Fairfield University is seeking an experienced Information Technology manager to be responsible for the overall leadership and management of the Computing & Network Services department. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of hiring, training and supervising Computing and Network Services staff; managing and developing budgets for the various components of IT Services, and maintaining state of the art instructional technology and networking innovations in an academic environment. A Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related business field is required. A Master’s degree in a similar field of study is highly desirable. Position requires a minimum of 10 years of progressive management experience in the field of information systems, with at least five years of experience in an academic environment. Must demonstrate a working knowledge of academic, instructional and administrative computing; possess excellent communication skills, maintain a mentoring management style; and be a motivated self-starter. The ideal candidate must have the ability to communicate effectively with faculty, staff, students and various other campus constituents by fostering an excellent customer service program and timely response to inquiries and service needs. Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices and procedures appropriate for a technical support field is necessary, especially the availability of new hardware and technology. The individual we seek must be a strong decision maker, capable of providing creative strategies in response to the IT needs of the entire campus, and influencing major technology decisions and direction of the department and university. To express interest in this position, a letter of application and resume may be sent via e-mail or regular mail to: HR@fairfield.edu or Fairfield University, Office of Human Resources, 1073 North Benson Road, Fairfield, CT 06824. For greatest consideration, applications should be received by November 30, 2009. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Fairfield University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. |
