Director of New Programs

Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo San Luis Obispo, CA Full-time Education

Posted on April 22, 2024

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Director of New Programs

Job No: 536566
Work Type: Management (MPP)
Location: San Luis Obispo
Categories: MPP, Administrative, At-Will, Full Time, Information Systems & Technology, Remote in-state eligible (long distance work arrangement outside business location)

Job Summary

The Director of New Programs leads and oversees the development of new technology programs and brings new and innovative technology to the University to enhance its ability to provide learn by doing opportunities to Cal Poly students. This position provides strategic leadership and executive relationship development with non-profit, government, and educational institutions. This position works with Academic Technologies and academic affairs leadership to add additional value to the academic and research enterprise; and mission of Cal Poly.

This position is eligible for remote work pursuant to Cal Poly's Telecommuting and Remote Work Guidelines and the CSU policy requiring that all work be performed within the State of California.

Department Summary
Cal Poly New Programs and Digital Transformation Hub (DxHub) support state and national cybersecurity and digital transformation initiatives through education, workforce development, and applied research, to build a skilled and innovative cyber workforce and identify cloud-based solutions to complex challenges.
Key Qualifications

Expert knowledge of current issues and opportunities associated with information technology and cyber security as it relates to large, complex higher education organizations.
Skilled at operating effectively and efficiently in an environment of change and ambiguity.
Skilled at managing a complex information technology organization and building and leading strong, diverse, goal-oriented teams.
Skilled at holding self and others accountable to cearly stated commitments.
Working knowledge of the value of diversity and inclusivity at every level of an IT organization.

Education and Experience

Master's degree and eight years of experience working in or leading a technology support organization with three years of experience leading the development, management and support of enterprise data center and network systems.

Salary and Benefits

The anticipated hiring range for this role is $160,464 - $168,487 Per Year. Note that the offer is calculated based on the background and relevant years of experience of the individual selected.

Cal Poly offers a best-in-class benefits program, including health, dental and vision insurance, retirement participation in the Public Employees' Retirement System, and educational benefits for eligible employees. See our benefits website for additional information.

Cal Poly

Cal Poly is a nationally-ranked public university located in San Luis Obispo, California, and known for its Learn by Doing philosophy. Each year more than 20,000 top-tier students come to San Luis Obispo to put knowledge into action, taking their learning outside the classroom as they prepare for careers in engineering, agriculture, science, business, humanities and the built environment. Cal Poly's hands-on philosophy, small class sizes and close student-faculty mentorships result in graduates ready from day one to impact their communities, California and the world. For more information, visit calpoly.edu.

Diversity Statement

At Cal Poly, we believe that cultivating an environment that embraces and promotes diversity is fundamental to the success of our students, our employees and our community. Bringing people together from different backgrounds, experiences and value systems fosters the innovative and creative thinking that exemplifies Cal Poly's values of free inquiry, cultural and intellectual diversity, mutual respect, civic engagement, and social and environmental responsibility.

Cal Poly's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring and retention. Cal Poly is an equal opportunity employer.

Supplemental Information

Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with Cal Poly. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Cal Poly has designated as sensitive.

The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

This position may be "Designated" under California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. This would require the filing of a Statement of Economic Interest on an annual basis and the completion of training within 6 months of assuming office and every 2 years thereafter.

Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo is not a sponsoring agency for staff positions (i.e. H-1B visas).

To Apply: All applicants must apply online at: https://jobs.calpoly.edu/sl/en-us/job/536566/director-of-new-programs.

About Us
Cal Poly is a nationally ranked, four-year, comprehensive public university. Founded in 1901, the 6,000-acre campus is nestled in the foothills of San Luis Obispo, along California's scenic central coast and midway between Los Angeles and San Francisco. With a budget of $168.5 million, the university has a student enrollment exceeding 17,000 students and employs more than 2,000 faculty and staff members. Cal Poly is part of the 23-campus California State University system.

At California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, we believe that cultivating an environment that embraces and promotes diversity is fundamental to the success of our students, our employees and our community. Bringing people together from different backgrounds, experiences and value systems fosters the innovative and creative thinking that exemplifies Cal Poly's values of free inquiry, cultural and intellectual diversity, mutual respect, civic engagement, and social and environmental responsibility.

Cal Poly's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring and retention. California Polytechnic State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.

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