Associate Vice President Information Technology​/Academic Technology and Institutional

Position: Associate Vice President for Information Technology/Academic Technology and Institutional Learn[...]

Associate Vice President for Information Technology/Academic Technology and Institutional Learning (AVPIT/ATIL)

California State University, Fullerton invites applications for the Associate Vice President for Information Technology/Academic Technology and Institutional Learning (AVPIT/ATIL) role, an Administrator III position within the Information Technology - Operations division.

About the Position

The Division of Information Technology (IT) seeks an exceptional individual to lead academic technology support services. The AVPIT/ATIL reports to the Vice President for Information Technology/CIO and oversees strategic planning, budget management, and service delivery across IT Academic Technology units.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute plans for academic technology support, enhancing teaching and learning environments for university administrators, faculty, staff, and students.
• Enable and enhance IT cohesion, process flow, and practices within IT/Academic Technology Support services units.
• Lead strategic planning, manage budgets, allocate resources effectively, and foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Supervise managers or directors in complex organizational settings, collaborating with faculty, administrators, and IT stakeholders.
• Other duties as assigned.

Inclusive Leadership Statement

• Describe what inclusive leadership means to you.
• Provide a description of your experiences working with individuals who have a different perspective.
• Explain how issues of inclusivity have impacted you personally or professionally.

Essential Qualifications

• Doctorate (Ph.D., Ed.D., or equivalent) in education, instructional technology, psychology, information technology, quantitative methods, or a closely related field.
• At least seven years of progressively responsible leadership experience in academic technology, instructional innovation, digital learning, or related areas within higher education.
• Demonstrated experience integrating technology into teaching and learning environments.
• Experience supervising managers or directors in complex organizational settings.
• Proven ability to lead strategic planning, manage budgets, and allocate resources effectively.
• Strong understanding of pedagogy, instructional design, and accessible, inclusive teaching practices.
• Demonstrated success collaborating with faculty, administrators, and IT stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas to diverse audiences.
• Ability to foster a culture of innovation, assessment, data‑informed decision making, and continuous improvement.
• Background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading instructional design teams, LMS/Canvas support, or faculty development programs.
• Experience evaluating academic programs, instructional initiatives, or technology‑enhanced learning environments.
• Experience conducting or supervising research or assessment using advanced quantitative or analytical methods.
• Record of presenting at conferences, facilitating workshops, or leading faculty training.
• Knowledge of CSU systemwide academic technology initiatives, policies, and structures.
• Familiarity with emerging instructional technologies, AI‑enhanced learning tools, immersive environments, and learning analytics.
• Demonstrated commitment to equity‑minded pedagogy and student‑centered learning.
• Experience working in a large public university or comparable higher‑education institution.

License/Certifications

A valid California driver’s license is required.

Special Working Conditions

Notice of Non‑Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator.

Additional Information

California State University, Fullerton is committed to fostering an environment where students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self‑disclose.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

California State University, Fullerton is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, and any other protected status. The university complies with the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and the CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017, and the CSU Sponsored Ethics and Conflict of Interest requirements.

The position is considered a general mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act. The scope of responsibilities includes making or participating in decisions that may have a material financial benefit on the incumbent. Conflict of Interest training will be completed within thirty (30) days of appointment.

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