Idaho State University - Director of Enterprise Applications

Location: Pocatello, ID

Date Posted: 03-14-2018

Idaho State University seeks Director of Enterprise Applications
Location: Pocatello, Idaho
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The Opportunity

Information Technology Services (ITS) provides computing, communications, and technology infrastructure, services, support, and consultation for Idaho State University's faculty, staff and students. ITS works closely with other units on campus to provide the best services possible to its customers. To learn more, visit http://www2.isu.edu/departments/its/.

The Director of Enterprise Applications reports to the Chief Information Officer as part of Information Technology Services. He/she is responsible to provide leadership and direction to Enterprise Applications at Idaho State University by planning, organizing, prioritizing, and directing the activities of Enterprise Applications computer/support development staff in coordination with campus committees and university administrators. Direct reports include Analysis & Software Development Lead, Applications & Database Administration Lead, and the ITS Project Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

Responsible for leading and managing enterprise applications staff, projects & budgets, which includes prioritizing activities in coordination with campus committees and university administrators.
Leads project teams, communicates project tasks, status reports, and issues and maintains project documentation for new or updated enterprise applications.
Prepares and manages annual budgets and performs periodic cost productivity analyses, and is responsible for contract management.
Works with users in various administrative and academic departments to coordinate the implementations, conversion, training, and installations of enterprise systems.
Communicates regularly with executive management and administration regarding the status of current project initiatives; obtains executive guidance and approval as required to advance initiatives.
Advises or arranges a consultation on the design and implementation of effective administrative and business processes within the University, including process re-engineering and evaluation of organizational effectiveness.
Facilitates resolution of enterprise application problems.
Manages ITS project management/prioritization efforts including a set of common processes and tools for project management.
Responsible for implementing and managing the project portfolio software from “Team Dynamix.”

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree required; graduate degree in relevant field preferred.
Five years’ experience in the direction and management of information technology resources, including personnel, hardware, and software; experience working in higher education IT management preferred.
Extensive experience in IT project management required.
Familiarity with ERP systems required. Ellucian Banner system knowledge preferred.
Broad range of knowledge in the information technology industry and ability to remain current with trends and technologies, including software applications, scripting and programming languages, and cloud services.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Leadership skills necessary to lead, motivate, challenge, and direct the activities of a professional technology staff.
Experience in problem solving, prioritization, organizational and time management skills.
Excellent negotiation, group facilitation, and team building skills, ability to manage project teams.
Ability to prepare budgets, control expenditures, and prepare a cost-benefit analysis.

About Idaho State University
Idaho State University (ISU) combines exceptional academics amidst the grand natural beauty of the West. ISU faculty and students are leading the way in cutting-edge research and innovative solutions in the areas of energy, health professions, nuclear research, teaching, humanities, engineering, performing and visual arts, technology, biological sciences, pharmacy, and business. ISU is the state's designated lead institution in the health professions and medical education. To read more, visit www.isu.edu.

ISU, a Carnegie-classified doctoral research and teaching institution founded in 1901, attracts students from around the world to its Idaho campuses. At the main campus in Pocatello, and at locations in Meridian, Idaho Falls and Twin Falls, ISU offers access to high-quality education in more than 250 programs. Over 12,000 students attend ISU, receiving education and training in those programs with a low student to teacher ratio of 14:1.

As a state leader in the health sciences, ISU offers widespread health services to locals, as well as multiple degrees in more than 50 health-related areas, including pharmacy, physical therapy, speech pathology and physician assistant studies. Although health is the most popular area of study (26%), business and education are also popular. Education at ISU is filled with real-world experience; the $2.1 million Career Path Internship program helps aid hundreds of students' career goals by pairing students with paid on- and off-campus jobs. In their spare time, students can choose from more than 70 student organizations, enjoy nature through the Outdoor Adventure Center, or drive to the Craters of the Moon nature preserve or the Yellowstone National Park.

Procedure for candidacy:
Confidential review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Idaho State University is committed to building a diverse university community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. Applications should include a resume and a brief cover letter outlining your interest in and suitability for this position.

Idaho State University values individuals with varying traditions, cultures, identities, expressions, orientation, religious beliefs, economic backgrounds, racial and ethnic origins. ISU believes that promoting diversity and a respectful work and learning environment is a key component to preparing students for success in a global economy. ISU strongly encourages applications from candidates who share these values.

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