GENERAL DESCRIPTION:    William Woods University is seeking a IT Director to provide leadership and guidance including the development of information technology strategy as well as implementation of a university-wide computing system and network infrastructure.  Directs and coordinates activities of Information Technologies staff responsible for administering and maintaining the operation of computer networks, hardware and software necessary to support university-wide computing.  Oversees the administration and services of the telephone & cable systems.  Administers department strategic planning, budgeting, and analysis and recommends institutional policy for information technology.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Directs departmental operations and supervises employees directly and through lower level managers/supervisors. Includes interviewing, hiring, completion of performance evaluations, and termination of information technology staff.
• Oversee the administration and support of the University telephone and cable systems; phone and cable equipment and service to students, faculty and staff. 
• Responsible for network security for the University.
• Oversee the administration and support of computing system(s); make recommendations for and oversee the upgrading of campus networks.
• Develop and manage budgets and plans for technology development.
• Facilitate communication between users to develop information sources for meeting individual departmental computing needs.
• Development, implementation and maintenance of short and long-range computing planning, improving networking of units, inclusion of computing technology in the curriculum, and provision for sufficient technical staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree in Management Information Systems, Computer Science or related discipline required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum five years of job related experience.  Prefer experience in Higher Education and experience managing and/or directing an IT operation.
• Proven experience in IT infrastructure, strategic planning and development, project management, and policy development.
• Good understanding and technical knowledge of current network and PC operating systems, hardware, protocols, and standards, including Jenzabar, Powerfaids
• In-depth knowledge of applicable laws and regulations as they relate to IT.
• Knowledge of business practices and procedures.
• Skill in budget preparation and fiscal management.
• Knowledge of organizational structure, workflow, and operating procedures.
• Knowledge of technological developments and directions in area of expertise.
• Excellent communication, both verbal and written, leadership and organizational skills necessary.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to climb several flights of stairs several times each day.
• Ability to lift, push or pull up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to crouch, kneel, bend or stand for long periods.
• Ability to speak and read English fluently.
• Ability to hear.
• Ability to use a computer keyboard.
• Effective mobility skills required to move about freely and quickly in office and on campus.
• Holds a valid Missouri drivers license.

WORK SCHEDULE:  This is an exempt position requiring 40+ hours per week, 12-month position with evening or weekend work as needed.

Submit a cover letter, resume, application, three professional references & Consent for Background Check to Human Resources, REF: Director, IT, William Woods University, One University Avenue, Fulton, MO 65251.  

posted 4/3/08