APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Interested applicants must apply through WittKieffer’s portal here. Applications submitted through our careers page at this stage will not be considered.
All applications, nominations and inquiries are invited. Applications should include, as separate documents, a resume and a letter of interest addressing the themes in this profile.
WittKieffer is assisting University of Mississippi in this search. The search will remain open until an appointment is made.
Application materials should be submitted using WittKieffer’s candidate portal.
Nominations and inquiries can be directed to: Nick Giannas and Katie Mazzuckelli kmazzuckelli@wittkieffer.com
POSITION SUMMARY
The Chief Information Officer (CIO) will provide management to the Office of Information Technology (OIT) and vision and strategic leadership to the University to advance the teaching, research, and service missions through the use of technology. The CIO will also be charged with advancing student, faculty, and staff productivity through technology innovations and support.
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION
A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution is required; a Master’s degree is preferred
KNOWLEDGE AND WORK EXPERIENCE
- Ten-plus years of progressive experience as a successful information technology leader, preferably in a complex university
- Experience with strategic planning; effective project planning and execution; fiscal skills, including ability to manage information technology assets; personnel management experience; and, contract management skills
- Experience with the implementation and support of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Student Information Systems (SIS), Learning Management Systems (LMS), and other systems and technologies relevant to education and research
- Strong understanding of the cybersecurity threat landscape in higher education; privacy, security, and compliance knowledge
- Experience in large-scale project management, technology acquisition, and in negotiating with major vendors and suppliers
- In-depth knowledge of current and emerging information technology infrastructure, principles, and applications
LEADERSHIP SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
- A strong communicator with proven written, verbal, presentation, and listening skills. Capable of translating complex technical information for both technical and non-technical audiences. Demonstrated ability to work across all stakeholders to resolve issues. Diplomatic, emotionally intelligent, and adept at seeking and building consensus
- An inspirational, empowering, and respectful leader who will motivate University leadership, staff, faculty, and students to collaborate in achieving University of Mississippi’s objectives
- A visionary strategist capable of translating complex concepts into actionable plans. Skilled at balancing competing objectives to achieve strategic goals. Creative and capable of thinking outside the box
- An adaptable leader with change management experience who supports innovation and necessary organizational changes to improve effectiveness. Capable of initiating, sponsoring, and implementing change while helping others manage it successfully. Proven risk assessment and mitigation skills to effectively handle disaster recovery, cybersecurity threats, and similar challenges
- A proven team leader who is a skilled coach and mentor, strong advocate for IT, and recognizes the success of the staff. Capable of cultivating an inclusive environment and building and retaining effective teams. Leads by example
- A collaborative leader capable of working effectively with OIT staff, peers from other University units, and external partners. Organized and patient in working with others. Introduces and ensures industry best practices
- A person of high integrity and sound judgement, capable of earning the trust of others
Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.
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