Vice President of Information Technology - Chief Information Officer
Department: Information Technology
Location: Grand Rapids, MI
The Vice President of Information Technology-Chief Information Officer is the College leader and advocate for academic, administrative and media technologies. Position responsibilities include strategic planning, direction, organization, implementation, and operation of the Information Technology Division. Operational responsibilities include management and oversight of customer support, technology infrastructure, campus networks, telecommunications, administrative and academic systems, information security, media technologies, budget development, technology project management, technology licensing, audits, compliance, acquisitions, installation, and operations.
Requisition ID: 1060
Position Number: 00001901
Employee Group: https://www.grcc.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/employee-groups-resources/employee-groups/professional-management-administration
Schedule: 40 hours/52 weeks
Compensation: $150,000 annually
Benefits: https://www.grcc.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/benefits-insurance
Reports to: President
Posting Opens: 01/06/2026
Posting Closes: Open until filled
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Participate in strategic and operational governance processes of the college as a member of the senior management team.
• Lead IT strategic and operational planning to achieve the college‘s mission, vision and goals by fostering innovation, prioritizing IT initiatives, and coordinating the evaluation, deployment, and management of current and future IT systems across the organization.
• Develop and maintain an appropriate IT organizational structure that supports the priorities and needs of the College. Establish IT departmental goals, objectives, and operating procedures.
• Ensure information security controls are in place. This includes all information security activities across all domains of information security; access control, connectivity/communications, security operations, AD security and event management.
• Ensure IT system operations are in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Partner with College stakeholders where appropriate for compliance policy and procedure review and updates.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Educational Credentials
• Bachelor's degree required in the field of computer science, information systems, or business administration.
• Master's degree in fields with technology as a core component preferred
Work Experience
• Ten years' experience in IT with minimum 5 years of demonstrated IT management experience in a large organization.
• Five years' experience working in Higher Education is preferred.
• Experience in strategic planning and execution.
• Substantial experience with data processing, hardware platforms, enterprise software applications, and outsourced systems, including ERP/SIS, CRM, and LMS, e.g. PeopleSoft/Oracle, Element451, and Canvas.
• Experience with systems design and development from business requirements analysis through to day-to-day management.
• Proven experience in IT planning, organization, and development.
• Proven experience in IT project and change management.
Skills
• Considerable knowledge of business theory, business processes, management, budgeting, and business office operations.
• Good understanding of computer systems characteristics, features, and integration capabilities.
• Excellent understanding of project management principles.
• Superior understanding of the IT role in meeting an organization's goals and objectives.
• Demonstrated ability to apply IT in solving business problems.
• In-depth knowledge of applicable laws and regulations as they relate to IT.
• Strong understanding of human resource management principles, practices, and procedures.
• Superior coaching skills and experience in developing IT staff.
Physical Demands
• The position requires long periods of sitting, standing, reading and writing, listening and speaking.
• Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds.
Mental Demands
• Must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently, both verbally and in writing.
• Must be able to effectively manage high stress employee and student issues and concerns.
Working Conditions
• GRCC will comply with any mandated health and safety requirements. Compliance information is available on our http://www.grcc.edu/policies.
• Must be able to work flexible hours (i.e. night) including occasional weekends.
NEXT STEPS / APPLICATION PROCESS
• Please complete an application: https://www.grcc.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/careers. Submit a cover letter and resume.
• The opportunity to apply for this position will close at the end of the day on the close date referenced at the top of this job posting.
• Grand Rapids Community College is an equal opportunity employer. Visa sponsorship is not available.
NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT
Grand Rapids Community College creates an inclusive learning and working environment that recognizes the value and dignity of each person. It is the policy and practice of GRCC to provide equal educational and employment opportunities regardless of age, race, color, religion, marital status, sex/gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, height, weight, national origin, disability, political affiliation, familial status, veteran status or genetics in all programs, activities, services, employment and advancement including admissions to, access to, treatment in, or compensation in employment as required by state and federal law. GRCC is committed to reviewing all aspects of GRCC programs, activities, services and employment, including recruitment, selection, retention and promotion to identify and eliminate barriers in order to prevent discrimination on the basis of the listed protected characteristics. The college will not tolerate any form of retaliation against any person for bringing charges of discrimination or participating in an investigation. Further information may be obtained from the EEO Office or the Office of General Counsel, 143 Bostwick Avenue NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503-3295.
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