Description

Simpson College seeks an experienced Chief Information Officer (CIO) to serve as the principal technology leader, driving innovation and efficiency across the institution. The CIO will anticipate and align IT strategies with institutional goals while ensuring data security, operational excellence, and service quality for the campus community. This role includes managing technology personnel, IT projects, and strategic initiatives to support the institution's academic and administrative functions.

Reporting to the Vice President for Business and Finance, this individual will work closely with college leadership to develop and implement IT strategies that align with our institutional mission and values.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and implement a technology vision and strategic IT roadmap in collaboration with the CFO and Technology Steering Committee.
Lead and mentor the IT services team, including the information security officer, ensuring professional development and service excellence.
Oversee IT infrastructure, data security, and technology investments, aligning with institutional priorities.
Drive digital transformation by integrating emerging technologies and improving user experiences.
Establish and maintain strategic partnerships with vendors, higher education networks, and internal stakeholders.
Ensure compliance with IT security policies, industry regulations, and best practices in higher education.
Plan and manage IT budgets, resources, and technology policies to optimize service delivery.

Simpson College is a small liberal arts college with a dedicated group of faculty, staff, and students. Simpson's campus is in Indianola, Iowa, a part of the greater Des Moines metropolitan area. The Des Moines metro area has a population of over 735,000, and economic growth has outpaced the U.S. as a whole in recent years. To learn more about Simpson College, please visit www.simpson.edu.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's degree in technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
Experience: Minimum 5 years in a technical leadership or IT supervisory role.

Skills & Expertise:

IT strategic planning, budgeting, and personnel and vendor management
Strong project management experience, including system upgrades and new implementations
Knowledge of networking, computing, and telecommunications technologies
Proficiency in SQL database scripting, software administration, and data integrations
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Commitment to customer service excellence

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working in higher education IT leadership
Familiarity with Ellucian Colleague ERP Systems

Application Instructions

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. All applications received by March 17, 2025, will receive full consideration.

A complete application will include: A cover letter addressing your interest in the position, a resume, and contact information for three professional references.

Join us and help shape the future of technology at Simpson College.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION: Applicants for admission and employment, students, parents of students, employees, sources of referral for admission and employment, and all unions or professional organizations holding collective bargaining or professional agreements with Simpson College are hereby notified that this institution does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, veteran or veteran disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristic in admission, access to, treatment or employment in, its programs and activities. Any persons having inquiries concerning Simpson College’s compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI, Title VII, Title IX – Section 504, or Americans with Disabilities Act are directed to contact Director of Human Resources, Simpson College, 701 North C Street, Indianola, Iowa 50125-1299, (515) 961-1511. Persons may also contact the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, regarding the institution’s compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI, Title VII, Title IX – Section 504, or Americans with Disabilities Act.

TITLE IX: Simpson College does not discriminate in its employment practices or in its educational programs or activities on the basis of sex/gender. Simpson College also prohibits retaliation against any person opposing discrimination or participating in any discrimination investigation or complaint process internally or externally. Reports of misconduct, questions regarding Title IX, and concerns about non-compliance should be directed to the Title IX Coordinator. For a complete copy of the policy, more information, or to report an instance of sex or gender-based discrimination, please contact the Title IX Coordinator (titleix@simpson.edu) and/or the Assistant Secretary of Education within the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/complaintintro.html. 

The College is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community.  To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all candidates being considered for employment. Background checks may include but are not limited to criminal history, national sex offender search, and motor vehicle history. Simpson’s annual security compliance document is available on the Simpson Security website. To comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, you will be required to, upon being made an offer of employment, produce documents that are specified by the federal government to establish your identity and right to work in the United States. These documents must be produced no later than seventy-two (72) hours after beginning paid employment. Questions? Contact the Human Resources department at employment@simpson.edu

SIMPSON COLLEGE PROMOTES A CLEAR AIR LEARNING AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT. SMOKING IS PROHIBITED ON COLLEGE PROPERTY.