Chief Information Officer (CIO)

Chief Information Officer (CIO)

About the Company

Prominent university providing top-tier health & medical education

Industry
Higher Education

Type
Educational Institution

Founded
1901

Employees
1001-5000

Categories

• Higher Education
• Training
• Universities
• Colleges & Universities
• Education
• Idaho State University

Specialties

• higher education
• health professions
• health clinics
• health sciences
• graduate programs
• and medical training

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Chief Information Officer (CIO) to provide strategic leadership and vision for the institution's information technology services. The CIO will be responsible for developing and leading a comprehensive technology strategy that aligns with the university's goals and resource optimization needs. This includes overseeing organizational development, data governance, and ensuring operational excellence in IT services. The successful candidate will also be tasked with compliance, security, and risk management, as well as operational management and resource stewardship, including budgeting and procurement. Collaboration, growth, and personnel management are key aspects of the role, with a focus on innovation, relationship management, and team leadership. Applicants for the CIO position at the company should have a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, with a preference for a Master's degree, and at least 10 years of IT experience, including 5 years in a leadership role. The role requires a proven track record in leading organizational change and technology transformation, particularly within an ERP environment. Strong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder engagement skills are essential, as is experience in budget management and fiscal oversight. The ideal candidate will have a background in higher education and a demonstrated ability to align technology initiatives with institutional goals. Responsibilities also include representing the IT department on various committees and councils and maintaining a thorough documentation of assessments and project needs.

Hiring Manager Title
Vice President of Operations

Travel Percent
Less than 10%

Functions

• Information Technology