"Director, Data Platforms and Integration (Administrator II), Information Technology Services - User Experience"

Job Summary

The Director has direct oversight of business analysts and software developers in the implementation of institutional wide platforms and integration of all third-party applications with PeopleSoft Student Information System. This position will also contribute to the oversight of campuswide and CSU-wide data architecture maintenance and systems integration, and aid in developing plans for future upgrades, enhancements, expansions, and sustainable operations in alignment with the institution's growing data needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and operational leadership for enterprise administrative platforms, including PeopleSoft (Student, HR, Finance), Tableau, Qualtrics, Boomi, uAchieve, and RAVE
• Oversee functional planning and system development to ensure reliable, scalable, and effective enterprise solutions
• Lead cross-departmental coordination to align enterprise systems with institutional goals
• Ensure administrative platforms support institutional effectiveness, business continuity, and long-term sustainability
• Lead and manage a team of analysts and developers by setting performance expectations, coordinating professional development, and overseeing hiring, evaluations, and disciplinary processes in accordance with CSU policy.
• Foster a culture of accountability, service excellence, and innovation across administrative technology services.
• Direct the planning and execution of large-scale enterprise system initiatives by defining project strategy, allocating staff and financial resources, and ensuring alignment with institutional priorities.
• Provide leadership for the design, deployment, and enhancement of enterprise applications, including integrations with departmental and auxiliary systems, mobile platforms, and identity management solutions.
• Drive the university's data intelligence and analytics strategy by aligning system integrations (e.g., Tableau, PeopleUX, ModoLabs) with business needs and end-user experience.
• Ensure systems are designed to deliver actionable data, support compliance, and enhance institutional decision-making.
• Serve as a key institutional advisor on enterprise system architecture and data integration strategy.
• Collaborate with analysts and technical leaders to ensure secure, efficient, and scalable solutions across administrative platforms.
• Guide the planning of upgrades, system enhancements, and technical roadmaps aligned with CSU policy and evolving campus needs.
• Represent Administrative Systems at the ITS Leadership Team level by contributing to campus-wide IT planning, policy development, and strategic prioritization.
• Collaborate with university departments and the Chancellor's Office to align administrative technology operations with institutional mission, compliance standards, and CSU-wide initiatives.
• Support divisional and institutional objectives through participation in strategic initiatives, special assignments, or executive-led projects as required.

Minimum Qualifications: Required Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, or a related field from an accredited institution, plus 5-8 years of professional and supervisory experience.

Required Qualifications

• Three years direct experience working in fast paced, demanding environment, as well as advanced working technical knowledge of Oracle/PeopleSoft SIS System. Minimum one year of experience overseeing technical projects and a technical team.
• Ability to understand and define internal and external requirements.
• Ability to use tact and diplomacy to effectively handle a broad range of high level and sensitive interpersonal situations with diverse personalities and to respond appropriately to conflicts and problems.
• Exceptional verbal and written communications and the ability to communicate effectively with people at varying levels of technical fluency.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in project management.
• Experience in Higher Education.
• Project management and/or change management certification.
• Ability to lead programmatic or organizational change across an organization.

Compensation and Benefits

Anticipating hiring range: $4,135.00 - $10,322.00 per month

The salary offered will take into account internal equity and experience among other factors.

The CSU system provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), sick and vacation time, and 15 paid holidays a year. Eligible employees are also able to participate in the fee waiver education program. A summary of benefit information can be found here.

Position Information

Work status: Full-time/Exempt/At-will

Academic year schedule: Monday through Friday (8:00 am - 5:00 pm), some evenings/weekends.

Summer schedule: Monday through Thursday (7:00 am - 5:30 pm), some evenings/weekends.

This is a full-time management (MPP) position. MPP employees serve at the will of the campus President. MPPs do not serve a probationary period and never receive permanent status.