Director, Computing Support

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation's top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It's located in one of the world's safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County's second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.

To learn more about UC Irvine, visit www.uci.edu.

One of only five computing-focused schools among Association of American Universities (AAU) members, UC Irvine's Donald Bren School of Information and Computer Sciences is home to the departments of Computer Science, Informatics, and Statistics. The School's mission is to lead innovation in human-centered information and computing technologies, understand their economic and social significance, and develop an educated workforce to further advance technology. With approximately 4,000 undergraduates, 600 master's students, 400 doctoral students, 100 faculty members, and 85 staff, the School is the largest computing program within the UC system and one of the largest in the nation, providing exceptional opportunities for discovery and learning in all areas of information and computer sciences.

Under the general direction of the Assistant Dean, the Director of Computing Support is responsible for all aspects of computing in the Donald Bren School of Information and Computer Sciences (ICS). In consultation with faculty and staff, plan and oversee implementation of ICS computing and network strategies to support research, instruction and administration through the use of leading-edge computing and networking resources. Function as a resource for and promoter of IT policy compliance, including the areas of data protection and cybersecurity. Assess the physical, staffing and budgetary resources necessary to support computing and networking. Ensure that available resources are efficiently used to provide IT services to meet ICS computing needs. Provide technical advice and assistance. Oversee development of requirements, data system design, and internal network architecture. Determine requirements and design computer programs to facilitate advanced capabilities for School administration and instruction. Incumbent serves as ICS's Unit Information Security Lead (UISL) and as primary liaison with UC Irvine's Office of Information Technology (OIT) and other campus computing groups. Direct the ICS computing support team and coordinate efforts of all campus units supporting the School's IT environment.

Receives assignments in the form of objectives, and determines how to use resources to meet schedules and goals. Provides guidance to subordinates to achieve goals in accordance with established policies. Erroneous decisions or failure to achieve goals can result in additional costs and/or serious delays in research and schedules.

Total Compensation

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

The expected pay range for this recruitment is $116,000.00- $224,200.00 (Annual).

Required:

• Uses and applies applications Information Technology theories and concepts to manage and provide solutions.
• Requires a broad working knowledge of the applications programming development function.
• Requires the ability to gather, organize, and analyze data in the completion of assignments.
• Possesses skills necessary to accomplish department / section objectives and address related problems and issues in an effective manner.
• Thorough knowledge of subject area sufficient for strategic planning, technology assessment and direction.
• Demonstrated skill in managing technical staff.
• Experience in the management of ongoing technology infrastructure acquisition and expansion, to include the identification and integration of suitable emerging technologies.
• Thorough knowledge of technical concepts and basic operating principles of data communications, computer hardware, vendor IT products, and software.
• Ability to understand the process involved to adapt, integrate, and modify existing programs or vendor-supplied products for use within the technical environment.
• Experienced in leading change management activities and managing their impact across the unit or department.
• Experience of analyzing buy vs. build procurement for products for effective and efficient technology use.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively present technical topics to individuals and groups with potentially varied levels of technical sophistication.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of service delivery principles.
• 7-10 years of progressively responsible experience in information technology.
• Minimum of 2-5 years of experience managing an information technology organization

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Employment Misconduct*
• Legal Right to work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

*Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement:

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20.

For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu.