Associate Vice President for Information Technology/Academic Technology and Institutional Learning (AVPIT/ATIL)

Job Title

Associate Vice President for Information Technology/Academic Technology and Institutional Learning (AVPIT/ATIL)

Classification

Administrator III

AutoReqId

554124

Department

Information Technology - Operations

Division

Information Technology

Salary Range

Classification Range $6,891 - $22,119 per month

(Hiring range depending on qualifications, not anticipated to exceed $16,600 - $20,300 per month)

Appointment Type

At-Will

Time Base

Full Time

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

About CSUF

Standing on 241 acres in the heart of Southern California, Cal State Fullerton was founded in 1957 and has grown to serve more than 43,000 students. As a leading campus of the California State University system, the University serves as both an intellectual and cultural hub for the region and a driving force in workforce and economic development.

We are dedicated to student success through innovative, high-impact educational experiences and robust support programs. Equally, we invest in the growth of our staff, faculty, and administrators through orientations, training opportunities, and ongoing professional development.

As a member of the Titan Community, you’ll have access to a wide range of campus resources and experiences—including the Grand Central Art Center in Santa Ana, the Arboretum and Botanical Garden, cultural performances at the Clayes Performing Arts Center, Titan Athletics events, the Titan Recreation Center, and our Employee Wellness Program.

Job Summary

It is an exciting time to join Cal State Fullerton as we are an in demand comprehensive University that is driven to shape the future of education and foster a vibrant community of diverse students, faculty, staff, and administrators who uphold values of inclusive excellence, free speech, and an environment free from discrimination. We are continuously seeking individuals from various career disciplines that share the University’s mission and core values. We warmly welcome you to consider joining the Titan Community where minds expand and opportunities flourish.

About the Position:

The Division of Information Technology (IT) strives to be a strategic, innovative and best‐in‐class IT organization that provides a leading‐edge technology environment for students, faculty, and staff to advance the University’s mission, vision and goals. We are seeking an exceptional individual to join our IT – Operations team as the Associate Vice President for Information Technology/Academic Technology and Institutional Learning (AVPIT/ATIL) (Administrator III). The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude, an active, energetic mind, and a leadership style that is characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to inclusivity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

The AVPIT/ATIL reports to the Vice President for Information Technology/CIO and has broad operational and leadership responsibilities for the IT Academic Technology support services. The AVPIT/ATIL is responsible for developing plans for academic technology support for teaching and learning for use among university administrators, faculty, staff and students. Responsibilities include enabling and enhancing IT cohesion, process flow, and practices for the IT/Academic Technology Support services units. Other duties as assigned.

Inclusive Leadership Statement

Inclusive Leadership Statement is required below, please be sure to address the following as a minimum. Please add additional information as you see necessary and applicable:

• What does inclusive leadership mean to you.

• A description of your experiences working with individuals with a different perspective.

• A description of how issues of inclusivity have impacted you personally or professionally.

Essential Qualifications

Doctorate (., ., or equivalent terminal degree) in education, instructional technology, psychology, information technology, quantitative methods, or a closely related field. At least seven years of progressively responsible leadership experience in academic technology, instructional innovation, digital learning, or related areas within higher education. Demonstrated experience integrating technology into teaching and learning environments. Experience supervising managers or directors in complex organizational settings. Proven ability to lead strategic planning, manage budgets, and allocate resources effectively. Strong understanding of pedagogy, instructional design, and accessible, inclusive teaching practices. Demonstrated success collaborating with faculty, administrators, and IT stakeholders. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas to diverse audiences. Ability to foster a culture of innovation, assessment, data-informed decision making, and continuous improvement.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to complete the background check satisfactorily may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience leading instructional design teams, LMS/Canvas support, or faculty development programs. Experience evaluating academic programs, instructional initiatives, or technology-enhanced learning environments. Experience conducting or supervising research or assessment using advanced quantitative or analytical methods. Record of presenting at conferences, facilitating workshops, or leading faculty training. Knowledge of CSU systemwide academic technology initiatives, policies, and structures. Familiarity with emerging instructional technologies, AI-enhanced learning tools, immersive environments, and learning analytics. Demonstrated commitment to equity-minded pedagogy and student-centered learning. Experience working in a large public university or comparable higher-education institution.

License/Certifications

A valid California driver’s license.

Special Working Conditions

Additional Information

California State University, Fullerton is committed to fostering an environment where students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. We welcome individuals ready to make an impact on student and staff success to apply and become part of the Titan Community. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

Cal State Fullerton is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination based on regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or any other protected status.

As of January 1, 2022, the prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

The scope of responsibilities for this position includes the making or participating in the making of decisions that may have a material financial benefit on the incumbent. Therefore, you will be required to file an initial “Conflict of Interest Form 700: Statement of Economic Interests” within thirty (30) days from date of hire and on an annual basis; and complete the CSU sponsored ethics on-line training within thirty (30) days of appointment, and at least once during each consecutive period of two calendar years following the appointment.

The person holding this position is considered a general mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with the requirement outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017.

Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool.

If you are applying for a staff position, please note that you are not eligible to work concurrently in a staff position and an Academic Student position such as a Graduate Assistant, Teaching Associate, Instructional Student Assistant, or Student Assistant position.

Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.

Employee/applicant who applies for a position may be required to successfully complete job-related performance test(s) as part of the selection process.

Online application/resume must be received by electronic submission on the final filing date by 9:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)/midnight (Eastern Standard Time). Applicants who fail to complete all sections of the online application form will be disqualified from consideration.

California State University, Fullerton is not currently sponsoring any new H-1B petitions for staff, management, or faculty positions.

This position will remain open until filled; but only those applications received by February 26, 2026 will be assured full consideration.