Emory University

Senior Director, IT Operations

Emory University

full-time

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Origin:  • 🇺🇸 United States

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Job Level

Senior

About the role

  • Provide strategic leadership, operational oversight, and vision for all technology services supporting the School of Nursing
  • Develop and execute a technology strategy aligned with the School of Nursing's academic, research, and clinical missions as well as the broader university IT vision
  • Serve as the primary technology advisor to the Dean and leadership team
  • Identify opportunities to leverage technology for academic innovation, inter-professional collaboration, and operational efficiency
  • Oversee day-to-day IT operations including infrastructure, networks, classroom and simulation center technology, research computing, and end-user support
  • Lead planning, implementation, and lifecycle management of enterprise and specialized systems, including learning management platforms and EHR training environments
  • Partner with university OIT and health system stakeholders to advocate for and represent SON needs
  • Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and standards (HIPAA, FERPA) and partner with the information security office for risk assessments and incident response
  • Develop and manage the School's IT budget, vendor management, contract negotiation, and optimize resources
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing IT team and represent the SON in university-wide IT governance and policy development

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field
  • Eight years of progressive IT leadership experience, including experience in higher education, healthcare, or research environments
  • Master's degree preferred
  • Proven success in managing complex IT environments with diverse user populations and specialized technology needs
  • Knowledge of academic and healthcare compliance frameworks (HIPAA, FERPA, NIST)
  • Experience with simulation technology, instructional design tools, and learning management systems preferred
  • Familiarity with research computing, EHR systems, and integration with healthcare partners desirable
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work across academic, clinical, and administrative domains
  • Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location; remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion.