Associate Director - Information Technology

Overview

Georgia Tech prides itself on its technological resources, collaborations, high-quality student body, and its commitment to building an outstanding and diverse community of learning, discovery, and creation. We strongly encourage applicants whose values align with our institutional values, as outlined in our Strategic Plan. These values include academic excellence, diversity of thought and experience, inquiry and innovation, collaboration and community, and ethical behavior and stewardship. Georgia Tech has policies to promote a healthy work-life balance and is aware that attracting faculty may require meeting the needs of two careers.

About Georgia Tech

Georgia Tech is a top-ranked public research university situated in the heart of Atlanta, a diverse and vibrant city with numerous economic and cultural strengths. The Institute serves more than 45,000 students through top-ranked undergraduate, graduate, and executive programs in engineering, computing, science, business, design, and liberal arts. Georgia Tech's faculty attracted more than $1.4 billion in research awards this past year in fields ranging from biomedical technology to artificial intelligence, energy, sustainability, semiconductors, neuroscience, and national security. Georgia Tech ranks among the nation's top 20 universities for research and development spending and No. 1 among institutions without a medical school.

Georgia Tech's Mission and Values

Georgia Tech's mission is to develop leaders who advance technology and improve the human condition. The Institute has nine key values that are foundational to everything we do:

1. Students are our top priority.

2. We strive for excellence.

3. We thrive on diversity.

4. We celebrate collaboration.

5. We champion innovation.

6. We safeguard freedom of inquiry and expression.

7. We nurture the wellbeing of our community.

8. We act ethically.

9. We are responsible stewards.

Over the next decade, Georgia Tech will become an example of inclusive innovation, a leading technological research university of unmatched scale, relentlessly committed to serving the public good; breaking new ground in addressing the biggest local, national, and global challenges and opportunities of our time; making technology broadly accessible; and developing exceptional, principled leaders from all backgrounds ready to produce novel ideas and create solutions with real human impact.

The Associate Director of Information Technology will manage the daily operations of the IT department, ensuring that technology services align with the institution's strategic direction. This role includes leading IT staff, developing and enforcing policies, and guiding the adoption of innovative technology solutions to improve institutional performance. Additionally, the role includes setting team goals, designing effective organizational structures, evaluating performance, providing feedback, making compensation decisions, fostering a culture of accountability, growth, and continuous improvement.

Job Duty 1 -
Oversee the daily operations of the information technology department, ensuring that all technology services and support are delivered efficiently and effectively.

Job Duty 2 -
Develop and implement Information Technology policies and procedures that align with institutional goals and promote best practices in technology management.

Job Duty 3 -
Manage and mentor Information Technology staff, providing guidance and support to enhance their professional development and performance.

Job Duty 4 -
Coordinate the planning and execution of Information Technology projects, ensuring that resources are allocated appropriately and that timelines are met.

Job Duty 5 -
Assess the technology needs of the institution and recommend solutions that enhance operational efficiency and support strategic initiatives.

Job Duty 6 -
Monitor and manage Information Technology budgets, ensuring that expenditures align with institutional priorities and financial constraints.

Job Duty 7 -
Foster collaboration and communication between Information Technology and other departments, ensuring that technology solutions support the overall mission of the institution.

Job Duty 8 -
Stay informed about emerging technologies and trends, evaluating their potential impact on the institution and recommending adoption as appropriate.

Job Duty 9 -
Serve as a key point of contact for faculty, staff, and administration regarding Information Technology issues and initiatives, facilitating effective communication and problem resolution.

Job Duty 10 -
Perform other duties as assigned.

Educational Requirements
Bachelor's degree in related discipline or equivalent, related experience.

Required Experience
6+ years of relevant experience, including 3+ years of supervisory knowledge.

Preferred Educational Qualifications
Master's degree in related discipline or equivalent, related experience.

• Experience supporting Information Technology within a facilities, operations, or infrastructure focused organization

• Exposure to or experience supporting facilities related enterprise systems (e.g., work order management, asset management, space management, or project management platforms)

• Understanding of how Information Technology enables operational continuity and service delivery in mission critical environments.

• Experience working in higher education, research, or public-sector environments

• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with technical and non technical stakeholders.

• Experience leveraging technology to streamline operational processes and improve efficiency

• Interest in emerging technologies that support smart campus, facilities analytics, or operational intelligence

• Demonstrated ability to partner effectively with non technical stakeholders, including operations, facilities leadership, and executive teams

• Proven ability to lead teams that support diverse user groups with varying technical skill levels

• Experience managing technology budgets that include enterprise software licensing models, hardware procurement, and vendor provided services for both on prem and SAAS/ cloud solutions

SKILLS
This job requires working knowledge of unit level information technology infrastructure including related software and hardware. Skills in strategic planning, budget formulation and management, management of technical professionals, oral and written communication, IT policy development and administration, project management, process engineering/reengineering, relational database administration and application of performance metrics is required.

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Institute is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and Institute policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities.

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia ("USG") and Georgia Tech. Georgia Tech prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of an individual's race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. Further, Georgia Tech prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required in order to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by Federal, State, or local government contract.

This is a supervisory position.
This position will have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will not travel
This position does not require security clearance.

Job Grade:T08
Salary Range: $116,775.00 -$182,773.00

Salary will commensurate with experience and education
Location: Atlanta, GA

Successful candidate must be able to pass a background check. Please visit http://policylibrary.gatech.edu/employment/pre-employment-screening