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Associate Vice President and Deputy Chief Information Officer
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Position Number: 5735516
Location: Fresno, CA
Position Type: Academic Vice Presidents and Provosts

Application deadline:
December 2, 2024
12:00 p.m. Noon, PT

California State University, Fresno (Fresno State)
Associate Vice President and Deputy Chief Information Officer

California State University, Fresno (Fresno State), one of 23 campuses in the California State University system, seeks a forward-thinking, inclusive, collaborative, and approachable leader as its next Associate Vice President and Deputy Chief Information Officer. Applications and nominations are invited.

In collaboration with the Vice President and Chief Information Officer, the Associate Vice President and Deputy Chief Information Officer will provide division-wide operational leadership in technology services that support more than 24,000 students and 2,500 employees, working in a division with 85 team members across ten departments. The Deputy Chief Information Officer will also provide direct oversight for two areas: the Project Management Office and Enterprise Applications and Information Systems. Technology Services is deeply committed to the education and empowerment of students. The Deputy CIO will have an overarching priority of championing student success.

Nestled in the center of California, Fresno State serves as an anchor to one of the richest agricultural valleys in the world and one of the most culturally diverse regions in the country. Fresno State is a minority-serving institution with federal designation as a Hispanic- Serving Institution (HSI) and Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), reflecting the ethnic and cultural richness of Central California. The University serves over 24,000 students and offers degrees in 72 bachelor's, 49 master's and three doctoral subject areas, and nine certificates of advanced study programs housed within its eight schools and colleges. Deeply committed to the success of its students, Fresno State admits, enrolls, and graduates hard- working students from families of all income levels in larger numbers than ever before. About 87% of Fresno State's students hail from the surrounding San Joaquin Valley and 65% are the first in their families to earn a college degree. It's a statistic virtually unparalleled among doctoral universities in the United States.

Boasting approximately 300 days of sunshine a year, Fresno is the fifth largest city in California and the ninth most diverse city in the United States, with a multi-ethnic population of over 544,000. The surrounding area offers breathtaking natural scenery, vast agricultural bounty, a vibrant arts scene, and all the amenities of a large city as well as the charms of nearby small towns. The University is within a one- to two-hour drive of three national parks – Yosemite, Sequoia, and Kings Canyon – and Fresno is within easy driving distance of San Francisco, Los Angeles, the Monterey Peninsula, and Lake Tahoe.

The salary for this position will be determined based on qualifications and related experience. It is expected the new hire will begin at $150,000 to $180,000 per year. A comprehensive benefits package is offered as well. Additional information about this exceptional opportunity, including a full list of required and desired characteristics and how to apply, is available at https://www.academicsearch.org/open-searches-public/entry/20108/?search=20108 or by scrolling to the position listing at www.academicsearch.org under the "Open Searches" tab. Prospective candidates may arrange a confidential discussion by contacting Dr. Shirley Robinson Pippins at Shirley.Pippins@ academicsearch.org or Rodney Clark at Rodney.Clark@academicsearch.org. Nominations may also be submitted directly to AVPCIO@academicsearch.org by email.

Interested applicants will apply through California State University, Fresno. To do so, go to https://careers.fresnostate.edu/en-us/job/542577/associate-vice-presidentdeputy-chief-information-officer to complete the employment application, including attaching a cover letter that addresses the responsibilities and requirements described in the search profile; a curriculum vitae; and a list of three professional references. References will not be contacted without the explicit permission of the candidate. This position is open until filled, but only applications received by December 2, 12:00 p.m. noon Pacific Time, can be assured full consideration.

California State University, Fresno is committed to maintaining and implementing employment policies and procedures in compliance with applicable state and federal equal employment opportunity laws and regulations. Executive Order 883 prohibits discrimination and Executive Order 927 prohibits harassment, on the basis of a protected status: race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex (including gender identity), sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition and covered veteran status. Fresno State's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring, and retention. We are proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with California State University, Fresno. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Fresno State has identified as sensitive. The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. This position may be a "designated position" under the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. This will require the filing of a Statement of Economic Interest on an annual basis and the completion of training within six (6) months of assuming office and every two (2) years thereafter. Fresno State is a tobacco- free, smoke-free and vapor-free campus.