DIRECTOR IST-CLINICAL & BUS SYSTEMS

Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care ( UBHC), established in 1971, offers a full continuum of evidence based behavioral health and addiction services for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors throughout New Jersey. UBHC's 1,060 experienced behavioral health professionals and support staff are dedicated to treatment, prevention, and education. UBHC, one of the largest providers of behavioral health care in the country, has a budget of $260 million and has 15 sites throughout New Jersey. Services are readily accessible and include: inpatient, outpatient, partial hospitalization, screening, crisis stabilization, family/caregiver support, community outreach and case management, supportive housing, supported employment, prevention and consultation, employee assistance programs, and a licensed therapeutic school from preschool through high school. Specialty services include the New Jersey suicide prevention helpline and peer help lines for police, veterans, active military, teachers, mothers of special needs children and child protective service workers. In FY2016, UBHC treated 16,199 consumers, had 24,502 admissions, and touched the lives of 19,441 individual callers through peer support. In addition, UBHC is the primary mental health training resource for the New Jersey departments of Human Services, Children and Families, and Corrections, delivering 16,000 trainings each year.

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Director of Information Systems & Technology (Clinical & Business Systems) within Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care.

The primary purpose of the Director of Information Systems & Technology is to be responsible for leadership, management and direction in the selection, planning, development, implementation, optimization and ongoing management of the University Behavioral Health Care ( UBHC) information systems and technologies. Understands the IT needs of the organization and coordinates those needs with the overall strategic direction of IT and the enterprise. Defines high-level clinical and business application strategies, guidelines and standards that balance short and long-term objectives in a practical manner. Directs research and development activities relating to the qualification or re-qualification of new and existing applications. Oversees research and the piloting of new, innovative technologies and applications. Coordinates cross-functional teams to ensure fulfillment of requirements and the evaluation of performance. Directs the development of implementation and migration plans for new feature and maintenance releases or service packs, ensuring timely delivery and smooth transition to optimal utilization. Oversees all IT projects and keeps leadership apprised of key metrics and milestones. Ensures that the highest standards for quality, security and service are maintained.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Frequent time spent driving to various locations throughout New Jersey. Moderately physical effort (liftcarry up to 50 pounds). Frequently walks, bends, stretches, pushes and pulls. Manual dexterity and mobility for typing and installing hardware. Lifts supplies and equipment. Intermittent exertion when performing job activities. Sitting while conducting/involved in meetings; may sit up to several hours in one place.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Office environment. Moderate noise.