Director of Information Technology- Samueli School of Engineering

Updated: Apr 12, 2024
Location: Irvine-Campus
Job Type:
Department: Engr DO Computing

Job Opening ID: 64769
Reports To: Senior Assistant Dean and Chief of Staff
Working Title: Director of Information Technology- Samueli School of Engineering
Department: Engr DO Computing
Bargaining Unit: 99
FLSA: Exempt
Payroll Job Code: 000667
Job Location: UCI Campus/Hybrid
Percent of Time: 100%
Work Schedule: 8-5
Employee Class: Career
 
Position Summary:
 
Founded in 1965, the Samueli School of Engineering educates approximately 5,000 students (4,000 undergraduates and 1,000 graduates) with an integrative approach that blends fundamentals, research and hands-on experience. The School’s aim is to unleash innovation, create opportunities and inspire ingenuity. The School’s faculty members are leaders in their disciplines who have achieved worldwide recognition for their research and dedicated teaching. The School includes six academic departments and broad range of associated research and administrative units. Under the leadership of the Dean, the School pursues research that is timely, socially responsible and cutting edge, and works in partnership with industry, state, and federal agencies to promote the transfer of research to applications that benefit society.

 

Under the general direction of the Senior Assistant Dean, the Director of Information Technology is responsible for all aspects of computing within the Samueli School of Engineering. Directs computing support staff and coordinates the efforts of everyone involved in supporting the School’s IT environment. Acts as the primary liaison with the Office of Information Technology (OIT) and other campus computing groups. In consultation with the appropriate individuals and groups, plans Engineering’s computing and network directions to support research, education and administration. Implements an environment that supports the use of leading-edge computing and networking resources. Assesses the physical, staffing and budgetary resources necessary to support computing and networking within the School. Ensures that available resources are efficiently used to provide IT services to meet the needs of faculty, staff and students. Provides technical advice and assistance as needed. Directs all data systems design and internal network architecture. Determine requirements, design and develop computing system software to facilitate advanced capabilities for School administration and instruction. Receives assignments in the form of objectives and determines how to use resources to meet schedules and goals. Reviews and approves recommendations for functional programs. Provides guidance to subordinates to achieve goals in accordance with established policies. Erroneous decisions or failure to achieve goals results in additional costs and personnel, and serious delays in overall schedules.
 
Total Compensation:

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits .

 
The expected pay range for this recruitment is $137,150.00 - $163,100.00 (Annual Salary). The Full Salary Range for the salary grade this position is assigned to is $111,200.00 - $215,000.00 (Annual Salary).
 
Required:
 

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training. 
• 7 -10 years of progressively responsible experience in information technology. 
• Minimum of 2-5 years of experience managing an information technology organization
• Uses and applies applications Information Technology theories and concepts to manage and provide solutions. 
• Requires a broad working knowledge of the applications programming development function. 
• Skill to design, develop and maintain software, using established best practices. 
• Experience with key programming and scripting languages such as C, C++, Java, LISP, Python, Perl, or Ruby. Additional expertise in other programming, scripting, and meta-languages is desirable. 
• Knowledge of software maintenance techniques. Experience with general software utilities such as text editors, text formatters, compilers, and debuggers. 
• Knowledge of computer communications mechanisms. 
• Demonstrated skill to set priorities and resolve competing demands. 
• Thorough knowledge of subject area sufficient for strategic planning, technology assessment and direction. 
• Demonstrated skill in successfully managing technical staff including the ability to manage, mentor, and motivate. 
• Experience in the management of ongoing technology infrastructure acquisition and expansion, to include the identification and integration of suitable emerging technologies. 
• Thorough knowledge of technical concepts and basic operating principles of data communications, computer hardware, vendor IT products, and software. 
• Experienced in leading change management activities and managing their impact across the unit or department. 
• Demonstrated knowledge of project management principles and practice. 
• Experience of analyzing buy vs. build procurement for products for effective and efficient technology use. 
• Skill in budgeting and procurement in an information technology environment. 
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively present technical topics to individuals and groups with potentially varied levels of technical sophistication. 
• Strong knowledge and understanding of service delivery principles. 
• Working knowledge of security techniques and procedures. 
• Working knowledge of TCP/IP and related network protocols, networking, and distributed computing environment concepts. 
• Demonstrated skill in directing Unix/Linux and Windows system administration standards, practices and techniques in an integrated, heterogeneous, networked computing environment, and in maintaining required security, reliability, and functionality.

 

Preferred:
 

• Knowledge of current and emerging trends related to Information Technology in higher education.
   

Special Conditions Required:
 

• Must pass a background check. 
• May need to work occasional evenings/weekends to accommodate special projects or system failures.

 

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Legal Right to work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php
Closing Statement:

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy .
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or [email protected]

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