Chief technology officer Jobs in Kansas City, MO

divh2Chief Information Officer / h2pKCU is partnering with OMNI to conduct the search for Chief Information Officer. / ppReporting to the CFO / COO, the Chief Information Officer (CIO) will serve as KCUs senior technology leader, providing strategic and operational direction across all areas of IT. This individual will develop a unified strategy that integrates information systems, artificial intelligence, academic computing, and distance learning initiatives to strengthen teaching, learning, and overall University operations. The CIO will be instrumental in identifying and implementing innovative solutions that support both new and established academic services throughout KCU. / ppEssential Duties and Responsibilities : / pulliLead enterprise-wide digital transformation and artificial intelligence initiatives that enhance academic and administrative performance. / liliOversee all aspects of IT infrastructure, systems architecture, applications, and service delivery. / liliEnsure strong cybersecurity practices and governance across the University. / liliAlign IT strategy with institutional priorities through collaboration with senior leadership, faculty, and staff. / liliDirect budgeting, performance measurement, and continuous improvement efforts within the IT division. / liliBuild, develop, and retain a high-performing, service-oriented IT team. / liliAssess emerging technologies and implement innovative solutions to advance KCUs mission and long-term goals. / li / ulpQualifications : / pulliBachelors degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or a related field; Masters degree preferred. / liliMinimum of 10 years of progressive IT leadership experience, ideally in higher education. / liliDemonstrated experience implementing high-impact AI and digital transformation initiatives. / liliProven expertise in cybersecurity and enterprise-level systems management (Workday experience a plus). / liliStrong record of strategic planning, systems integration, and operational excellence in complex organizations. / liliExceptional communication and leadership skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences, including Executive leadership and the Board of Trustees. / liliExperience managing large-scale technology projects and leading teams through organizational change. / li / ulpEqual Opportunity Employer / ppKCU is committed to promoting an equal employment opportunity workplace. Equal opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information (GINA), physical or mental disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, ancestry, military and / or veteran status, and / or any other status protected by applicable Federal, state or local law. / ppAnnual Security Report / ppKCU is committed to providing a safe campus for students, faculty, and staff. Our annual campus security report lists campus crimes and statistics for the campus and public areas around campus for the last three years, in accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. / ppThank you for your interest in a career at KCU! / p / div