WV Wesleyan College - Chief Information Officer (CIO)

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive, forward-looking IT strategic plan aligned with the college's academic priorities, strategic plan, and long-term vision
• Oversee Computing Services, Audio Visual, Service Center, and the Helpdesk
• Participate in various campus committees to support institutional initiatives and cross-functional collaboration.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to the President, Cabinet, faculty, and staff on all matters related to technology, digital transformation, and data-informed decision making
• Collaborate with academic leaders to integrate technology that enhances liberal arts education, including support for hybrid learning and innovative pedagogies
• Serve as a member of the Strategic Advisory Council for Independent College Enterprise which is a non-profit consortium of private colleges that share information technology resources and consolidate operational functions to improve efficiency
• Oversee the design, implementation, and management of robust, reliable, and scalable IT infrastructure, including networks, servers, cloud services, telecommunications, and classroom/AV technology
• Ensure high availability and performance of critical systems such as the Learning Management System (LMS), email, and enterprise applications
• Lead digital transformation initiatives that improve administrative processes and the overall campus experience
• Develop and maintain comprehensive information security policies, disaster recovery plans, and business continuity strategies
• Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations (FERPA, GLBA, GDPR, etc.) and higher education security standards
• Lead initiatives to establish a digitally enabled campus environment where core business functions—including accounting, budgeting, procurement, human resources, payroll, student services, and institutional reporting—operate through secure, efficient, and largely paperless processes
• Develop a multi-year roadmap for administrative technology modernization that aligns with the College's strategic priorities and financial resources
• Measure and communicate the operational and financial impact of digital transformation initiatives through clearly defined performance metrics

Requirements

• Master's degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Information Systems, Educational Technology, or a related field
• Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive leadership experience in information technology, preferably in higher education
• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing IT strategy in a complex organizational environment
• Strong understanding of liberal arts education and a commitment to the unique mission of small, residential colleges
• Proven track record in cybersecurity, risk management, and regulatory compliance
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences
• Experience with common higher education systems (e.g., Ellucian Colleague, Blackboard, etc.)
• Demonstrated success in leading digital transformation or major technology modernization projects
• Experience working in a liberal arts college or similar mission-driven, resource-constrained environment
• Knowledge of emerging technologies such as AI, learning analytics, cloud computing, and data governance