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Job Title:Vice President and Chief Information OfficerDepartment:Administration and Planning | Administration
Vice President and Chief Information OfficerOffice of Technology and Digital Innovation

Executive Summary

The Ohio State University seeks an accomplished, dynamic, and strategic IT executive to serve as its next Vice President and Chief Information Officer (VP/CIO). This is a tremendous opportunity to join a vibrant and progressive university located in one of the fastest growing cities in the U.S. The VP/CIO will report to the Senior Vice President of Administration and Planning and is the senior-most executive leading IT across a large, Research 1 university with over 66,000 students.

On the Columbus campus, this year's new first year class is the largest in Ohio State's 154-year history. As a strategic leader, the VP/CIO will oversee a forward thinking, enterprise focused IT organization that champions the progressive use of technology to further the mission of The Ohio State University. To this end, the VP/CIO must be customer-centric with a strong focus on driving efficiency and innovation.

The VP/CIO will lead in continually improving the capabilities of the IT enterprise by implementing the appropriate technologies to assure that The Ohio State University effectively meets its objectives in education, research and community outreach. The VP/CIO will collaborate and partner with senior leaders, faculty, peers and institutional staff to optimally align IT with the goals and strategic direction of The Ohio State University. In addition to the central IT priorities, the VP/CIO will collaborate closely with distributed IT groups to enable consensus and better coordination of shared services and support. Establishing a strong partnership with the Chief Information Officer of The Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is essential.

The VP/CIO will have a central role in the success of several key strategic initiatives including advancing the research computing environment and providing IT resources in support of campus expansion. The VP/CIO will provide the strategic and operational leadership needed to oversee the continued digital transformation that will bring value, address equity and improve the user experience overall for students, faculty and administrators. They will lead the university with respect to emerging trends and challenges research computing, cybersecurity and artificial intelligence/machine learning. The VP/CIO will support the optimization of those systems and the process and cultural transformation to leverage the systems effectively.

The successful candidate will be a highly experienced IT professional who will bring strong leadership and a demonstrated track record in strategic planning and executing in complex institutions. The VP/CIO will be a collaborative partner who is service oriented and can build trust, credibility and consensus with constituents across the campus. They will be committed to building a diverse team to serve the university, as well as formulating strategies to address offering technology to a diverse workforce and student body and helping to bridge the digital divide between university stakeholders and the community. The VP/CIO will be an innovative leader with a global vision and knowledge of new trends in technology supporting education and research. The VP/CIO will have strong communication skills with the ability to facilitate change and balance resources and priorities effectively.

About the Office of Technology and Digital Innovation (OTDI)

The Office of Technology and Digital Innovation (OTDI) works in partnership with organizations across the university delivering technology resources to support our faculty, students and staff across all Ohio State campuses.

The departments in our organization work together to provide technology resources and education to the Ohio State community.

OTDI also partners with the Ohio State Online (OSO) team in the Office of Academic Affairs (OAA), who provides expertise in learning technology, digital skills, online and hybrid education and student services for post-traditional learners.

For more information, visit: it.osu.edu

Position Summary

The Ohio State University's technology model includes both centralized services and a diverse, distributed technology ecosystem. The VP/CIO is the senior executive responsible for the strategic oversight, alignment, and delivery of centralized information technology services across the university (including regional campuses and services in all 88 Ohio counties) while also coordinating with distributed IT leaders and initiatives.

Overseeing the Office of Technology and Digital Innovation, the VP/CIO leads an organization of approximately 500 team members, driving innovation, operational excellence, and a customer-centric IT culture. The role includes developing IT strategy, policy, standards, and governance while fostering partnerships with internal stakeholders and external entities to advance OSU's mission.

Reporting Relationships

Reporting to the Senior Vice President of Administration and Planning, with close working relationships to both the Provost and Executive Vice President of Research, the VP/CIO ensures IT resources effectively support the university's academic, research, and administrative priorities.

The VP/CIO oversees functional areas including:

• Application Services


• Data Governance and Architecture


• Digital Security and Trust


• Infrastructure and Research Services


• Financial Management and Customer Experience

Key Responsibilities

Strategy

• Develop and implement IT strategies that align with institutional goals and drive innovation.


