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Chief Information Officer - CUNY TV (IT Computer Systems Manager 4) - Provisiona

Consortium for School Networking, Long Island City, New York, United States, 11101


Chief Information Officer - CUNY TV (IT Computer Systems Manager 4) - Provisional

Qualifications, skills, and all relevant experience needed for this role can be found in the full description below.GENERAL DUTIESI.T. Computer Systems Managers manage and direct an Information Technology area at a College or University level. They set policies and procedures, direct technical staff, and maintain responsibility for administrative as well as technical issues within their assigned area(s) of responsibility. They may manage major and/or large, complex information systems activities and/or manage a unit or group.This job is in CUNY's Classified Managerial Service. The full specification is available on our web site at CUNY Job Specifications.CONTRACT TITLEComputer Systems ManagerFLSAExemptCAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATIONCUNY TV, the City University of New York’s television station, has been educating and informing viewers for more than three decades, remaining committed to extending CUNY’s academic mission to offer lifelong learning opportunities to all New Yorkers. Established in 1985, CUNY TV reaches 7.3 million broadcast households in the New York metro area from its studios at the CUNY Graduate Center.We are looking for an experienced CIO (Chief Information Officer) to oversee the use of Information Technology (IT) in the organization. The successful applicant will devise the organization's IT strategy and ensure that all systems necessary to support its operations and objectives are in place. An excellent CIO must have a solid IT background and consistently keep up to date with advancements in the field.Key Responsibilities:Set objectives and strategies for the IT department.Select and implement suitable technology to streamline all internal operations and help optimize their strategic benefits.Design and customize technological systems and platforms to improve customer experience.Plan the implementation of new systems and provide guidance to IT professionals and other staff within the organization.Approve purchases of technological equipment and software and establish partnerships with IT providers.Oversee the technological infrastructure (networks and computer systems) in the organization to ensure optimal performance.Direct and organize IT-related projects.Monitor changes or advancements in technology to discover ways the company can gain competitive advantage.Analyze the costs, value, and risks of information technology to advise management and suggest actions.NOTES:An appointment to this Competitive title/position in the Classified Civil Service Title Series will be made with a Provisional status. Employees in provisional status must pass a competitive civil service examination and be appointed from a civil service list to remain in the title/position.Until further notice, this is a hybrid position, eligible to work remotely and on-site in the office.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSSix (6) years of progressively responsible full-time paid information systems technology experience, at least eighteen (18) months of which shall have been in an

administrative or managerial capacity

in the areas of computer applications programming, systems programming, information systems development, data telecommunications, database administration or a closely related area.Education at an accredited college or university may be substituted for the general information systems technology experience at the rate of one (1) year of college for six (6) months of experience up to a maximum of four (4) years of college for two (2) years of experience. In addition, a master’s degree in computer science or a closely related field from an accredited college or university may be substituted for an additional year of the general information systems technology experience. However, all candidates must possess the eighteen (18) months of administrative or managerial experience described above.Experience in an

administrative capacity

must include responsibilities such as: monitoring an IT budget; reviewing and approving IT procurement and invoice payments; reviewing and approving contracts with vendors; monitoring and approving IT projects; setting standards and best practices; risk evaluation; organizational development; and/or overseeing vendor relationship management.Experience in a

managerial capacity

must include responsibilities such as: strategic planning for an office/division; creating and implementing policies; setting standards and best practices; defining and documenting project scope; and collaborating with other managers and executives to define the future state of the IT program.The following types of experience are

not

acceptable: superficial use of preprogrammed software without complex programming, design, implementation or management of the product; use of a word processing package; use of a hand-held calculator; data entry; operation of data processing hardware or consoles.OTHER QUALIFICATIONSPreferred:The ideal candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities:Bachelor’s degree or higher in computer science, engineering, or another related field.Proven experience as a CIO or similar managerial role.Excellent knowledge of IT systems and infrastructure.Solid understanding of data analysis, budgeting, and business operations.Superior analytical and problem-solving capabilities.A strong strategic and business mindset.Excellent organizational and leadership skills.Background in designing/developing IT systems and planning IT implementation.Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities.COMPENSATIONThe salary is

$150,000 .CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study, and generous paid time off.HOW TO APPLYFor full consideration, submit a cover letter and resume online via CUNY's web-based job system, addressing how your experience and credentials fulfill the responsibilities and qualifications outlined.CLOSING DATEAugust 7, 2024.JOB SEARCH CATEGORYCUNY Job Posting: Managerial/ProfessionalEQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYCUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category.

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