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Sauk Valley Community College (SVCC) invites a visionary administrator to serve as theDirector of Applications and Data Governance

The Director of Applications and Data Governance provides centralized leadership and administrative supervision for enterprise application systems, data governance initiatives, and institutional data reporting efforts. This role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, security, efficiency, and integrity of critical enterprise data, particularly within the Banner and Argos systems, and for overseeing the development of integrated data sets for institutional decision making and federal/state compliance.

Examples of Duties

Data Governance & Strategy

• Provide leadership for the college's data governance efforts, ensuring high standards for data documentation, quality, integrity, efficiency, and accurate data sharing.
• Direct the maintenance and expansion of the institutional data dictionary and collaborate with data systems subject matter experts to document integrated data sets.
• Ensure transparent data access and develop clear documentation for technical and non-technical users.
• Monitor current trends in higher education data management, storage, and analytics, including predictive analytics and data visualization.

Institutional Reporting & Analytics

• Oversee the collection and analysis of institutional data, ensuring data solutions align with industry best practices and adhere to federal and state guidelines
• Direct the process for gathering and reporting data required for various State and Federal reporting needs.

Enterprise Systems & Technical Management

• Oversee the design, development, and maintenance of data integration solutions which may include the creation, automation, scheduling, or processes necessary to extract and transform data from multiple sources.
• Direct support for the core enterprise application systems, including Banner, Argos, and other associated database-dependent applications.

Personnel & Administrative Leadership

• Provide administrative and functional supervision over the Research Analyst/Data Manager, the Enterprise Database and Server Administrator, and the Technical Support Specialist-Programmer.
• Prepare annual budget requests, manage, and maintain the budgets for supervised areas.
• Serve as a member of the administrative team, including service on Leadership Council.

Institutional & Rotational Duties

• Assign all other reasonable professional duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.
• Serve as a Night Administrator on a rotating basis. {3%}*

Supervision Exercised

Administrative and functional supervision over the Research Analyst/Data Manager, the Enterprise Database and Server Administrator, and the Technical Support Specialist - Programmer.

Job Qualifications

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology or related field or equivalent education and experience is required.
• Five years of experience is required; one year of supervisory experience and teaching experience preferred.
• Detail orientation and organizational leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills required.

Institution Description

Nestled along the scenic banks of the Rock River in northwestern Illinois, SVCC offers a rare balance of tranquil, "big sky" living and metropolitan accessibility.

The Lifestyle:Enjoy the charm and community of the Dixon and Sterling areas, characterized by historic architecture and outdoor recreation.

The Access:Benefit from a central location justone hourfrom the vibrant hubs of Rockford and the Quad Cities, and a comfortabletwo-hourdrive to the world-class amenities of Chicago.

Investment in You

SVCC is committed to the well-being and professional growth of our leadership team. We offer a premier benefits package designed for long-term security and work-life harmony:

Comprehensive Protection:High-tier medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus employer-sponsored life insurance.

Educational Legacy:Robust tuition waivers and reimbursement programs for you and your family.

Secure Future:Participation in theState Universities Retirement System (SURS), one of the most stable and comprehensive retirement programs in the region.

SVCC is committed to the well-being and professional growth of our leadership team. We offer a premier benefits package designed for long-term security and work-life harmony:

Comprehensive Protection:High-tier medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus employer-sponsored life insurance.

Educational Legacy:Robust tuition waivers and reimbursement programs for you and your family.

Secure Future:Participation in theState Universities Retirement System (SURS), one of the most stable and comprehensive retirement programs in the region.

Institution: Sauk Valley Community College

Reports To: Dean of Information Technology

Staff # Reporting to Position: 3

Reports In Office: Information and Planning

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