Required PositionFull-time Appointment
ResponsibilitiesVacancy Status: Existing position
Reporting to the Vice-President, Finance & Administration, the Associate Vice-President (AVP), Information Technology (IT) provides senior executive-level strategy and operational oversight for the University’s digital infrastructure, cybersecurity, and enterprise systems. The incumbent ensures that IT solutions and data governance support the University’s tricultural mandate and a bilingual, diverse academic community. The Associate Vice-President, Information Technology facilitates equitable access to technology and advances institutional goals through innovative digital strategies. The incumbent oversees the integration of robust technology frameworks to support long-term planning and operational excellence across the University.
Strategic Digital Transformation & Governance - 15%- Spearheads the development and execution of a comprehensive IT strategic plan that aligns with the University’s mission and tricultural mandate.
- Stewards institutional data assets by implementing rigorous governance frameworks that ensure data integrity, privacy, and security across all platforms.
- Orchestrates the alignment of IT initiatives with academic and administrative priorities to foster a seamless digital experience for students, faculty, and staff.
Enterprise Infrastructure & Cybersecurity Operations - 30%- Champions the modernization of campus-wide network infrastructure and cloud-based services to support high-performance research and remote learning.
- Synthesizes complex security protocols to protect sensitive institutional data against evolving cyber threats, ensuring compliance with privacy legislation.
- Advocates for the continuous improvement of disaster recovery and business continuity plans to minimize operational risks.
Academic & Administrative Systems Maintenance and Support - 30%- Spearheads the optimization of the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Student Information Systems (SIS) to enhance enrollment, financial aid, and HR workflows.
- Orchestrates the delivery of innovative learning management systems and classroom technologies that support bilingual and Indigenous-focused pedagogy.
- Synthesizes feedback from diverse stakeholders to drive user-centric improvements in administrative software and digital communication tools.
Executive Leadership & Fiscal Stewardship - 15%- Stewards the IT departmental budget, ensuring strategic allocation of resources for capital projects, vendor contracts, and long-term sustainability.
- Champions a culture of professional excellence by leading recruitment, talent management, and development initiatives within the IT division.
- Synthesizes departmental performance metrics to report on IT efficacy and ROI to the Senior Leadership Team and Board of Governors.
Strategic Partnerships & Vendor Management - 10%- Advocates for the University’s interests in negotiations with technology vendors and service providers to ensure high-quality service level agreements (SLAs).
- Orchestrates collaborative IT ventures with regional partners and other educational institutions to leverage shared resources and expertise.
- Spearheads the evaluation and adoption of emerging technologies, such as AI and advanced data analytics, to maintain a competitive institutional edge.
Other Duties- Performs other duties within the professional scope and skill level of the position, in full compliance with applicable legislation, university policies, and collective agreements.
Qualifications- Master's / Graduate Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration (MBA), or in a related field.
- PhD in a related technical or leaders