Dean, Technology Services

Dean, Technology Services

Salary: $153,392.00 - $226,631.00 Annually
Job Type: Management
Job Number: 7062-mt-1/26
Closing: 3/6/:59 PM Pacific
Location: Visalia/Tulare/Hanford, CA
Department: Technology Services
Division:

General Description


Under the direction of the Vice President, Administrative Services, the Dean of Technology Services plans, organizes, and directs the District's technology services and operations. The Dean provides leadership and coordination for district-wide technology, information systems, audio-visual, and related media services that support instruction, student services, and administrative functions.

The position manages a broad range of technology systems and services; collaborates and communicates regularly with instructional, student services, administrative departments, and the District's Information Technology Department; and ensures technology planning, implementation, and support are aligned with institutional needs and priorities.

The Dean supervises staff responsible for systems analysis, application development, infrastructure, installation, maintenance, and operations; provides technical guidance, training, and support; and advises leadership on the selection and effective use of hardware, software, and technology solutions.

The role contributes to ongoing and long-range technology planning to improve operational effectiveness, service delivery, and productivity for students, faculty, staff, and the community.

Sequoias Community College District serves a diverse community of learners and is a designated Hispanic Serving Institution. Sequoias Community College District provides a wide range of opportunities in transfer, general education, career and technical programs for our students. We seek candidates who exhibit an understanding and commitment to the community college mission, and who have a passion for student success.

COMMITMENT TO EQUITY:

Sequoias Community College District is committed to the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion and values candidates who have the ability to serve students from diverse academic, cultural, socioeconomic, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds, as well as those students who have been historically underrepresented in higher education. Sequoias Community College District seeks to promote and maintain an environment which is built on mutual respect and free from discrimination by employing faculty members who are equity-minded, collegial, and guided by their dedication to helping students achieve their educational goals. Ideal candidates will share the Sequoias Community College Districts' commitment to be knowledgeable about and implement equitable learning and teaching methods appropriate to serve students from all backgrounds, demographics and experiences.

Job Duties
Provide leadership, coordination, and direct oversight of Technology Services staff supporting districtwide technology systems and applications across all campuses.Manage and oversee technology functions including network infrastructure, software development, database administration, and integrated information systems. Lead the planning, evaluation, and implementation of District technology systems; feasibility studies and conceptual design of the hardware/software requirements of the District and make recommendations on hardware and software solutions; oversee design, implementation, and modifications of systems. Ensure the most appropriate integration of multiple systems.Ensure enterprise systems, attendance accounting systems, and core program modules are fully operational, integrated, and capable of producing required reports; oversee system enhancements and modifications to meet institutional needs.Provide strategic leadership and coordinate District data governance, partnering with the Office of Research, Planning & Institutional Effectiveness to develop, implement, and maintain data standards, definitions, quality practices, and stewardship processes that ensure accuracy, consistency, security, and usability of institutional data, while supporting student success.Ensure that enterprise systems, data warehouses, data lakes, and reporting tools effectively support institutional research, assessment, equity analysis, program review, planning, accreditation, and data-informed strategic decision-making.Ensure compliance with state and federal laws and regulations pertaining to information technology, District reporting of database information, internet and database security, and technology accessibility.Collaborate directly with instructional, student services, and administrative departments to assess needs, determine the feasibility of technology solutions, and translate institutional requirements into specifications.Chair the Technology Committee; facilitate cross-departmental communication; establish priorities; and oversee implementation of committee recommendations.Oversee the development of Requests for Proposal (RFP), Requests for Qualifications (RFQ) and invitations for Bids related to the District's information systems infrastructure, data center and District owned telephone and network systems. Work with the Administration office to negotiate vendor contract Terms and Conditions (T&C's).Chair or serve on various District committees and workgroups as assigned, including accreditation committees and processes.Oversee District telecommunications systems, including planning, infrastructure readiness, and vendor coordination. Establish, implement and maintain refresh schedules for equipment and technology including staff computers, student computer labs, and classroom computers and projectors.Select, assign, train and evaluate staff; evaluate and make recommendations regarding personnel and equipment requirements for the Technology Services Department; and make recommendations to support effective service delivery.Lead District-wide training on various District software systems through scheduled trainings, online instructional videos, and other mediums as appropriate.Oversee the day-to-day management of network security hardware and software, establishing protocols to troubleshoot server and network security-related issues, and to best avoid hacker attacks, phishing, and malicious breaches.Maintain collaborative relationships with students, faculty, staff, administrators, vendors, and external partners to support effective use of technology systems and services; promote adoption through communication, training, coordination, and support.Contribute to the college's vision and direction for technology supporting instruction, student services, and administrative operations; consult with campus stakeholders, participate in cross-functional planning and design teams, and ensure alignment with District technology priorities.Provide regular updates and strategic advice to college and district leadership on technology initiatives, system performance, budgets, and emerging issues; develop and administer technology budgets, forecast resource needs, approve purchases, monitor expenditures, and identify efficiencies and co-funding opportunities.Prepare and present written, electronic, and oral reports to the Board, Superintendent/President, Senior Management, and other administrative staff.Assume other duties normally associated with management.
Qualifications


Any combination equivalent to:Master's Degree in Computer Information Sciences, Technology Management, Information Systems, Educational Technology, Business, or Leadership from an accredited college or university, with an undergraduate degree in Technology or Computer Services, or a related field, AND five years increasingly responsible professional experience in supporting/managing complex networked systems and data centers in computer technology, preferably with two or more years in a supervisory or management capacity related to computer information systems/science
ORBachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems or Computer Information Technology, or Educational Technology AND ten year's increasingly responsible experience in computer systems analysis, design programming and operations, preferably with two or more years in supervisory or management capacity related to computer information systems/science.
ANDDemonstrated sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse academic social, economic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students which pursuant to Title 5 53022 is a core competency and job requirement.
Note: If you do not meet the minimum qualifications for this position (in either education or experience) but feel you possess qualifications that are equivalent to the minimum qualifications, please write a one-page summary explaining your position and submit as a "supplemental attachment" within the "Attachment" section of this application.

Working Conditions:

EnvironmentIndoor work environment.Frequent contact in person and on the telephone with management, supervisory, academic and classified staff.
Physical AbilitiesAbility to sit for extended period of time.Ability to read normal and fine print.Ability to communicate clearly and distinctly to provide information in person or on the telephone. . click apply for full job details