Chief Information Officer; CIO
Listed on 2026-11-04
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IT/Tech
IT Project Manager, IT Consultant, Systems Administrator, Cybersecurity
POSITION:
Chief Information Officer (CIO)
LOCATION:
Devils Lake, ND WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED:
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship. Lake Region State College does not provide employment-based immigration sponsorship for any position. TYPE OF APPOINTMENT:
This is a full-time, 12-month, benefited position. BACKGROUND CHECK: LRSC does require a successful background check for the selected candidate prior to beginning employment. JOB SUMMARY
Lake Region State College is seeking a strategic, innovative, and collaborative leader to serve as its Chief Information Officer (CIO). The CIO reports to the Vice President of Administrative Affairs and provides leadership and direction for LRSC’s information technology operations, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and long-term technology strategy.
The CIO is responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive technology vision that supports LRSC's mission, strategic priorities, academic programs, and administrative operations. This position works closely with college leadership, faculty, and staff to identify technology needs, improve institutional effectiveness, and ensure reliable, secure, and efficient technology services.
The CIO oversees all aspects of information technology, including network infrastructure, enterprise systems, cybersecurity, data management, technology planning, budgeting, and IT personnel. The position is responsible for establishing technology policies, managing institutional risk, ensuring compliance with applicable security requirements, and maintaining effective disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
The CIO serves as a key advisor to college leadership on emerging technologies, digital innovation, and technology investments. This position also represents LRSC in North Dakota University System (NDUS) technology initiatives and collaborative efforts. As the NDUS continues to explore opportunities for shared services, technology coordination, and greater collaboration among institutions, the CIO will help ensure LRSC has a strong voice in these discussions while advocating for the unique needs of our campus, employees, and students.
The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, sound judgment, effective communication, and the ability to balance long‑term strategic planning with the operational needs of a rural community college. The CIO will foster a service‑oriented IT department that values accountability, teamwork, innovation, and responsiveness to the college community.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, Educational Leadership, or a closely related field. Minimum of five years of progressively responsible information technology experience, including supervisory or management responsibilities. Demonstrated experience in IT strategic planning, technology infrastructure, cybersecurity, and information systems management. Experience managing technology budgets, personnel, projects, and vendor relationships. Strong understanding of information security, risk management, and data protection practices.
Demonstrated ability to provide strategic leadership, develop effective working relationships, and communicate technical information to nontechnical audiences. Ability to align technology initiatives with institutional goals and operational needs.
- Master's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, Educational Leadership, or a closely related field. Experience serving in an executive or senior‑level information technology leadership position. Experience…
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