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AVC ITS - Chief Information Officer

Virginia Community College System

$195,000 to $210,000

United States, Virginia, Richmond

Oct 06, 2025

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Working Title	AVC ITS - Chief Information Officer
Role Title	12 month Administrative Faculty
Role Code	01126-SW
FLSA	Exempt
Pay Band	00
Position Number	261FA055
Agency	VCCS-System Office
Agency/Division	System Office (Div)
Work Location	Richmond (City) - 760
Hiring Range	$195,000 to $210,000
Emergency/Essential Personnel	Yes
EEO Category	A-Official or Administrator
Full Time or Part Time	Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-	Yes
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?	No
Work Schedule	Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week and as needed
Sensitive Position	No
Job Description	Virginia's community colleges have a 50-year track record of educational excellence and innovation to serve the needs of our citizens and strengthen the Commonwealth's economy. When Virginia's General Assembly established the Virginia Community College System in 1966, the need for a comprehensive system was well known. Over the two decades after the end of World War II, leaders in government, business, professional sectors, and academia had called for a new approach to providing educational opportunity. A key concern was Virginia's ability to develop a skilled and knowledgeable workforce to expand the state's economy. Today our community colleges give every Virginian the opportunity to gain a quality education. With 23 colleges on 40 campuses located throughout the state, Virginia's Community Colleges are committed to serving Virginia families, helping them acquire the knowledge and skills to seize the opportunities of today and tomorrow. This Cabinet-level position is responsible for enterprise-level Information Technology Services for the Virginia Community College System ( VCCS), consisting of 23 colleges, the shared services center, and the system office. The CIO provides executive leadership for the establishment and execution of the enterprise-wide IT strategy and ensures its integration with the college system's overall business strategy, which includes identifying high-value operational processes that can be implemented consistently across all colleges to improve service and support, increase efficiency and ensure the VCCS can operate as One System. The position participates in IT governance bodies and processes to define strategic and tactical Information Technology services for the VCCS. These services include academic and administrative enterprise applications, technology infrastructure, campus technology, networking and communications, IT organizational efficiency, strategic planning, portfolio and project management, information security, middleware, and shared services and resources. The CIO serves as the agency liaison to other state information technology entities and is the Agency Information Technology Resource to the Virginia Information Technology Agency ( VITA). The position is responsible for submitting all plans, project updates, and financial information as required by VITA and participating in monthly meetings and statewide technology initiatives.
Special Assignments	May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications	*Education and Experience:* Master's degree in information technology, computer science, business administration, or related field 10+ years of progressive IT leadership experience, with at least 5 years in senior leadership roles Experience in a higher education environment, preferably within a complex system Demonstrated success in enterprise technology leadership, strategy development, and execution Experience with governance, strategic planning, project management, and process transformation Active involvement with regional and national higher education technology associations *Knowledge:* Advanced understanding of information technology environments and architectures Demonstrated success in team building and staff development Demonstrated success in managing large and complex project portfolios Comprehensive understanding of academic technology tools and their application in higher education Strong understanding of budgeting, fiscal management, vendor management, and contract negotiation Working knowledge of external regulatory requirements (FERPA, HIPAA, FISMA, GLBA, PCI-DSS) Comprehensive understanding of ERP systems and concepts Strong understanding of IT service management principles and practices and their application in higher education Knowledge of software lifecycle management, system analysis, and design concepts Deep understanding of cybersecurity principles and practices *Skills:* Excellent oral and written communication skills Experience identifying and overseeing effective delivery of diverse IT services Advanced experience managing large administrative systems projects Proven track record of managing organizations to high security standards Strategic thinking and planning capabilities Strong change management and organizational development skills *Abilities:* Ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences Ability to build and foster relationships and influence decision-makers across the organization Ability to work at a computer workstation for extended periods up to eight hours per day. Ability to speak on the telephone and/or communicate via video conference technology. Ability to sit for extended periods without breaks. Ability to perform repetitive movements, such as typing, and the use of commonly used office machines and supplies. Ability to lift and move a minimum of 10 pounds. Ability to communicate and present information in a clear manner. Ability to travel independently. Ability to travel within the Commonwealth of Virginia as needed for meetings and training. Ability to travel outside the Commonwealth as necessary for conferences or professional development.
Additional Considerations	Doctorate in Information Technology, Higher Education Administration, or related field Relevant certifications (ITIL, PMP, CISSP, or other IT-specific credentials) Experience with cloud computing and infrastructure modernization Experience leading digital transformation initiatives in complex organizations Knowledge of emerging technologies and their application in higher education
Operation of a State Vehicle	Yes
Supervises Employees	Yes
Required Travel	Travel as required to conferences, committee meetings and as needed.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number	FAC_1744P
Recruitment Type	General Public - G
Number of Vacancies	1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date	10/06/2025
Job Close Date	11/06/2025
Open Until Filled
Agency Website	https://www.vccs.edu/
Contact Name	Patsy Rose
Email	prose@vccs.edu
Phone Number
Special Instructions to Applicants
Additional Information
Background Check Statement Disclaimer	The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement	The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement	The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts ( ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement	VCCSuses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting	https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/89539