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Posted: 26-Jun-25
Location: New York, NY, 10176, USA
Internal Number: 30543
IT Academic Applications Director (HEO) -Department of Instructional Computing and Information Technology (ICIT)
POSITION DETAILS
The Instructional Computing and Information Technology (ICIT) Academic Applications Development Director reports directly to the Deputy CIO. ICIT is a service-oriented organization - In support of the college?s Academic Mission and Curriculum, the Director will manage a diverse portfolio which includes leading multiple development and maintenance efforts, managing conflicting requirements, and maintaining a high level of technical expertise among members of their department(s).
In addition to the CUNY HEO Title Overview, specific responsibilities of this position include managing the team(s) in Application Development, and Process Mapping, to enhance the experience and effectiveness of end-users in utilizing technology solutions, including the following:
? Strategically plan application development to align with organization?s goals, ensuring end users have the tools they need to perform their jobs efficiently.
? Engage with faculty and other stakeholders to assess identify technology needs related to academics, administration and research. Keep current with emerging trends in educational technology and practices in light of the College?s academic and administrative objectives.
? Manage the application development teams in design, implementation and on-going maintenance of the Hunter College application portfolio, ensuring alignment with the College?s academic mission. This includes developing and maintaining user and management documentation, collaborating with the faculty and staff on the usage of best practices.
? Oversee support and maintenance for existing applications and systems in use by the College, including vendor provided platforms.
? Guide application development teams in coding and implementing technical designs; ensure the use of standard development tools and other software components as needed; execute unit and system integration tests to validate new or modified code, document issues, and resolve defects.
? Serve as a technical subject matter resource
? Lead implementation of authentication and authorization systems to support the College?s Single Sign-On design and integration.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor?s degree and eight years? related experience required. The successful candidate will have experience leading projects with multiple small workgroups of application developers through full project lifecycles.
Preferred Qualifications:
? Application development experience and working knowledge of ASP.NET (C#, VB.NET) MSSQL, MySQL, Oracle APEX, Power BI, JavaScript, Angular, AJAX, XML, HTML5 & CSS3
? Has a very strong knowledge of SAML, LDAP, SOAP, Kerberos, Oracle Access manager, Microsoft Identity Manager, Multi Factor Authentication, and Claims-Based Authentication.
? A solid understanding of Object-Oriented Design and Programming.
? A solid understanding of application development processes, from the layout/user interface to relational database structures. (Oracle, MS SQL, PL/SQL)
? Has experience using SharePoint, M365, Source Control Software, Crystal Reporting and PeopleSoft Tools.
? Strong knowledge of Windows servers and desktops; Microsoft 365; Microsoft SQL; information security, IT disaster recovery, virtual desktop computing, SANs, network management tools.
? Familiarity with ITSM and Process Mapping Tools
? Familiarity with Project Management methodology
? Strong interpersonal skills; experience working in a diverse environment and/or with diverse populations.
? Multitask and prioritizes tasks to ensure meeting deadlines.
? Resolves complex problems in area of expertise using web-based research and resources with little or no supervision.
? End users support and training experience.
? Maintains expertise in all areas of job function on an ongoing basis.
? Ensure adherence to performance priorities within established management goals.
CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW
Leads College/Unit in efforts to foster, facilitate and support the use of technologies for teaching and learning.
- Leads efforts to support academic departments in high-level instructional technology planning and evaluation of new technologies
- Identifies and communicates best practices for applying instructional technologies to curriculum design and teaching techniques
- Assists faculty in designing and developing applications that address various learning styles
- Identifies training needs in the area of instructional technology, designing and delivering appropriate educational plans for faculty and staff
- Provides professional development opportunities for faculty and staff in understanding and applying instructional technologies
- Provides input to University-wide instructional technology initiatives
- Manages a staff of technology professionals
- Performs related duties as assigned.
Job Title Name: IT Academic Applications Director
CUNY TITLE
Higher Education Officer
FLSA
Exempt
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Salary commensurate with education and experience. ($83,878 - $141,858)
CUNY?s benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications must be submitted online by accessing the CUNY Portal on City University of New York job website www.cuny.edu/employment or https://cuny.jobs/ and following the CUNYfirst Job System Instructions. To search for this vacancy, click on Search Job Listings, select More Options To Search For CUNY Jobs and enter the Job Opening ID number.
Click on the "Apply Now" button and follow the application instructions. Current users of the site should access their established accounts; new users should follow the instructions to set up an account.
Please have your documents available to attach into the application before you begin. Please note that the required material must be uploaded as ONE document under CV/ Resume (do not upload individual files for a cover letter, references, etc.). The document must be in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .rtf, or text format- and name of file should not exceed ten (10) characters - also DO NOT USE SYMBOLS (such as accents (é, è, (â, î or ô), ñ, ü, ï, -, \_ or ç)).
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Please include:
? Cover Letter or Statement of scholarly interests
? Curriculum Vitae/ Resume
? Names and contact information of 3 references
Upload all documents as ONE single file-- PDF format preferred.
CLOSING DATE
The committee will begin reviewing complete applications on July 24, 2025. The search will remain open, and screening and review of applications will be ongoing-- until the position is filled. Applications submitted after the deadline will only be considered if the position(s) remain open after initial round.
JOB SEARCH CATEGORY
CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.
Job ID
30543Location
Hunter College