• Oversee and continuously improve centralized IT services, while fostering a unified, transparent and collaborative IT environment with distributed IT teams.


• Partner with the Wexner Medical Center CIO and health leaders to ensure IT alignment and synergy.


• Implement governance frameworks to ensure creativity, accountability, and performance.

Leadership

• Build strong, collaborative relationships with university and external leaders to deliver transformative IT solutions.


• Lead a high-performing, inclusive IT organization that supports academic, research, and administrative excellence.


• Provide the leadership connection for the Ohio Technology Consortium (OH-TECH) with OSU, acting as its fiscal and legal agent, to support OH-TECH's mission of delivering world-class technologies, information and expertise to provide Ohioans with a strong foundation for education and workforce, scientific research and business innovation.


• Support faculty and researcher needs through robust computing strategies and innovative technologies.


• Oversee vendor relationships and contracts to maximize value and service reliability.

Budget Management and Efficiency

• Ensure responsible financial oversight of the IT operating budget, aligning with institutional priorities.


• Strategically allocate resources to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and cost management.


• Leverage OSU's scale to identify cost savings and improve IT service quality.

Culture and Belonging

• Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the IT organization.


• Build a team committed to excellence, collaboration, and delivering exceptional service.

Goals and Objectives

The following goals and objectives have been identified as priorities for this position:

• Develop strong, collaborative, trusting relationships with constituents including administrators, faculty, board of trustees, regional campus leaders, medical center executives and other key stakeholders across the University. Partner with leaders and staff on IT initiatives in support of education, research and administration. This includes strong collaborations with distributed IT resources from across schools and colleges.


• Prioritize and ensure the training and use of artificial intelligence/machine learning leverages the enterprise system across university.


• Develop, gain approval for, and continue the implementation of a digital strategy that improves the user experience for students, faculty, staff and administration.


• Provide leadership and strategy to support digital equity across the institution to help close the digital divide among student populations and, ultimately, improve outcomes and access.


• Support University initiatives to enhance and expand distance education, offering more online educational opportunities that meet the ever-changing needs of students and faculty.


• Optimize the IT governance including the IT Partnership Council to include broad representation across the campus and enable effective prioritization of new technology investments and initiatives while assessing risks. This includes building consensus working with distributed IT on technology initiatives and managed services agreements.


• Partner with the research enterprise to conduct an assessment and develop the strategy to advance the research computing environment that provides access to data and computing resources to support researchers across the University.

Candidate Qualifications

Education

• A bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or closely related field is required. A graduate degree is preferred.

Knowledge and Work Experience

• 10+ years of senior level IT leadership experience, such as a CIO or Deputy CIO. While experience in a comprehensive university is an advantage, candidates from non-academic sectors are welcome but should have experience in strategic planning, complex organizational structures, project planning, budgeting and management, and process transformation.


• Expertise across IT domains, including academic/research computing, infrastructure, and administrative systems.


• Proven ability to align IT strategies with institutional priorities in dynamic, multi-faceted environments.


• Strong commitment to fostering a positive work environment and in workforce development and mentoring.


• Visionary leader with strategic foresight and the ability to anticipate future challenges.


• Collaborative, transparent, and approachable, fostering trust and alignment across stakeholders.


• Skilled communicator and consensus builder with high emotional intelligence.


• Change agent with demonstrated success leading transformative IT initiatives.


• In-depth knowledge of IT trends, higher education challenges, and government regulations impacting IT.

Additional Information:

How to Apply

Please visit Vice President and Chief Information Officer to find out more about the role. Inquiries, nominations and applications are invited. For fullest consideration, applicant materials should be received by January 27, 2025.

Applicants should submit the following:

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV)


• Letter of Application

Please direct all application materials to Matt Gebhart, Talent Acquisition Consultant, The Ohio State University Executive Search team, at

Gebhart.96@osu.edu
with the Subject Line "VP/CIO".

The Ohio State University

Founded in 1870 as a land-grant university, The Ohio State University is one of the nation's top-20 public institutions and a leader in higher education, with annual research expenditures exceeding $1 billion. Located in Columbus, Ohio-the nation's 14th most populous and fastest-growing city-Ohio State serves over 67,700 students across its main campus and regional campuses in Lima, Mansfield, Marion, and Newark, as well as the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) Wooster Campus, which houses Ohio State ATI.

