THE OPPORTUNITY
Community College of Philadelphia (CCP) is seeking a strategic, collaborative, and highly experienced technology leader to bring a holistic IT vision to its campus and support the variety of technology needs that the institution is currently addressing. Reporting to the Vice President for Business and Finance (VP, BF), the AVP, IT/CIO (AVP, IT) establishes and directs the planning and implementation of enterprise IT systems in support of business operations in order to improve cost effectiveness, service quality and business development, while providing leadership for the overall effectiveness and operations of the ITS division.
The ideal candidate will bring seven years of experience in all phases of computer operations and three years of senior management experience in computer operations, with a preference for higher education experience. They will also have experience with IT planning, system design/implementation and management of technical personnel, experience leading strategic planning and administration of information technology, and the ability to define user needs, develop and implement information systems and develop staff. They will have experience using an enterprise-wide system, with a preference for experience using Ellucian Banner or a similar system.
ABOUT COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF PHILADELPHIA
Community College of Philadelphia has been helping individuals meet their educational goals for almost 60 years. As the only two-year school in the city of Philadelphia, the College is an open-admission, associate-degree granting institution that provides access to higher education for all who may benefit. Its programs of study in the liberal arts and sciences, career technologies, and basic academic skills provide a coherent foundation for college transfer, employment, and lifelong learning.
The College serves Philadelphia by preparing its students to be informed and concerned citizens, active participants in the cultural life of the city, and enabled to meet the changing needs of business, industry and the professions. To help address broad economic, cultural and political concerns in the city and beyond, the College draws together students from a wide range of ages and backgrounds and seeks to provide the programs and support they need to achieve their goals. To learn more about the Community College of Philadelphia, visit ccp.edu/about-ccp.
PROCEDURE FOR CANDIDACY
A complete position profile with instructions for application may be found at https://www.agbsearch.com/active-searches.
The Search Committee will begin a review of applications in November and continue work until an appointment is made. To assure full consideration, application materials should be received by December 27, and must include a letter of interest stating how the candidate’s experiences and qualifications connect with the required/preferred characteristics and priorities expressed in the position profile; a curriculum vitae/résumé; and five professional references with emails, telephone numbers, and a description of the candidate’s professional relationship with each reference listed. References will not be contacted without prior authorization from the applicant.
To submit nominations, or should you have any trouble applying for this position, please contact CCP_AVPIT@agbsearch.com.
Applications should be sent electronically (PDF or MS Word) to: bit.ly/4dwBgYQ
Please direct inquiries to:
Margaret (Peggy) Plympton, Ed.D., Principal
margaret.plympton@agbsearch.com; (484) 554-4542
EEO STATEMENT
Community College of Philadelphia is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, status as a Vietnam Era Veteran or disabled veteran or any other status protected by law, in matters pertaining to employment.
