Director of Technology - Management Info Systems Supv 2 (MMA)
Permanent, Full-Time
Minnesota North College is seeking to fill the permanent full-time position of Director of Technology.
This position provides planning, coordination, oversight, leadership, and supervision for the Technology Services department. This position leads the development of the technology strategic planning efforts for the college, developing long and short-term plans for the college technology services, including infrastructure, security, classrooms, and applications. This position will advise the college leadership on new technology, and current technology purchases, technology trends in higher education, security, and potential technology risks. The position will supervise, lead, and manage the technical staff to ensure the department operates at an optimal level and supports the needs of the campuses.
Home office can be located at any of the campuses of the Minnesota North College, as determined with the Vice President of Finance & Operations. Travel to all campuses of Minnesota North College will be required.
Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 - 4:30 pm (hours may vary based on need)
GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Includes low cost medical and dental insurance, employer paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plan, tax-deferred compensation, generous vacation and sick leave, and one floating holiday and 11 paid holidays each year. Learn more at: https://mn.gov/mmb/segip/
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field.
Experience in advanced network systems, telecommunications.
Supervisory or lead work experience.
Working knowledge of Active Directory, Windows operating systems, network and web-based applications, and a hands-on ability to diagnose and repair a wide variety of networking hardware and software systems.
Strong oral and written communication skills to clearly convey information to a wide variety of clientele ranging from novice to expert.
Project management skills sufficient to create clear and attainable project objectives, build project requirements, oversee the cost, time, and scope of projects, manage project constraints, and communicate progress and results.
Strategic management and planning skills sufficient for the integration and use of technology to support learning, services for students, and research and management decision-making.
Ability to work non-standard hours required to deal with project work and IT operations during evening and weekends.
Commitment to diversity as well as a demonstrated ability to work successfully with persons of diverse backgrounds including sensitivity to their needs and concerns.
Budget development and management experience.
Preferred Qualification
Leadership and knowledge of IT management principles, practices, processes, and trends in order to effectively manage the department and support the educational mission of the College.
Experience in higher education.
Knowledge of Minnesota State policies, procedures, and programs.
Knowledge of best practices in website development.
Demonstrated ability to learn complex systems and procedures and implement their use in a production environment.
Industry Information Security Certifications, such as Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).
Other Requirements
Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)
Monday - Friday, 8:00 - 4:30 pm (hours may vary based on need)
Telework (Yes/No) No
About
Minnesota North College is comprised of six campuses including Hibbing, Itasca, Mesabi Range (Eveleth and Virginia), Rainy River, and Vermilion. Our campuses are rooted in their communities' rich histories of providing access and opportunity to higher education across northern Minnesota for over 100 years. We are committed to our role as leaders in education, partnering with local schools, business and industry, and government to create opportunities for students and the region.
We look forward to continuing to serve our students, employees, and communities long into the future, and we hope you choose to Head North and join us as an employee for Minnesota North College!
Minnesota North College recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. MN North is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities and veterans. All applicants must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States at the time of employment. This document can be made available in alternative formats such as large print, Braille or audio tape by calling Charlotte Peterson, Vice President of Human Resources (218) 550-2502. AA/EO, Veteran Friendly.