Associate Vice President for Information Technology, Academic Technology and Institutional Learning (AVPIT/ATIL)

Job Title

Associate Vice President for Information Technology, Academic Technology and Institutional Learning (AVPIT/ATIL)

Classification

Administrator III

Auto Req. ID

563342

Salary Range

Classification Range $6,891 - $22,119 per month

(Hiring range depending on qualifications, not anticipated to exceed $16,600 - $20,300 per month)

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM         

Why CSUF

California State University, Fullerton (Cal State Fullerton) is a leading public university committed to student success, academic excellence, and inclusive excellence. The university fosters a collaborative environment that supports teaching, research, and service while promoting innovation and professional growth. Cal State Fullerton is both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution, and a recipient of the Seal of Excelencia (2021 and 2024) from Excelencia in Education. Joining Cal State Fullerton means becoming part of a community dedicated to advancing student achievement, career success, and economic mobility.

Department

The Division of Information Technology (IT) strives to be a strategic, innovative, and best‐in‐class IT organization that provides a leading‐edge technology environment for students, faculty, and staff to advance the University’s mission, vision, and goals. We are seeking an exceptional individual to join our Information Technology Operations team as the Associate Vice President for Information Technology, Academic Technology and Institutional Learning (AVPIT/ATIL) (Administrator III). The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude, an active, energetic mind, and a leadership style that is characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to inclusivity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Vice President for Information Technology and Chief Information Officer, the Associate Vice President for Information Technology, Academic Technology and Institutional Learning (AVPIT/ATIL) serves as a senior member of the IT executive leadership team and strategic partner across the campus community. The AVPIT/ATIL provides executive leadership and strategic direction for academic technology, instructional design, classroom technology, and technology-enhanced teaching and learning programs. Develops and implements a forward-looking, multi-year academic technology roadmap aligned with university and CSU system priorities for student success, workforce readiness, and operational excellence. The AVPIT/ATIL leads high-performing teams, oversees budgets and personnel, and represents the division on university, systemwide, and national committees focused on advancing academic technology in higher education. Other duties as assigned.

Inclusive Leadership Statement

Inclusive Leadership Statement is required below, please be sure to address the following as a minimum. Please add additional information as you see necessary and applicable:

• What does inclusive leadership mean to you.

• A description of your experiences working with individuals with a different perspective.

• A description of how issues of inclusivity have impacted you personally or professionally.

Essential Qualifications

A master’s degree from an accredited college or university in education, instructional technology, psychology, information technology, quantitative methods, or a closely related field. At least seven years of progressively responsible leadership experience in academic technology, instructional innovation, digital learning, or related areas within higher education. Demonstrated experience integrating technology into teaching and learning environments, along with experience supervising managers or directors in complex organizational settings. Proven ability to lead strategic planning, manage budgets, and allocate resources effectively. Strong understanding of pedagogy, instructional design, and accessible and inclusive teaching practices. Demonstrated success collaborating with faculty, administrators, and IT stakeholders. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas to diverse audiences. Ability to foster a culture of innovation, assessment, data-informed decision-making, and continuous improvement.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to complete the background check satisfactorily may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.  

Preferred Qualifications

A doctorate (Ph.D., Ed.D., or equivalent terminal degree) in education, instructional technology, psychology, information technology, quantitative methods, or a closely related field. Experience leading instructional design teams, Learning Management System (LMS)/Canvas support, or faculty development programs, as well as experience evaluating academic programs, instructional initiatives, or technology-enhanced learning environments. Experience conducting or supervising research or assessment using advanced quantitative or analytical methods. A record of presenting at conferences, facilitating workshops, or leading faculty training. Knowledge of CSU systemwide academic technology initiatives, policies, and structures. Familiarity with emerging instructional technologies, AI-enhanced learning tools, immersive environments, and learning analytics. Demonstrated commitment to equity-minded pedagogy and student-centered learning. Experience working in a large public university or comparable higher-education institution.

License/Certifications

A valid California driver’s license.

Special Working Conditions

Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator

Benefits at a Glance

• An array of health plans that include prescription drug coverage
• Dental and Vision coverage
• Income protection benefits including life insurance and disability
• Retirement plan through CalPERS
• Tuition waiver for employees and dependents if eligible
• FlexCash (in lieu of health and dental)
• Employee Assistance Programs
• 15 paid holidays

See our CSUF Benefits website for additional information.

Additional Information

California State University, Fullerton is committed to fostering an environment where students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. We welcome individuals ready to make an impact on student and staff success to apply and become part of the Titan Community. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

Cal State Fullerton is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination based on regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or any other protected status.

As of January 1, 2022, the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

The scope of responsibilities for this position includes the making or participating in the making of decisions that may have a material financial benefit on the incumbent. Therefore, you will be required to file an initial “Conflict of Interest Form 700: Statement of Economic Interests” within thirty (30) days from date of hire and on an annual basis; and complete the CSU sponsored ethics on-line training within thirty (30) days of appointment, and at least once during each consecutive period of two calendar years following the appointment.

The person holding this position is considered a limited mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with the requirement outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017.

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) position under the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. CSAs are responsible for reporting allegations of Clery Act Crimes reported to them or that they witness. CSA training is required.

Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool.

If you are applying for a staff position, please note that you are not eligible to work concurrently in a staff position and an Academic Student position such as a Graduate Assistant, Teaching Associate, Instructional Student Assistant, or Student Assistant position.

Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.

Employee/applicant who applies for a position may be required to successfully complete job-related performance test(s) as part of the selection process.  

Online application/resume must be received by electronic submission on the final filing date by 9:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)/midnight (Eastern Standard Time). Applicants who fail to complete all sections of the online application form will be disqualified from consideration. 

California State University, Fullerton is not currently sponsoring any new H-1B petitions for staff, management, or faculty positions.