Chief Information Officer

Job Description
Eastern Iowa Community Colleges ( EICC ) is more than a workplaceits a place to grow make an impact and build a future. With exceptional benefits generous paid time off tuition reimbursement retirement benefits and opportunities for professional growth there are plenty of reasons to build your career with EICC . This Chief Information Officer ( CIO ) will oversee IT Strategy Digital Transformation Enterprise Technology and Technology Leadership. **Applications will be being reviewed in October 2026. The Chief Information Officer provides strategic leadership direction and oversight for Eastern Iowa Community Colleges ( EICC ) information technology services systems infrastructure cybersecurity data governance artificial intelligence initiatives and digital transformation efforts. The Chief Information Officer is responsible for establishing the colleges long-term technology vision leading institutional technology governance and ensuring that technology investments policies and services support EICCs mission advance student success strengthen operational effectiveness and enable responsible innovation across the institution. Chief Information Officer ( CIO ) IT Strategy Digital Transformation Enterprise Technology and Technology Leadership. The Chief Information Officer reports to the Chief Financial Officer and serves as a member of the Chancellors Senior Leadership this capacity the Chief Information Officer contributes to institution-wide planning policy development risk management resource allocation operational modernization and strategic decision-making to ensure alignment between technology priorities and institutional goals. This position is on-site at the District office in Davenport IA. Excellent benefits package: Administrative salaried staff receive Paid time off annually starting at 20 days of vacation 14 days sick 2 days of personal addition to paid holidays off including a week in December. Summer Fridays off shift rotation for those positions that require daily coverage Retirement plan with 9.44% employer contribution ( IPERS or TIAA option) employees contribute 6.29% plus additional retirement options Health vision and dental coverage Employer paid & voluntary Life insurance Employer paid Long Term Disability insurance Tuition reimbursement for employees and dependents Flexible Spending Account options Professional development and education reimbursement benefits State employee discounts for cell phones hotels museums etc. Employee Assistance Program

Physical Demands
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses technology systems and equipment. Ability to lift up to 10 lbs. occasionally open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary. Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. The position will require travel. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required to support system implementations maintenance windows emergency response board or leadership meetings or other institutional needs.

Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree in information technology computer science information systems business administration public administration educational leadership or a related field. Progressively responsible leadership experience in information technology including experience managing information technology operations staff budgets projects vendors and enterprise systems. Demonstrated knowledge of cybersecurity network and systems administration cloud technologies information technology governance data management technology service delivery and responsible use of artificial intelligence in organizational settings. Experience developing and implementing technology strategies governance models policies standards and procedures that align with organizational goals and improve business or educational outcomes. Strong leadership communication project management problem-solving and interpersonal skills. Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear recommendations for senior administrators board faculty staff and student audiences. Ability to balance strategic vision with operational execution fiscal responsibility risk management and service quality. Knowledge of technology trends affecting higher education including cybersecurity threats cloud services digital learning artificial intelligence automation analytics accessibility privacy and student-facing technologies. Ability to build effective relationships with diverse stakeholders and lead cross-functional teams through complex institutional initiatives. Commitment to student success inclusive excellence accessibility continuous improvement and responsible stewardship of public resources.

Preferred Qualifications
Masters degree in information technology business administration public administration higher education administration or a related field. Experience in a community college higher education public sector or complex multi-site organization. Knowledge of higher education systems student information systems enterprise resource planning systems learning management systems institutional reporting and regulatory compliance requirements. Relevant professional certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional Certified Information Security Manager Project Management Professional Information Technology Infrastructure Library Certified in the Governance of Enterprise Information Technology or comparable credentials. Experience leading technology modernization cloud migration cybersecurity maturity data governance artificial intelligence strategy digital transformation or enterprise system implementation initiatives.