Application Review Date: August 5, 2026

Campus Location: Radford City - Main Campus

Job Description

The Associate Vice President for Information Technology and Chief Information Officer (CIO) is the university’s senior technology leader, responsible for advancing a modern, secure, and innovative IT environment that supports the institution’s academic and administrative mission. As a member of the Finance and Administration leadership team, reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, this role plays a key part in shaping and executing the university’s technology strategy in support of empowering brighter futures and building stronger communities.

The CIO leads the planning, delivery, and continuous improvement of enterprise IT services, driving innovation, data-informed decision-making, and operational excellence. This position partners across the university to align technology initiatives with institutional priorities and enhance the experience of students, faculty, and staff.

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience providing strategic leadership for enterprise IT in a complex organization, including aligning technology with organizational priorities.
• Proven success leading major IT operations and initiatives, including enterprise systems, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and cloud services.
• Experience leading process improvement and technology-enabled transformation.
• Knowledge of current and emerging technologies, including cloud, cybersecurity, data/analytics, and artificial intelligence (AI).
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Proven ability to analyze issues, leverage data to inform decisions, and deliver results.
• Advanced degree in a related field or a combination of a bachelor's degree, training, and experience equating to an advanced degree.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in higher education IT leadership.
• Experience with data governance, analytics, and business intelligence initiatives.
• Familiarity with information security, identity management, and regulatory requirements (e.g., FERPA, accessibility).
• Experience with enterprise platforms such as ERP, CRM, and LMS systems.
• Experience leading cloud or SaaS transformations.

Is this position Grant Funded: No

Is this position restricted: No

Is this position eligible for telework: Yes

Hours Per Week: 40

Months per Year: 12

Statement of Economic Interest Required: Yes

FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Classification: Administrative & Professional Faculty

Normal Work Schedule:

Employee Classification: Administrative - Lecturer

Department: Information Technology

Salary: $157.900 - $210,500 (Commensurate with experience and qualifications)

Department Contact Name: Pamela H Fitchett

Department Contact Phone: 5408315411

Department Contact Email: pfitchett@radford.edu

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.

Clery Statement

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Radford University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years’ of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at Radford.edu/police. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the Radford University Police Department located at 810 East Main Street PO Box 6883, Radford, VA, 24142.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.

Criminal Background Check Statement

Radford University is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all employees, students, volunteers, and stakeholders. As part of our hiring and screening process, we conduct criminal background checks in compliance with Virginia Code § 19.2-389 and other applicable state and federal laws. Successful candidates will be required to have a criminal background check.