of excellence.
• Utilizes the University technology platform to analyze service efficiency and financial productivity and make recommendations on operational improvements.
• Focuses on productivity management such as labor budget and productivity/process analyses and improvement with decision support and ongoing performance improvement support.
• Collaborates with leadership and Finance to outline strategic technology requirements for major capital expenditures that are recommended in future fiscal years, determined through a strategic planning process.
• Oversees Information Technology’s support services, growth, metrics, human resource and financial functions as they relate to the University of Miami and affiliated organizations.
• Keeps senior leadership informed of technology barriers, advancements, opportunities and resource requirements to execute strategic initiatives.
• Directs the development/maintenance of IT strategic planning, workforce and resource allocation, while maintaining a forward looking vision and strategy.
• Oversees the management and coordination of activities for assigned enterprise-wide information technology projects to include an efficient and timely conclusion.
• Ensures internal control oversight and compliance with laws and regulations, safeguarding of assets, compliance with University policies and procedures, reliability of internal and external reporting, and efficiency and effectiveness of operations.
• Creates an effective control environment, conducts risk assessment, implements, and monitors controls.

Department Specific Functions:

• Directs design and implementation of technology facilities and services to provide excellent support of the educational, scholarly, administrative, and service-related endeavors of the medical school community.
• Researches and keeps abreast of evolving issues, trends, and standards in the design and delivery of technology in medical schools and other areas of higher education.
• Meets regularly with faculty, deans, directors, and student groups to maintain an up-to-date understanding of their academic and administrative endeavors and to exchange ideas concerning existing and new uses of technology for the medical school community.
• Makes recommendations to the Executive Dean regarding ongoing and longer-term technology options and planning.
• Meets regularly with IT leaders to share information and engage in collaborative planning for technology services provided by enterprise IT.  
•  Facilitates the expansion of a robust IT unit aligned the principles, policies, and procedures of ITS.
• Produces strategic, operational, and financial plans for all areas of Academic IT. Proposes and oversees IT budgets.
• Works closely with faculty leaders to design and maintain ongoing facilities and services, plan projects and resolve problems.
• Works closely with faculty leaders to plan necessary continuing professional education and/or other professional development for department staff.
• Produces and/or directs written communications and presentations for the members of the medical school community concerning technology plans and activities.
• Provides planning, budgeting, leadership, and supervision to the IT department, communicates current and projected needs, requirements and options in the college budgeting process, and recommends acquisitions and updates.
• Coordinates long-range planning activities for the technology infrastructure of the college, including administrative/student information systems, computer networks, personal computers, video systems, and voice communication systems.
• Evaluates and recommends vendor contracts for hardware, software, and technology related services as needed; negotiate contracts for the acquisition and maintenance of all systems hardware, software, and telecommunications.
• Establishes standards for desktop computing, user support services and training.
• Directs IT support services and ensures a prompt, efficient, effective, and client friendly technical support operation.
• Maintain a proactive institutional approach to ensuring quality and value of goods and services received.  

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a business or technology field; Masters degree preferred  
• Minimum 5 years of experience in senior IT department management positions in higher education or healthcare preferred
• Experience working with research faculty required
• Experience supporting classroom technology and academic systems required
• Experience working in a health-related industry or academic medical environment preferred 
• Project management experience required
• Project management certification such as PMP preferred  
• Knowledge of business and management principles.
• Ability to direct, manage, implement, and evaluate department operations.
• Ability to establish department goals, and objectives that support the strategic plan.
• Ability to effectively plan, delegate and/or supervise the work of others.
• Ability to lead, motivate, develop, and train others.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Awareness of IT security issues in general.

Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience and/or certifications may be considered.

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The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

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The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff