The Chief Information Officer is responsible for the strategic direction, management, and execution of all information technology (IT) resources and initiatives; 

• serves as a member of the President’s Cabinet; 
• leads the IT department in supporting the institution’s mission of education, research, and community service by ensuring the effective use of technology across all academic and administrative functions; 
• provides leadership to the IT units of the department, which include Administrative Information Systems, Client Services, Educational Technology and Media Services, Information Security, and Network & Infrastructure Services; 
• responsible for the overall technology strategy, ensuring the alignment of IT initiatives with the university's mission and goals; 
• collaborates with university leadership, faculty, and staff to identify and address technology needs and opportunities; 
• develops and implements policies and procedures related to IT; 
• leads, mentors, and manages the IT department, including budgeting, staffing, and performance evaluation; 
• oversees IT projects from inception through completion, ensuring timely and successful delivery; 
• and ensures the security, reliability, and compliance of IT systems, data, and infrastructure.

The University of Northern Iowa (UNI), located in Cedar Falls, Iowa, is one of three state universities in Iowa and the only comprehensive institution. UNI is a progressive and forward-thinking university whose focus is on serving the needs of Iowans. Come join a dynamic and dedicated team that cares about students and each other, and where your ideas are welcomed. 

Located in Cedar Falls/Waterloo, the campus  comprises more than 40 buildings on 940 acres.

A member of the American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU), the institution has been honored with two AASCU Excellence and Innovation Awards in the past five years. The first award, in the area of Student Success and College Completion, recognized UNI’s peer mentoring program and its focus on first-year students, making them feel at home and putting them on a path to success. The second award for Regional and Economic Development acknowledged the UNI Regional Entrepreneurship Project, reaching into 17 Iowa counties to develop a customized strategic plan in each area, thus assisting local leadership in success for their local economies. The University and its faculty, staff, and students are ranked consistently and recognized regionally and nationally for success.

Founded in 1876, the University’s enrollment is approximately 9,200 students in five colleges: the College of Education; College of Business; College of Humanities, Arts and Sciences; College of Social and Behavioral Sciences; and the Graduate College. UNI is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission; there are many programs within the institution that have discipline- specific accreditation based on their high quality. Our student have access to world-class faculty, facilities, and academic choices characteristic of a much larger university. 

In addition to a robust academy of faculty focused on teaching, research and service, outside the classroom UNI’s vibrant campus is home to more than 260 student clubs and organization, 17 Division 1 collegiate sport teams, a multitude of fine arts options and more.