Chief Information Officer (Bremerton)

Chief Information Officer

Salary: $132,837 - $152,763

Classification: Administrative Exempt / Executive

Reports to: Executive Vice President

Priority Consideration to those who apply by June 27th, 2025

The Chief Information Officer (CIO) provides strategic and operational leadership for the institution’s information technology services. As an executive leadership team member, the CIO is responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive technology vision that supports academic success, administrative efficiency, and institutional goals. This role oversees IT budgeting, compliance, cybersecurity, infrastructure, and user services while ensuring alignment with institutional priorities and evolving trends in higher education.

• IT Budget Oversight & Presentations:
  Develops and manages the IT operating and capital budgets. Prepares and delivers budget presentations to executive leadership, shared governance committees, and the governing board to support resource planning and institutional priorities.
• Cybersecurity & PCI Compliance:
  Leads the development and enforcement of institutional cybersecurity policies and practices. Ensures compliance with relevant standards, including Payment Card Industry (PCI), FERPA, and other regulatory frameworks. Oversees cybersecurity risk assessments, training, and incident response protocols.
• Working knowledge of Enterprise Systems:
  Expertise in managing Microsoft Office 365, Active Directory, and Amazon Web Services.
• Technology Governance & Standards:
  Establishes and maintains technology standards, architecture, and governance structures that support interoperability, data integrity, and strategic alignment across all departments and campuses.
• IT Staff Management & Development:
  Provides leadership and direction for IT staff, including hiring, evaluation, and professional development. Fosters a culture of service, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the IT organization.
• Institutional Leadership & Collaboration (eTeam):
  Serves as a member of the Executive Team (eTeam), contributing to institutional planning, strategic decision-making, and cross-functional initiatives.
• Contract Negotiation, Approval & Signature Authority:
  Leads negotiation of technology contracts and service agreements. Reviews and approves IT-related purchases and is an authorized institutional signatory for IT contracts following procurement and legal policies.
• Escalated User Issue Resolution:
  Serves as the escalation point for high-impact technology issues affecting students, faculty, and staff. Coordinates appropriate resolution and communicates with stakeholders as needed.
• State IT Commission & External Representation:
  Represents the institution on state-level IT commissions, higher education consortiums, and interagency working groups. Advocates for institutional needs and shares best practices within the broader higher education community.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field (Bachelor’s degree with exceptional experience may be considered).
• Minimum of 7–10 years of progressive leadership experience in information technology
• Demonstrated success in IT budgeting, staff development, and strategic planning.
• Expertise in cybersecurity frameworks, PCI compliance, and FERPA regulations.
• Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills with a collaborative approach to problem-solving and decision-making.

Desired Qualifications

• Minimum of 7–10 years of progressive leadership experience in information technology, preferably within a higher education environment.
• Experience with academic technologies, student information systems, and learning management platforms is highly desirable.

Terms of Employment

Please note that we are unable to sponsor visas for this position. Only candidates who are currently authorized to work in the United States will be considered.
This is a full-time exempt position scheduled to work Monday through Friday. The salary for this position is $132,837 - $152,763annually, which includes a generous benefits package that includes the following.
Medical/vision, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental dismemberment, Flexible Spending Arrangement, Dependent Care Assistance Program, Wellness Programs, SBRP retirement plan administered by TIAA, Deferred Compensation Program (DRS) retirement savings plan; TIAA supplemental retirement savings plan, 11 paid holidays, leave – vacation/sick/personal holiday, Aflac, auto/home insurance, space available tuition waiver, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center, reduced rate and priority consideration on-site child care on a space available.
For more information regarding benefits, please visit our website here.

Conditions of Employment

• Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. In addition to the background check, candidates will be required to complete the Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form as required WB HB 2327.
• Olympic College seeks candidates for employment who share our commitment to fostering an equitable and inclusive learning environment (read our Equity Statement ). All applicants are required to submit a statement of 500 words or less, describing the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the higher education environment and their prior, current, and/or potential contribution(s) to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion as an employee.
• The employee must reside in Washington State and within a reasonable distance of the campus to respond to workplace reporting requirements at the time of hire . Frequent travel to Olympic College campuses or other sites may occur.

How To Apply
To be considered for this position, a candidate must apply online through the Olympic College website and submit the following required materials:

• Olympic College Online Application
• Resume
• Cover Letter - in your cover letter describe how your experience sets you apart for this position.
• Unofficial college transcripts. Official transcripts and copies of mandated certifications will be required of the successful candidate.

EEO Statement
Olympic College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Olympic College provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination and accommodation policies: . This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed or modified without notice.

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