Associate Vice Chancellor for Information Technology & Chief Information Officer (AP27-032)

Salary: $174,663.00 - $195,000.00 Annually
Location : Edwardsville, IL
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 01556
Organization: Academic Computing
Opening Date: 10/26/2026
Closing Date: 11/15/2026 11:59 PM Central
FLSA: Exempt

Description
Associate Vice Chancellor for Information Technology & Chief Information Officer (AP27-032)

To build on a strong foundation of achievement and contribute to the realization of its ambitious institutional goals, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Associate Vice Chancellor for Information Technology & Chief Information Officer (AP27-032). As a premier metropolitan university, SIUE is committed to advancing social and economic mobility while shaping the workforce of the future. Grounded in a comprehensive, broad-based education and enriched by hands-on research opportunities, SIUE equips its students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global marketplace and positively impact their communities.

Why SIUE?

Employing more than 2,400 faculty and staff members, SIUE is one of the largest employers in the Metropolitan St. Louis area. A study by SIUE School of Business faculty shows the University has a $1.3 billion annual economic impact on the region. Each year, the University's presence generates almost 9,000 additional jobs and more than $250 million in labor income for the area.

What You Will Do

The Associate Vice Chancellor for Information Technology and Chief Information Officer (AVC/CIO) serves as a strategic advisor to the Chancellor, Provost, Vice Chancellors, and University leadership regarding institutional strategy, organizational effectiveness, digital innovation, emerging technologies, and long-range planning initiatives. The AVC/CIO provides strategic leadership and vision for information technology, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, enterprise transformation portfolio governance, digital services, data governance, technology-enabled business process redesign/innovation, and institutional modernization initiatives.

The position is responsible for developing and implementing technology strategies that advance Southern Illinois University Edwardsville's mission of teaching, research, scholarship, community engagement, and student success. The AVC/CIO leads the University's efforts to leverage emerging technologies, artificial intelligence, analytics, automation, and digital transformation initiatives to improve institutional effectiveness, enhance the student, faculty, and staff experience, strengthen operational efficiency, and support evidence-based decision-making.

As a member of the University's senior leadership team, the AVC/CIO works collaboratively across Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, Finance and Administration, Research and Innovation, Enrollment Management, and other administrative and academic units to align technology investments with institutional priorities and strategic objectives while fostering innovation, cross-divisional collaboration, and continuous improvement.
FLSA: Exempt

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

Master's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, Higher Education Administration, Public Administration, or a closely related field.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
Ten years of progressively responsible leadership experience in information technology.
Five years of senior-level administrative leadership experience.
Experience leading enterprise technology operations.
Experience leading organizational change and strategic initiatives.
Experience managing significant budgets and personnel.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Doctorate in a related field.
Higher education leadership experience.
Experience leading digital transformation initiatives.
Experience developing AI governance programs.
Experience implementing enterprise systems and cloud technologies.
Experience leading data governance and analytics initiatives.
Demonstrated success building partnerships across large, complex organizations.
Supplemental Information
Application Materials and Information:

• To be eligible for the role, ensure that your application includes a complete and detailed employment history that highlights your relevant full-time and part-time work experience, including start and end dates of employment, and at least three professional references.
• You are strongly encouraged to submit a resume and/or cover letter to provide additional context and showcase your qualifications.
• Applicants who feel their credentials and prior experience align with the listed minimum qualifications are encouraged to apply. In the application or within the cover letter and resume clearly describe how your credentials and relevant work experience align with the specified minimum requirements of the position.
• Applications must be submitted by the specified closing date no later than 11:59 p.m. CST.

Pre- Employment Screening: All external candidates who receive a job offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening for this position. The screening process will encompass a criminal background check and, where applicable, other background checks such as a drug screen, verification of employment and education or licensure/certification, reference checks, and/or checks with relevant government registries. Please note that all job offers are contingent upon successful completion of the required screening process.

Additional Information:

employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States and visa sponsorship for this position will not be provided.

International students at SIUE on F-1 or J-1 visas are not eligible for full-time or part-time civil service positions with permanent status.

E-Verify

SIUE is not currently enrolled in or participating in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's E-Verify program.

SIUE does not use E-Verify to electronically confirm the employment eligibility of newly hired employees through the Social Security Administration and the Department of Homeland Security databases. Therefore, the University cannot legally employ individuals who are on OPT STEM Extension, as we cannot provide an E-Verify case number, participation confirmation, or related documentation.

SIUE complies with all applicable federal employment eligibility verification requirements, including completion and maintenance of Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, for all employees as required under the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA).

Accommodation: If you are unable to utilize our online application system and need to request an accommodation, please reach out to us at or via email at

EEO Statement

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and thus prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran's status.

We value your interest and look forward to reviewing your application. For questions or more information, email:
SIUE offers an exceptional array of benefits to all full-time and part-time employees (50% or more receive benefits accrued at the percentage of appointment) including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance;
• University tuition waivers (full-time receive 100% waiver of tuition)
• Life insurance;
• SURS retirement plan;
• Supplemental retirement savings plans;
• Paid vacation and sick leave accrual;
• Generous holiday schedule/paid holidays;
• WorkLife programs;
• Employee Assistance Program (mental health and wellness);
• Employee discounts (local and national retailers);
• Flexible Spending Account Program;

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