College Information Officer

College Information Officer

We are seeking a self-motivated, hands-on College Information Officer (CIO) to lead our small but dedicated IT team in a working manager capacity. This role requires a leader who can provide strategic direction and departmental oversight while actively contributing to day-to-day operations and project execution.

The ideal candidate will bring a collaborative approach, supporting the team with technical tasks as needed and guiding long-term initiatives to ensure the stability and advancement of the institution's technological infrastructure. Prior experience as a CIO is not required; however, candidates should demonstrate strong leadership capabilities and a solid foundation in managing technology teams and initiatives. This position may be based at either our Winona or Red Wing campus.

This position provides campus leadership for information technology oversight and continuous development, directing the institution's efforts in technology to keep pace with the rapid advancements in technology. Directing all strategic planning and operational planning for technology and information activities at the institution. Lead the technological infrastructure for the institution's operations, to include academic computing, delivery of curriculum via multiple distance learning avenues, administrative computing, campus local and wide-area networking, telecommunications, media services, training and development, Help Desk services, cybersecurity practices, and campus web technology. This position will lead efforts to create and sustain an accountable and transparent environment.

Direct the institution's efforts in technology

• Develop a long-term vision for the role of technology in the institution's operations, learning environments, and community engagement. This vision should integrate with the overall mission and goals of the Institution.
• Ensure that technology investments and initiatives support the academic programs, curriculum, and development. Develop and recommend to senior management a campus-wide plan and strategy for technology infrastructure for technological matters, including the introduction of new technologies and emerging IT security concerns for the Institution.
• Provide leadership to the Institution's administrative team to identify uses of technology to support learning and administrative processes.
• Identify opportunities for technological enhancement that may result in major cost savings, efficiencies, and / or customer satisfaction.
• Communicate developments in technology to the Institution community and the technology team.
• Ensure the security of technology infrastructure and data. Maintaining a secure IT infrastructure and implementing strong cybersecurity measures to protect institutional data, networks, and student records.
• Chair the institution-wide technology committee.
• Develop internal policies and procedures to ensure the safety and integrity of information management systems.
• Identify and assist in providing employee technology training opportunities to maximize faculty and staff potential in the use of technology applications.
• Maintain an accessible, responsive IT support team to assist students and faculty with technical issues.
• Direct the development of multiple technology delivery options to meet the needs of students. By advising in the development, interpretation, and implementation of classroom technologies. Develop and provide support initiatives that allow distance learners comparable access to learning resources as on-campus students.
• Ensure 24x7x365 optimal levels of availability of all information technology services to faculty, staff, and students. Remediate network or IT problems expeditiously with minimal downtime and disruption.
• Ensure that all students and faculty have access to the necessary devices, software, and resources. This may involve initiatives like device lending programs, expanding Wi-Fi access, and offering free or discounted software.

Provide leadership over institutional planning and assessment to advance the institution-wide technology strategic plans.

Lead, supervise, and direct department human and fiscal resources.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Salary Range : $87,098 - $139,466

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualification

Work Shift - Monday-Friday, 7 : 30 am-4 : 00 pm or 8 : 00 am-4 : 30 pm

Telework - Campus-based position with potential for hybrid work flexibility

About

Minnesota State College Southeast is a two-year technical and community college that prepares students for a lifetime of learning by providing education for employment, skill enhancement, retraining, and transfer, to meet the needs of students and the community.

Benefits Information :

At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work / life balance seriously.

Desired Start Date : 07-14-2025

Position End Date : Open Date : 06-04-2