Chief Information Officer (CIO) - Information Technology Systems and Services

Competition Number:
72E26
Position Type:
Staff Position
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
Information Technology Systems and Services
Position:
Chief Information Officer (CIO)
Contract:
Full-Time Permanent Position
Hours of Work:
37.5 hours per week
Salary:

$164,583 to $182,478 per annum 

Reporting to the Vice-President Administration and Finance, the Chief Information Officer (CIO) provides strategic, operational, and administrative leadership for planning, developing, and maintaining the University of Prince Edward Island’s information technology systems and services (ITSS). This includes oversight of solution development and deployment; information security; and information technology operations comprising enterprise applications; client solutions; as well as infrastructure and network

As an integral part of the Vice-President Administration and Finance’s leadership team, the CIO ensures that ITSS supports the University’s strategic goals and academic mission, in a manner consistent with University’s values, policy, and relevant legislation/regulation.

What we offer: 

  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Comprehensive Health and Dental Care Benefits
  • Post Retirement Benefits
  • Tuition Waivers
  • Health and Wellness on Campus available to staff and their families
  • Professional Development Opportunities

RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic & Operational Planning

Lead the collaborative development, implementation, delegation, and monitoring of multi year and annual plans that support University priorities, including:

  • Digital modernization and transformation
  • Enterprise risk management for ITSS, including cybersecurity
  • IT governance and support for Strategic Enrolment Management
  • Ensure delivery of reliable, client focused digital systems and services that support teaching, learning, research, and administrative operations in a resource constrained, high demand environment

Team & Resource Leadership

Provide effective leadership and oversight of ITSS through:

  • Annual budgeting, capital planning, and resource allocation
  • Employee performance, engagement, and development planning
  • Policy and procedure development and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Regular manager check ins to promote accountability, trust, and delegation
  • Integrate enterprise risk management into strategic and operational decision making

University Outcomes

  • Monitor and report on University level performance measures related to digital modernization, service effectiveness, enrolment priorities, and IT risk (including cybersecurity), ensuring alignment between resources, outcomes, and strategic goals

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Master’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or related field
  • 9+ years of progressively senior leadership and management experience in IT systems and services
  • Experience in a post secondary or large public sector environment considered an asset
  • Strong leadership, communication, and problem solving skills
  • Collaborative, consultative approach with a strong customer service orientation
  • Experience with enterprise systems (ERP, facilities management, Microsoft Office)
  • Ability to work independently, take initiative, and follow through
  • Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion

Please refer to Job Description and UPEI Leadership framework. 

Application Instructions:

Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link below.

If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, University of Prince Edward Island, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number 902-894-2895.

UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. If you require accommodation in any part of the process, please direct your inquiries, in confidence, to our HR Officer, hrofficer@upei.ca. Applications will not be accepted via email.

Only those applicants who are invited to an interview will be acknowledged.

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