Ohio State's impact is felt not only regionally but also nationally and globally. The university boasts 600,000 living alumni worldwide and an endowment of over $7.0 billion. Committed to being the model 21st-century land-grant university, Ohio State enables individuals from diverse backgrounds to achieve extraordinary success.

The institution's vast intellectual range is supported by 15 academic colleges, all located on the Columbus campus, fostering opportunities for cross-disciplinary collaboration.

Ohio State's Wexner Medical Center is one of America's leading academic health centers, recently ranked No. 4 on Forbes' list of best U.S. employers for diversity. The university offers eligible employees comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, tuition assistance for themselves and their dependents, and competitive retirement options. The institution is also dedicated to enhancing work-life balance through a suite of institutionalized policies.

Ohio State's Shared Values-Excellence and Impact, Diversity and Innovation, Inclusion and Equity, Care and Compassion, and Integrity and Respect-shape a dynamic community where opportunity thrives. The university welcomes differences, encourages open-minded exploration and courageous thinking, and upholds freedom of expression. As an NSF ADVANCE institution and a member of the Ohio/Western Pennsylvania/West Virginia Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC), Ohio State is committed to recruiting, supporting, and retaining faculty of the highest caliber. Ohio State provides new and prospective faculty members and their families the resources and support needed as they make the significant professional and personal decision to join The Ohio State University. View more information on the Dual Career Office by clicking here.

Ohio State's Columbus campus is near the heart of a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area with a population of over 1.5 million. The city offers affordable housing, numerous cultural and recreational opportunities, excellent schools, and a robust economy driven by government, service, transportation, and technology industries. This rapidly growing city is not only a hub for high-tech companies but also a center for education, healthcare, and the arts.

Despite its size, Ohio State excels in scaling innovation in teaching and learning, driven by strategic planning efforts focused on achieving institutional success through multidisciplinary and cross-university collaboration. The university's ambition is matched by its commitment to inclusive excellence, exposing students to a vast array of ideas, experiences, and cultures. At Ohio State, individuals are empowered to transform themselves and their world, contributing to a legacy that shapes a better tomorrow.

University Vision, Mission, and Values

Our Vision

The Ohio State University is the model 21st-century public, land grant, research, urban, community engaged institution.

Our Mission

The University is dedicated to:

• Creating and discovering knowledge to improve the well-being of our state, regional, national and global communities.


• Educating students through a comprehensive array of distinguished academic programs.


• Preparing a diverse student body to be leaders and engaged citizens.


• Fostering a culture of engagement and service.

We understand that diversity and inclusion are essential components of our excellence.

Our Values, Principles and Behaviors

Through reflection, evaluation and meaningful action, we aim to reinforce our ethical culture and live these shared values to advance our core work of teaching, learning, research and service.

• Excellence and Impact


• Diversity and Innovation


• Inclusion and Equity


• Care and Compassion


• Integrity and Respect

Columbus, Ohio

Columbus is one of the fastest-growing major metropolitan areas in the country, with a vibrant blend of arts and culture; inspired culinary, fashion, music, and entertainment scenes; exciting collegiate and professional sports; and an open, entrepreneurial spirit. Its diverse population - 109 languages are represented - makes Columbus a microcosm of America.

Ohio's state capital is the 14th largest city in the U.S. and second largest in the Midwest behind Chicago, larger than Charlotte, Seattle, Denver, Boston, Nashville, and Baltimore. The population of the greater Columbus metropolitan area is more than two million. At the same time, the cost of living in Columbus is 10 percent below the national average.

Intelligent Community Forum named Columbus one of the seven most intelligent communities in the world. The city has more PhDs than the national average and the largest concentration in the Midwest, there are 56 college and university campuses within the Columbus region.


Columbus is within 550 miles of nearly half the nation's population. John Glenn Columbus International Airport, 10 minutes from downtown, offers more than 150 daily nonstop departures to 35 airports. During the work week, the average Columbus commute is just 23.3 minutes and can be significantly less. Learn more about Columbus.

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