Executive Director of Data & Technology

Position: Executive Director of Data & Technology

Classification: Administration

Department: Information Technology & Institutional Research

Report to: Vice President of Academic Affairs

General Job Summary:

This is a full-time administrative position responsible for providing strategic leadership, coordination, and oversight of the College’s technology, enterprise systems, institutional research, analytics, and data governance functions. The Executive Director of Data & Technology develops and advances a unified vision for technology and data servicesthat supports institutional priorities, operational effectiveness, student success, and collaboration across all college departments. Campuslocation will be determined upon hire.

Primary responsibilities include leading institutional technology initiatives, managingenterprise systems and digital infrastructure, supporting data-informed decision-making, fostering cross-departmental collaboration, andensuring projects are implemented successfully from planning through completion. This position promotes a culture of service, innovation,accountability, and continuous improvement while building strong working relationships with faculty, staff, administrators, and externalpartners.

% of TIME Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Constant

(67-100%)

1.Provide leadership and strategic direction for the College’s information technology, enterprise systems, institutional research, analytics,and data governance operations.

2. Develop and communicate a unified institutional vision for technology and data services alignedwith the College’s mission, strategic priorities, and operational goals.

3. Lead and manage cross-functional technology and datainitiatives from planning through implementation and completion.

4. Build collaborative relationships with academic andadministrative departments to ensure technology and data solutions support institutional needs and student success initiatives.

5.Promote a service-oriented culture focused on responsiveness, communication, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

6. Overseeenterprise systems including ERP/SIS, LMS, CRM, reporting systems, and related institutional technologies.

7. Ensure the integrity,reliability, security, and accessibility of institutional data and technology systems.

8. Supervise and support departmentalpersonnel, including assigning responsibilities, monitoring performance, encouraging professional growth, and fostering a collaborative workenvironment.

9. Communicate complex technical and analytical information clearly and effectively to individuals with carrying levelsof technical knowledge.

10. Support data-informed decision making by expanding access to actionable reporting, dashboards, andanalytics tools.

11. Maintain established office hours and availability for institutional collaboration and project support.

12. Serve as a member of the President’s Cabinet.

Frequent

(34-66%)

1. Coordinate and oversee institutionaltechnology projects, system
2. Collaborate with faculty, staff, and administrators to identify operational challenges and developtechnology-based solutions.
3. Develop and maintain policies, procedures, standards, and best practices related to technologyservices, cybersecurity, and data governance.
4. Monitor departmental budgets, technology resources, contracts, and vendorrelationships.
5. Prepare presentations, reports, and recommendations for executive leadership and the Board of Trustees.
6. Support institutional planning, accreditation, assessment, and program review activities through research, reporting, and analysis.
7. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and accreditation reporting requirements, including FERPA and data privacy regulations.
8. Facilitate meetings, project teams, and institutional committees related to technology, data governance, and operational effectiveness.
9. Monitor project timelines, deliverables, and performance outcomes to ensure successful completion and implementation.
10. Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend innovative solutions that improve institutional efficiency, collaboration, and servicedelivery.
11. Assist in strengthening communication and collaboration between departments to improve institutional alignment andworkflow integration.
12. Promote a positive institutional culture through professionalism, leadership, collaboration, and effectiveinterpersonal communication.

Occasional

(10-33%)

1. Participate in institutional events, training sessions,leadership meetings, and professional development activities.

2. Participate in selected collegewide and assigned institutionalcommittees.

3. Represent the College in meetings with external organizations, technology partners, vendors, and communitystakeholders.

4. Assist with emergency planning, disaster recovery preparation, and business continuity initiatives.

5.Support implementation of new systems, technologies, and process improvement initiatives across the institution.

6. Attendconferences, workshops, and training related to information technology, institutional research, leadership, and higher education innovation.

7. Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

1. Demonstrated leadershipability with strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.

2. Ability to create and communicate a clear, unified vision forinstitutional technology and data services.

3. Strong project management skills with the ability to lead initiatives to successfulcompletion.

4. Ability to work collaboratively across departments and develop effective partnerships with diverse stakeholders.

5. Knowledge of enterprise systems, institutional research practices, analytics tools, and information technology operations.

6.Knowledge of cybersecurity principles, data governance, and regulatory compliance requirements.

7. Strong organizational, planning,and time management skills.

8. Ability to analyze complex problems and develop effective, practical solutions.

9. Ability tocommunicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

10. Ability to supervise personnel, manage resources, and foster acollaborative team environment.

11. Ability to manage multiple priorities in an environment with changing demands and deadlines.

12. Ability to access, input, retrieve, and analyze information using institutional technology systems and reporting platforms.

13. Ability to represent the College in a professional and positive manner with employees, students, vendors, and community members.

14. Commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and institutional collaboration.

Special Demands:

Sedentary to light work. Frequent use of computers and technology systems required. Position involves sitting most of the time; standingwalking, lifting, carrying, reading, and repetitive motion occasionally (10-33%). Talking, hearing, and viewing various types of closevisual work and repetitive motion constantly (67-100%). May be required to travel utilizing personal vehicle. Must have valid driver’slicense, good driving record and provide proof of insurance.

Employment with Iowa Lakes Community College isdependent upon successful passage of a criminal background check. Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employersponsorship. Iowa Lakes Community College participates in the federal E-Verify program. We will verify your employment eligibility inthe United States as required by law.

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the essentialfunctions, job duties/responsibilities, and performance expectations of the job, which should not be considered an all-inclusive listing ofwork requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

A bachelor’sdegree with industry recognized credentials specific to position, or master’s degree in information technology, information systems,institutional research, business administration, education, leadership, or related field required. Minimum of three years of progressivelyresponsible leadership experience in technology services, institutional research, enterprise systems, project management, education, orrelated administrative areas preferred. Must possess strong communication, leadership, organizational, collaboration, and project managementskills.

Fringe Benefits: Paid sick leave, vacation, and holidays. Employee health, dental, and vision insurance.Partially funded family insurance available. Employee life and disability insurance. Employee retirement package.

Salary:$100,563

Application Process:

The following items must be included in your application packet beforeit will be considered a complete application:

¨ Employment Application form

¨ Applicant ConfidentialInformation form (This data is used to comply with government required affirmative action record keeping only and is not used forapplicant screening purposes.)

¨ A letter addressing your qualifications for the position

¨ A resume

¨ A copy oftranscripts, with originals due upon hiring

Only complete application packets will be considered for the position vacancy.

Position open until filled. Review of applications will begin June 8, 2026. View complete job description and application process atwww.iowalakes.edu/employment. Contact Lynn Miller at lmmiller@iowalakes.edu or 712-362-0409. Iowa Lakes Community College, Human Resources, 19 South 7th Street, Estherville, IA 51334.