AI Strategy & Operations Manager

Position Details

Position Information


About Fordham


Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an exceptional education distinguished by the Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000 students in its nine colleges and schools. It has residential campuses in the Bronx and Manhattan, a campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United Kingdom.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; life insurance; short and long-term disability; employee assistance program (EAP); tuition remission; and generous time off.

Successful candidates should have a knowledge of and commitment to the goals of Jesuit Education.

Title of Position
AI Strategy & Operations Manager


Position Number
A01245


FLSA
Exempt


Scheduled Hours Per Week
35


Department
Information Technology


Campus
Rose Hill, Lincoln Center


Work Arrangement
Hybrid


Hybrid Policy:
Please review the Hybrid Policy at


Position Summary


Reporting to the Assistant VP of Enterprise AI, the AI Strategy & Operations Manager assists the AVP in leading the identification and implementation of AI initiatives to enhance the university's academic and operational frameworks.


This role is responsible for bridging the gap between emerging AI trends and practical campus applications to drive institutional efficiency.

Essential Functions


Assists in the development of AI roadmaps and priorities that directly support the university's overarching strategic goals.

Evaluates complex industry shifts to identify high-value use cases for students, faculty and university operations.

Conducts comprehensive feasibility studies to determine the technical and operational viability of proposed AI initiatives.

Performs detailed cost-benefit analyses for all AI projects to ensure optimal resource allocation and ROI.

Helps setup and run the AI Governance Council that spans faculty, university administrators and IT to assess campus needs and manage risk, ethics, and ROI

Serves as a liaison to AI Governance Council, data governance and security teams to ensure responsible AI implementations.

Essential Functions Note

This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list.
The University may assign additional related duties as necessary.


Management Responsibilities
Not responsible for supervision or oversight of others.


Additional Functions

Required Qualifications: Education and Experience


Bachelor's in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.

Minimum of 3 years of experience in data analytics, artificial intelligence, and machine learning concepts.

Required Qualifications: Knowledge and Skills


Proven track record in developing project roadmaps and executing strategic plans.

Advanced problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into actionable executive recommendations.

Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills tailored for engaging with diverse university stakeholders and leadership.

Preferred Qualifications


Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.

Minimum Starting Salary
$100,000


Maximum Starting Salary
$125,000


Note

Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and skills.


Is this a Union position?
No

Posting Detail Information


Posting Number
A1031P


Number of Vacancies
1


Start Date
N/A


Posting Date
03/18/2026


Special Instructions

EEO Statement


Fordham University is committed to excellence and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds.

Fordham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.