Chief Technology Officer HV-MC-9917

Founded in 1953 Hudson Valley Community College (HVCC) located in scenic Upstate NY is a multi-campus College with locations in Troy and Malta New York. HVCC offers more than 80 degree and certificate programs in three schools : Business and Liberal Arts; Health Sciences; and Science Technology Engineering and Math (STEM). Hudson Valley is one of 30 community colleges in the State University of New York (SUNY) system and serves nearly 9000 students each year. The college is a recognized leader in career and transfer preparation workforce training initiatives distance learning and service to a diverse population of students. Hudson Valley has an extension center in Malta NY known as HVCC North and sponsors the Capital District Educational Opportunity Center in Troy NY. With more than 80000 alumni and nearly 1000 employees the college and is a catalyst for educational opportunity and economic development in the Capital Region of New York State.

Hudson Valley seeks experienced dynamic capable creative and caring individuals who would like to join our team within the Office of Information Technology and continue to build on decades of successful service to our community.

Chief Technology Officer

HV-MC-9917

In order to be considered an applicant for this position you must meet the minimum qualifications as stated in this announcement. HVCC does not support Visas. Applicants must currently hold an unrestricted employment authorization to work in the United States and appointment will be contingent upon completion of a background check.

The Chief Technology Officer acts as a bridge between technology and the academic mission ensuring that technology is a powerful enabler of teaching learning and institutional success and balancing innovation with limited resources.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Systems or a closely related field. A minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in information technology with at least five (5) years in a senior leadership or managerial capacity. Expertise in IT governance cloud computing cybersecurity and strategic planning. Demonstrated success in overseeing IT operations managing infrastructure and leading cross-functional teams. Broad technical knowledge of modern information systems enterprise platforms and emerging technologies. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications : Applicant will have a Masters degree in Computer Science Information Systems or a related field or an MBA with a bachelors in a technology-related discipline. Ten (10) or more years of professional experience including substantial leadership of complex IT organizations. Experience in higher education particularly with public institutions or community colleges. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with administrators faculty and staff in a post-secondary educational environment.

DUTIES AND / OR RESPONSIBILITIES : The Chief Technology Officer (CTO) provides visionary leadership and strategic oversight of the Colleges information technology services and infrastructure. Reporting to the Vice President for Administration and / or their designee the CTO ensures that IT services align with institutional priorities support academic and administrative functions and foster innovation security and operational excellence. The CTO performs the following duties :

Ensure the stability security and efficiency of the Colleges IT infrastructure including networks servers and data centers.

Serve as an ex-officio member of the Cybersecurity Incident Response Team (CIRT); maintain compliance with data security requirements and best practices.

Lead the planning and execution of major IT projects and long-range strategies aligned with institutional goals.

Oversee the administration and continuous improvement of instructional and administrative technology systems to support teaching learning and operations.

Provide detailed recommendations to senior leadership for acquiring and implementing instructional and administrative technologies based on user needs.

Prepare and manage departmental budgets ensuring efficient allocation of resources for academic and administrative support.

Build strong collaborative relationships with senior leadership faculty staff and external technology vendors to advance innovation and service.

Communicate clearly and proactively about IT initiatives changes and support resources.

Supervise and mentor IT personnel fostering professional growth training and team performance.

Actively participate in campus committees and strategic planning initiatives related to technology.

Maintain expertise in current and emerging technologies particularly as they apply to higher education.

Perform other duties as assigned.

This is a full-time 12-month Management Confidential position with a salary range of $110000 to $130000.00.

Hudson Valley offers a full benefit package including Health Insurance Dental and Eye Insurance Retirement employee and employees spouse and children free tuition waivers. HVCC also has a generous leave policy. If youre employed by a government or not-for-profit organization you might be eligible for the PSLF Program. The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans

To apply please visit and complete the online application before the close date of November 15 2025.

Hudson Valley provides educational access to a diverse community of traditional and non-traditional learners in an environment that fosters lifelong learning and freedom of inquiry and expression. Hudson Valley values equity inclusion and dignity for all.

Women minorities veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Bi-lingual applicants strongly encouraged to apply.

Hudson Valley Community College is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation or gender identity national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Required Experience :

Chief

Key Skills

Active Directory,Customer Service,Information Technology,Database,Information Security,Infrastructure,Project Management,Sharepoint,Troubleshoot,Desktop,Computer System,Ensure Compliance,Procedures,hardware,Technical Support

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 110000 - 130000