USM Career Opportunities

Executive Director of Inter-Campus Network Services

CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled

DEPARTMENT: University System of Maryland Office

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DUTIES: The University System of Maryland (USM) invites applications and nominations for the vacant exempt staff position of Executive Director of Inter-Campus Network Services. As Maryland's public system of higher education, the USM provides outstanding educational opportunities, performs groundbreaking basic and applied research, delivers vital services to communities and individuals, and fuels economic and workforce development. The USM comprises 11 degree-granting institutions, two research institutions, and two regional higher education centers.
This position is responsible for the management and delivery of inter-campus network services to USM member institutions and affiliate members. The Executive Director will enhance existing and create new partnerships regarding next generation networks within the USM, with other Maryland education and research entities, as well as nationally. The Executive Director will play a key role in strategic planning and implementation, as well as provide leadership in the design, procedures, policies, and support of data and voice communication systems in the USM.

Minimum Qualifications: To effectively deliver these services, the Executive Director will require leadership and team building skills, working collaboratively with IT and strategic leaders within the USM as well as other educational entities in Maryland. The ideal candidate should preferably have an advanced degree in information technology management or computer science and 10 years of progressively responsible experience. In addition, the Executive Director should have in-depth knowledge of wide-area, regional, and national data networks and telecommunications at the technical, operational, and policy levels. This position provides an opportunity to establish and grow next generation technologies throughout the state.

TO APPLY: Nominations and letters of application and resumes will be accepted until the position is filled. For best consideration, nominations or letters of application and resumes should be received by August 6, 2010. The University System of Maryland offers competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package. Please send information to:
Search Committee for Executive Director of Inter-Campus Networking University System of Maryland Administration and Finance 3300 Metzerott Road Adelphi, MD 20783

The University System of Maryland is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin or ancestry, marital status, veteran status, or physical or mental disability unrelated to an individual's ability to perform the job, in accordance with applicable law. As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, applicants should be prepared to present acceptable documentation showing their identities, their U.S. citizenship or alien status, and their authorization to work in the United States.