Chief Information Officer/Dean of the Library (CIO)

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Department

Academic Affairs

Job Summary
The University of New Orleans: A Student-Centered, Urban Research University
- Located on the south shore of Lake Pontchartrain, only 15 minutes from the French Quarter, the University of New Orleans occupies a 195-acre campus in one of the finest residential areas of the city.
- UNO is ranked Top 50 in the Nation for Social Mobility by U.S. News & World Report.
- The Brookings Institution ranked UNO third in the nation for providing equal access to higher education for students from all income levels.
- For years, UNO has appeared on U.S. News & World Report’s least debt list (schools whose graduates have the least amount of debt) among national universities.
Mission: The University of New Orleans is a comprehensive urban research university committed to providing educational excellence to a diverse undergraduate and graduate student body. The University is one of the region's foremost public resources, offering a variety of world-class, research-based programs, advancing shared knowledge and adding to the region's industry, culture and economy. The University of New Orleans, as a global community asset, serves national and international students and enhances the quality of life in New Orleans, the state, the nation, and the world, by participating in a broad array of research, service learning, cultural and academic activities.
Scope: The University of New Orleans, as an urban research university, offers a number of challenging and in-demand programs, many of which are uniquely linked to the rich and vibrant city of New Orleans. The University of New Orleans grants baccalaureate, master's and doctoral degrees in academic colleges, including but not limited to: business administration, education and human development, engineering, liberal arts, and sciences, as well as interdisciplinary studies.
Vision: The University of New Orleans will be recognized as one of the preeminent urban research institutions in the nation, noted for its commitment to excellence in teaching and in student success; its location in a culturally vibrant city; its innovative and relevant undergraduate, graduate, professional and research programs; and its role as a primary engine of social, economic, intellectual and cultural development in the New Orleans region and beyond.

Job Description

Role and Responsibilities:

• Serves as the executive administrator of the Information Technology department and the Earl K. Long library;

• Planning, review, operation and evaluation of all academic computing services and related technologies to support the teaching, student and research missions of the University;

• Planning, review and operation of all administrative computing services to support the administrative needs of the University;

• Planning and management of the enterprise network for main and satellite campuses;

• Planning, review, and operation of the university's telecommunication system-voice, image and data;

• Responsible for short-term and long-range planning, development and management of library faculty and staff, assessment, budgetary oversite, collection management, fundraising, and facility management;

• Responsible for advancing the library and developing a pathway to create a library of the future, by expanding its role within the university and broader community, and to lead the development of creative and innovative programming;

• Responsible for integrating new and emerging technologies with traditional library resources and services, works effectively with faculty, staff, and graduate and undergraduate students as an advocate for the library and the archives, and seeks to promote the library as a center for student learning and innovation;

• Assist Business Affairs with the development of strategic technology plans and the implementation of information technology objectives;

• Manage and establish operating policies and approaches for computing and information technology;

• Review and approve contracts for computing and information technology software, services, and equipment;

• Oversee ongoing improvements and the feasibility of system enhancements;

• Serve on planning and policy-making committees;

• Support the teaching and infrastructure of on-line education;

• Supervises direct reports and indirect reports;

• Participate in such other activities as determined by the President.

Required Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Library Science/Information Sciences or equivalent from an accredited program.

• Senior level experience in progressively responsible information technology and library management.

• Commitment to collaborative and data-driven decision making with a demonstrated record of working effectively with administration, faculty, staff, students, and external constituencies is required.

• Knowledge and understanding of current issues and trends in academic librarianship and in higher education.

• Experience with assessment and strategic planning.

• Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, personnel, resource allocation, and budget/fiscal management.

​Desired Qualifications:

• ​An earned doctorate degree.  

• Experience with accreditation processes and learning commons initiatives.

Salary:

• Commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Procedure for Candidacy

All applications, nominations and inquiries are invited. Application materials should be submitted via the University of New Orleans online applicant portal at www.uno.edu/careers .

For full consideration, applications should be submitted by April 15, 2024.

At the University of New Orleans, professionalism and courtesy are paramount to fostering a positive and productive environment. These qualities contribute to effective communication, collaboration, and the overall well-being of the academic community. Professionalism and courtesy aid in creating a culture of respect among the members of our diverse campus which, in turn, enhances the overall collegiate experience and promotes a conducive atmosphere for learning, working, and personal growth.

Required Attachments

Please upload the following documents in the Resume/Cover Letter section. 

• Detailed resume listing relevant qualifications and experience;
• Cover Letter indicating why you are a good fit for the position and University of Louisiana Systems;
• Names and contact information of three references;
• Diversity Statement (required for all Faculty positions and any Staff position of Assistant Manager and higher).

See Diversity Statement instructions by clicking this link: https://www.uno.edu/careers/diversity-instructions

Applications that do not include the required uploaded documents may not be considered.

Posting Close Date
This position will remain open until filled.

Note to Applicant:

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications in their cover letter. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.

  

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

  

This position may require a criminal background check to be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

  

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions at the University of New Orleans may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

The University of New Orleans is an Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected Veteran status, age if 40 or older, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.