Director, Administrative Computing at Virginia Union University – Richmond, Virginia

Virginia Union University (VUU) is a distinguished private institution founded in 1865 that proudly upholds a legacy of academic excellence and community engagement. With a historic 86-acre campus, it offers a dynamic and nurturing environment for its 1,568 undergraduate and graduate students. Virginia Union University is recognized in the 2024 edition of U.S. News & World Report, holding a prestigious position as #39 among Historically Black Colleges and Universities.

VUU provides a robust array of academic programs, including 35 Bachelor's, 11 Master's, and one Doctoral degree. Virginia Union University remains steadfast in its commitment to offering accessible, high-quality education, instilling a sense of assurance and confidence in its students. It fosters a vibrant intellectual community dedicated to the holistic development of future leaders.

Five fundamental principles (core values) guide Virginia Union University. Each principle is essential to our ability to provide a Best-In-Class educational experience for students, faculty, and staff. These principles help our community understand the right path to fulfilling our institution's mission. The principles are Innovation, Spiritual Formation, Integrity, Diversity & Inclusion, and Excellence.

The Director of Administrative Computing provides strategic leadership, management, and oversight of the University’s administrative computing systems and enterprise applications. This role is responsible for ensuring the effective operation, integration, and security of systems that support core administrative functions, including finance, human resources, student information systems, and institutional reporting. The Director works collaboratively with campus leadership and functional departments to align technology solutions with institutional goals, enhance operational efficiency, and support data-driven decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and recommend technology solutions to improve business processes and operational efficiency.
• Partner with senior leadership to support institutional priorities through technology initiatives.
• Oversee the implementation, maintenance, and optimization of enterprise systems.
• Manage system upgrades, patches, and enhancements.
• Ensure data integrity, accuracy, and security across administrative systems.
• Support institutional reporting, analytics, and decision-making through data systems.
• Collaborate with Institutional Research and other departments on data governance initiatives.
• Supervise and lead administrative computing staff, including developers, analysts, and system administrators.
• Foster a collaborative, customer-focused team environment.
• Provide professional development and performance management for staff..
• Lead and manage technology projects, including system implementations and process improvements.
• Establish project timelines, deliverables, and performance metrics.
• Ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Ensure compliance with data security standards, privacy regulations, and University policies.
• Collaborate with IT security teams to protect institutional data and systems.
• Support audit processes and regulatory requirements.
• Serve as a liaison between IT and administrative departments such as Finance, Human Resources, and Student Affairs.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7–10 years of progressive experience in administrative computing, enterprise systems, or IT management.
• Must be able to lift 10 pounds.

Application Process

Candidates are required to submit their resume, four professional references and a cover letter. The application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. A background investigation and reference check will be required prior to employment. For any questions or concerns, please contact Askhr@vuu.edu.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Virginia Union University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other protected class.

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