Director, Information Systems & Technology, Education

Mission and Department Overview

Georgia State University’s College of Education & Human Development (CEHD) is dedicated to high-quality instruction and high-impact research. As a knowledge-sharing organization, we strive to move lives forward in our urban setting. We are seeking a dedicated Director of Information Systems & Technology to provide technical and administrative leadership, ensuring our IT infrastructure is strategically sound and supports our diverse academic community.

Core Leadership Responsibilities

• Strategic IT Direction: Providing professional and technical leadership to enhance the effectiveness of the college’s information systems and IT infrastructure.

• Infrastructure Management: Ensuring all systems are reliable, secure, cost-efficient, and aligned with the university’s long-term digital strategy.

• Collaborative Leadership: Working with diverse partners across the Dean’s Office and various academic departments to support instructional and research technology needs.

• Policy & Security: Overseeing administrative protocols to protect sensitive educational data and maintain compliance with university standards.

Requirements and Work Environment

• Shift & Availability: Full-time position, Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 5:15 pm, based at the Atlanta Campus.

• Professional Background: Extensive experience in IT management, specifically within an academic or large-scale organizational setting.

• Values Alignment: A commitment to GSU’s core values of Community, Transformation, and Belonging.

• Equal Opportunity: Georgia State is an EEO employer that prohibits discrimination based on race, ethnicity, veteran status, or disability.

Compensation and Generous Benefits

• Salary Range: $85,000 to $105,000 per year (Pay Grade 4-1).

• Work Perks: A flexible work environment within a rapidly growing academic center.

• Full Benefits Package: Includes comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, tuition assistance, and robust retirement plans.

• Development: Access to mentorship and continuous professional development opportunities.