Chief Information Officer

Chief Information Officer Position Overview Bethel University is seeking an experienced Chief Information Officer (CIO) to be an integral member of our leadership team. As a chief information officer, your role will be pivotal in driving our future technology strategy and ensuring operational excellence. The ideal candidate is a visionary leader with extensive experience in information technology and a passion for driving innovation. If you are a forward thinking and results-driven IT individual, capable of leading digital transformation to drive innovative success, we invite you to apply for the role. Primary Responsibilities Develop and implement the Universitys IT strategy in alignment with its long-term goals and objectives. Lead initiatives to modernize legacy systems and integrate emerging technologies like AI, cloud computing and other automation. Coordinate all activities with our outsourced partnerships to effectively optimize available resources, and assess the need for changes Collaborate with senior leadership to influence overall direction and demonstrate the ROI of technology investments Overseeing the management of IT operations, including infrastructure, applications, cybersecurity, and data management, conduct regular risk assessments and implement disaster recovery plans Spearheading the universitys shift toward a data-driven, digital-first culture while overcoming resistance to change Define and execute the Universitys IT roadmap, including system upgrades, integrations and new technology implementations Ensuring compliance with regulatory and reporting requirements, industry standards, and best practices in IT governance and security Develop and enforce IT policies, procedures and standards to ensure data security, system reliability and work efficiency Manage IT budgets, resources and vendor relationships Qualifications Education: Bachelors Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related field Experience: Demonstrable experience as a Chief Information Officer (CIO), IT director or similar leadership role with 10 - 15 years in IT management. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Ability to think strategically, anticipating industry shifts and adapting IT strategies to maximize opportunities. Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate complex topics to many constituencies. Strong business acumen with a deep understanding of business process, operations and financial literacy to align technology strategies with revenue growth and efficiency. Benefits Bethel is committed to offering meaningful benefits to our employees including health insurance, retirement plans, and a generous time off package. Learn more about these offerings here. Learn more about our commitment to diversity in hiring . Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time About Bethel University Bethel University is a leader in Christ-centered higher education with approximately 4,700 students from 50 states and 32 countries enrolled in undergraduate, graduate, seminary, and adult education programs. Based in St. Paul, Minnesota, Bethel offers bachelors and advanced degrees in nearly 100 fields. Educationally excellent classroom-based and online programs equip graduates to make exceptional contributions in life-long service to God and the world. Bethel Universitys Christ-centered mission includes a commitment to equal educational opportunity and equal employment opportunity. Bethel does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, familial status, or age in its admissions, educational programs, or employment practices. The pay range for this role is: 165,000 - 190,000 USD per year (Bethel University) To apply, visit jeid-aebb75c637a8254d82871ef0e168d945

Created: 2026-03-26