Position Summary The Chief Information Officer is responsible for providing vision and leadership for development and implementation of information technology initiatives. This position directs the planning and implementation of enterprise IT systems in accordance with the mission, core values, and purposes of the college. This position is a contract position and ineligible for non-probationary status.
Salary:
- Range: Appropriate placement on ACCS Salary Schedule B: $104,973 – $149,416
- Placement: Based on documented related full-time work experience
- Doctorate Stipend: $2,000 annually (accredited institution)
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and must submit a complete application packet through the on-line application system to be considered. A complete application consists of the following:
- An online application
- Current résumé
- Copy of college transcripts (Transcript of college work verifying degree requirement; must include degree awarded and date confirmed. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted before the deadline, but official transcripts must be received if employed.)
Application materials must provide documentation that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications. Applicants must provide information from previous employers documenting full-time related work experience if an offer is made.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Manage the daily operations of the information technology resources. Supervise college software support, network support, and technical support personnel.
- Authorize and oversee the deployment, monitoring, maintenance, development, and support of all hardware and software based on institution wide needs.
- Develop configuration and monitoring standards for network performance/security and implements and monitor controls to ensure the standards met.
- Serve as a member President’s council to provide technology leadership in the direction and planning of college wide initiatives.
- Develop and maintain the college Technology Plan, Information Security Plan, and Disaster Recovery Plan in relation to data security and business continuity.
- In association with the Technology Plan, develop budgeting strategies with the leadership of the College in accordance to the mission and purpose of each area. Develop the IT and technology fee budget to accomplish the goals set forth by the Technology Plan and the leadership of the College.
- Analyze complex business needs presented by the user community and clients and recommend technical solutions. Develop plans for implementation of new projects and coordinate process with project leaders.
- Act as a liaison between the managers and supervisors of other departments and Information Technologies to ensure proper involvement in the planning of projects. This would involve assisting in the communication and resolutions of technical problems affecting other departments.
- Support training needs of faculty and staff and any event requiring the assistance of Information Services.
- Provide and maintain departmental outcomes and report in association with SACSCOC and other external regulatory agencies.
- Develop and administer the departmental and technology budget; maintain departmental policies and procedures; maintain technical policies; maintain software licenses all in conjunction with the RCIO
- Direct the activities of personnel engaged in supplying analysis, design and programming services to all departments on campus.
- Establish appropriate priorities, short and long-term plans of action, and organize total activities to achieve desired objectives.
- Provide leadership in streamlining work processes and policies to ensure the College’s services and systems are effective and efficient.
- Assist in the administration and support of the college’s physical security and notification system, developing policies and procedures for surveillance monitoring and retention policies. (VideoInsight Surveillance and Access, SynApps Campus Alerts, CCC Alert)
- Collaborate with Distance Learning Manager and the Academic Vice-President to ensure effective educational technology for academic offerings in Distance Learning.
- Provide leadership for negotiation and administration of vendor, consultant, and service contracts as well as policies and procedure for purchasing and service contracts.
- Provide leadership in partnerships with other IT professionals and associations within higher education, as well as providing leadership and vison for collaboration of shared services within the Alabama Community College System.
- Maintain and enhance collaborative relationships and partnerships with other IT professionals and associations in higher education.
- Perform all duties with professionalism.
- Performs all other such professional duties as assigned by the President.
Qualifications
- A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution is required. Master's degree preferred.
- Professional experience supervising and managing technology departments and systems in a complex organization is required.
- A minimum of ten (10) years’ experience in a leadership position in technology within a higher education environment is required.
- A minimum of five (5) years’ budget creation and management experience is required.
Preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate through their experiences and accomplishments
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated success in planning and implementing projects with organization-wide impact.
- Experience coordinating information technology resources at multiple locations.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, other employees, State Department employees, and the public in a pleasant and effective manner.
- Knowledge and expertise in analyzing computer systems and providing leadership for integration of systems
- Experience with computer applications, various technologies and platforms.
- Knowledge of network architectures.
- Ability to evaluate and effectively implement new service offerings.
- A record of achieving institutional goals and directing major projects from inception to completion.
- A spirit of imagination, openness and congeniality coupled with the ability to act decisively, proactively and fairly.
- Creativity, energy and vision to help plan and lead the growth of a multi-campus college.
- A high level of creative, strategic, and critical thinking.
- Proven effective management and supervisory skills.
- Ability to work under tight deadlines.
- Confidence in decision-making and communication skills.
- Superior communication, problem solving, and team-building skills to establish a climate of trust and collegiality.
- Effective decision-making skills to ensure fairness and consistency.
- Knowledge of institutional policies and procedures.
- Working knowledge of advanced word processing, database, desktop publishing, spreadsheet software, and other current computer software applications.
- Working knowledge of Ellucian Banner software.
- Working knowledge of Server architecture and operating systems.
- Ability to deal with complex supervisory matters.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of information.
- Understanding of the mission and purpose of a comprehensive community college.
- Effective collaborative leadership style.
- Commitment to broad based participation and shared governance that includes faculty, staff, and students.
- Ability to work and communicate with a variety of people from diverse backgrounds including students, college employees, federal and state agency representatives and the public.
- Ability to handle various situations in a calm and professional manner.
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize issues.
- Conscientious- care about how work is done and wanting to do a good job.
- Initiative- respond to downtime by taking responsibility to do other work.
- A focus on details.
- Willingness and desire to learn new things and apply that learning.
Application Procedures/Additional Information Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed application packet in order to be considered for this position. Complete application files must be received no later than the application deadline. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. Applicants must travel at their own expense. Finalist will be required to provide official transcripts that are mailed directly to the Office of Human Resources at Calhoun Community College from the institution(s) granting the credits. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process.
BACKGROUND CHECK STATEMENT:
In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check.
Calhoun Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all post secondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Calhoun Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. The college reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding. Calhoun Community College participates in the E-Verify system to verify employment eligibility for all newly-hired employees.
Calhoun Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Calhoun Community College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org). Specific questions regarding Calhoun's educational programs, admissions, and other matters related specifically to the College should be forwarded directly to the college.
APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:
http://www.calhoun.edu
P.O. Box 2216 Decatur, AL 35609 256-306-2590 256-306-2591 jobs@calhoun.eduBenefits
Sick Leave All regular full-time non-instructional staff earns one day of sick leave which is the equivalent of 8 hours of sick leave per month. Unused sick leave is rolled over to the following year. Upon retirement, employees are allowed to convert unused sick time into service time for the purpose of retirement. Further retirement benefits may be found on this page under Alabama Teacher's Retirement.8 hours per month (may accumulate an unlimited number)
Annual Leave All regular full-time non-instructional staff earn annual leave per month. A complete description of leave benefits can be found with the Human Resources office. 0-4 years 8 hours per month 5-9 years 10 hours per month 10-14 years 12 hours per month 15-19 years 14 hours per month 20+ 16 hours per month (may accumulate up to 480 hours)
Personal Leave All regular full-time non-instructional staff earns up to two (2) regularly scheduled workdays of personal leave per leave year. Unused Personal Leave converts to sick leave if not used.(converts to sick leave at the end of August each year if not used)
Professional Leave Up to 10 days a year of professional development leave with pay may be granted by the President.
Holidays New Year's Day Martin Luther King/Robert E. Lee Birthday National Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans Day Thanksgiving Day Day after Thanksgiving Day Christmas Eve Christmas Day16 (5 locally assigned)
Contracted Work Days 260
Retirement The TRS was established in 1939 to provide benefits to qualified persons employed by state-supported educational institutions. Responsibility for the management and administration of the TRS is vested in its Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. The TRS is a defined benefit plan qualified under Section 401(a) of the Internal Revenue Code. For more information visit The Retirement Systems of Alabama. All regular full-time and part-time employees (non-temporary and non- student) who work at least 20 hours per week are required to participate in The Teachers' Retirement System of Alabama. Tier I - Pays 7.50% monthly. State matches 14.66% (effective 10/01/26) Tier II – Pays 6.20% monthly. State matches 13.70% (effective 10/01/26)
Law Enforcement Officers:
Tier I-Pays 8.50% monthly. State matches 14.66% (effective 10/01/26) Tier II- Pays 7.20% monthly. State matches 13.70% (effective 10/01/26)
Health Insurance PEEHIP, established in 1983, provides health insurance benefits for active and retired education employees and is governed by the PEEHIP Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. For more information visit http://www.rsa-al.gov/index.php/members/peehip
Premium amounts:
- Single $ 30
- Family (without Spouse but with dependents) $ 207
- Employee + Spouse (no dependents) $ 282
- Family (with Spouse and dependents*) $ 307
*Includes $100 per month spousal surcharge Note: The spousal surcharge does not apply to spouses who are independently eligible for PEEHIP.
Tobacco Usage Premium
The tobacco premium applies only to the PEEHIP Hospital Medical and VIVA Health plans. Refer to the Wellness Program section to learn how you and/or your spouse can receive the non-tobacco user discount.
Wellness Premium
The wellness premium applies only to the Blue Cross Blue Shield Hospital Medical Group #14000 plan for non-Medicare eligible active and retired members, non-Medicare-eligible members on LOA or COBRA, and non-Medicare-eligible spouses on active or retired contracts. Refer to the Wellness Program section to learn how you and/or your spouse can receive a wellness premium waiver.
If desired, the employee may elect four options rather than health insurance options to include hospital indemnity, cancer, dental, and vision.
Optional Coverage Plan Premiums
- Cancer, Indemnity, and Vision Single or Family (cost per plan) $ 38
- Dental Single $ 38 Dental Family $ 50
Institution matches $1,048 monthly (effective 10/01/26).
Duty Hours (hours vary by campus and needs of the student)
Tuition Assistance This tuition waiver program is designed for all full-time instructional and non-instructional employees of The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education and their dependents as defined under by policy. The program will be coordinated by each institution for employees within The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education. An application form for the tuition assistance program is available in the Human Resources office and should be completed prior to registration for classes.
Employees/Dependents at two-year colleges:
- 1/3 waived after 1st year
- 2/3 waived after 2nd year
- 3/3 waived after 3rd year
Note: Employee is vested after 10 years in Retirement System. Additional information regarding retirement may be obtained from the Retirement System Web site at www.rsa.al.gov.
