Dep EVC, Chief Information Officer

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Dep EVC, Chief Information Officer Job Number : 2024-46919

Please make an application promptly if you are a good match for this role due to high levels of interest.

Category : Executive

Location : Worcester, MA

Shift : Day

Exempt / Non-Exempt : Exempt

Business Unit : UMass Chan Medical School

Department : School - Information Technology - W875000

Job Type : Full-Time

Salary Grade : E4

Num. Openings : 1

Post Date : Aug. 26, 2024

POSITION SUMMARY :

UMass Chan Medical School (UMass Chan) seeks a visionary and dynamic executive to serve as its next Chief Information Officer (CIO).

This is a unique opportunity to help transform and grow a leading school of medicine through leveraging technology in support of the institution's strategic priorities.

Reporting to the Executive Vice Chancellor, Administration and Finance, the CIO will be responsible for the overall strategic planning, implementation, and management of information systems and technology across UMass Chan.

The CIO will ensure that technology solutions align with the organization's goals and provide seamless integration between UMass Chan, UMass Memorial Health Care (UMMHC), and other academic partners.

• The CIO will develop and implement an IT roadmap that aligns with the organization's goals; appropriate restructuring of IT resources, structure, and services;
• enhance the institution's analytics capabilities; collaborate with research informatics leaders to ensure a robust data and research infrastructure;

continued advancement of the information security program; and develop the IT governance structure to ensure the organization's ability to effectively prioritize new technology investments.

The successful CIO will be an experienced and collaborative IT leader who is team-oriented and comfortable building consensus across a highly complex, matrixed enterprise.

The CIO will have strong communications skills and financial savvy and be able to develop and maintain strong working relationships with a diverse group of constituents.

They will be knowledgeable about trends in technology supporting medical education and research. The CIO will be a servant leader who can lead change effectively.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Develop and execute a comprehensive IT strategy and roadmap that aligns with UMass Chan's mission and strategic goals.
• Provide leadership in the planning and implementation of enterprise information systems to support research, teaching, and administrative operations.
• Continue the development of an IT organization with a strong customer service and problem-solving orientation.
• Build and nurture a strong relationship within and outside the organization through effective leadership, proactive collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Model a consistent commitment to UMass Chan's principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Lead the development and adoption of strategies for data management, analytics tools, and technology services.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to understand business needs and translate them into technology solutions.
• Develop strong relationships with the Chief Research Informatics Officer, Chief Research Computing Officer, and CIOs at partner organizations.
• Ensure the reliability, security, and scalability of the company's technology systems and infrastructure.
• Manage the implementation of IT services for new facilities.
• Develop and retain competitive, high-performing technology talent.
• Lead the development and implementation of strategies for data management and analytics tools.
• Coordinate and provide training on technology-based products and services.
• Drive digital innovation and transformation initiatives.
• Identify and implement technology solutions that improve efficiency, productivity, and user experience.
• Optimize the use of operating and capital resources.
• Develop sustainable budget models for IT initiatives.
• Identify opportunities for technology upgrades and process improvements.
• Promote the expansion of services to public partners.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS :

• Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree in information technology, computer science, or related field preferred.
• Ten-plus years of progressive management experience in IT within large, complex organizations.
• Proven track record of strategic planning and leading IT initiatives.
• Experience managing complex IT infrastructure and systems.
• Significant experience implementing new structures, systems, and processes.
• Demonstrated successful experience adopting new processes and systems.

Leadership Skills and Competencies

• Collaborative a consensus-driven leader.
• Strong communicator direct and transparent.
• High EQ superior ability to manage competing interests.
• Strategic a visionary leader who can execute.
• Team builder highly skilled coach and mentor.
• Analytical well-honed critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Experience in healthcare or academic environments preferred.

Inquiries, nominations, and applications are invited. Please direct all application materials to Nick Giannas, Zach Durst, or Katie Mazzuckelli via the WittKieffer Candidate Portal.

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