Executive Director

Salary The annual salary for this position ranges from $145,000 to $154,000. The final offer will be commensurate with the candidate’s relevant experience and qualifications. Salary The annual salary for this position ranges from $145,000 to $154,000. The final offer will be commensurate with the candidate’s relevant experience and qualifications. Purpose of Position Senior leadership position responsible for leading the strategic direction, budget oversight, and operations of Extension and Extended Campus technology infrastructure, eLearning support, and content governance teams to support fiscal growth of EEC business units. Essential Functions Senior leadership position responsible for leading the strategic direction, budget oversight, and operations of Extension and Extended Campus technology enterprise. Oversee the digital operational lifecycle of noncredit online program development, including program review, course build, quality assurance, and launch, ensuring high standards and scalability for future growth. Collaborate with University central IT to leverage existing and planned campus IT resources and services. Through consensus-building with other university departments, develop a comprehensive strategic e-learning investment plan to support aggressive expansion into noncredit online content sales. Enable partnerships with VP EEC, academic affairs and colleges to implement digitally enabled noncredit courses. Align technology solutions to help bridge gaps between noncredit and credit programs. Effectively communicate the EEC vision and plans throughout the department and relevant University colleges/departments. Align EEC technology risk assessment and management with university risk management programs. Support VP of EEC on special projects. Performs other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field and 10 years of progressively responsible leadership experience in information technology, including supervisory experience managing IT professionals. Experience must include systems analysis and design, relational databases, client-server concepts, enterprise resource planning applications, strategic and business planning, project management, and application development lifecycle practices. Equivalent combinations of education, certification, training, and experience may be considered. Preferred Qualifications Master's Degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, Engineering or related field. Ten (10) years of experience in higher education technology. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Excellent organization, teamwork, problem-solving, and communication (verbal and written) skills. Ability to work well with people at all levels of the organization, as well as external clients and organizations. Work Schedule Monday through Friday; 8:00am through 5:00pm Hybrid eligible. Must work in office three (3) days a week. Working Conditions May work around standard office conditions. Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation. Position may be designated security-sensitive based on job duties or location. Benefits Information Position is benefit eligible: Yes We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees at the University. PreEmployment Background Check It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a pre employment background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University. This position may have access to critical infrastructure as defined by Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code. If so, to be hired for and continue to be employed in this position you must maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure as set forth in Texas Executive Order GA 48. By assuming this position, and if you have access to critical infrastructure, you authorize the University to conduct routine background checks. University Information The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. As a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution, UTA is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. With an enrollment of more than 42,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 "Very High Research Activity" institution and nationally recognized for its commitment to student success and service. It ranks No. 5 in Military Times' "Best for Vets: Colleges" and is the top university in North Texas for its graduates' salaries (The Wall Street Journal). UTA is designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution and is No. 6 for undergraduate ethnic diversity in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). With a global alumni network of approximately 280,000 - including leaders at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, UTA contributes an estimated $29 billion annually to the Texas economy. UTA is expanding its regional footprint by building a regional campus, called UTA West, in Parker County on the far west side of Fort Worth. It is scheduled to open in fall 2028. This initiative aligns with the university's strategic growth and commitment to serving the broader community. This is an exciting time to join UTA and contribute to its bold vision for the future. EEO Statement It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. 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