Vice Chancellor Information Technology

Job Summary

Witt Kieffer is assisting the University of Colorado Boulder in this search. For fullest consideration, all candidate materials should be submitted directly to the Witt Kieffer candidate portal. Applications are accepted until July 9, 2026. Reporting to the Senior Vice Chancellor of Operations, the Vice Chancellor for Information Technology (VCIT) will align information technology strategy with the institution’s mission, strategic priorities, and goals for academic excellence and research distinction.

The VCIT will play a critical role in advancing administrative effectiveness and supporting institutional growth initiatives, including enrollment expansion, research competitiveness, and an enhanced student experience. The successful candidate will be a mission‑driven leader with a strong record of building high‑performing teams and strengthening IT services in a complex R1 research university. A collaborative, trusted partner, the VCIT will communicate clearly, build strong relationships across campus and with external stakeholders, and guide meaningful change through credibility, influence, and consensus.

CU Boulder will offer an annual salary range of $360,000 – $415,000 for this role, plus a recruitment incentive and a moving allowance (if applicable).

At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well‑being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County’s largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world‑class outdoor recreation.

Be innovative. Be impactful. Be Boulder.

For full consideration, all materials should be received by July 9, 2026 and submitted through the Witt Kieffer candidate portal. In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, any materials you submit may redact or remove age‑identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For inquiries, nominations, or application questions, please use the Witt Kieffer candidate portal or contact Suzanne Teer and Zach Durst through the office of Ethan Robles at