University at Albany – Director of the Center for Technology
Job Description:
The Center for Technology in Government is an applied research center at the University at Albany with a staff of 28 professionals and graduate students. CTG has a fifteen year history of applied research and leadership in government IT innovation. It is the only organization of its kind in the United States with a unique approach that combines academic excellence and deep engagement with government partners in the discovery and learning process. The Center for Technology in Goverment and its staff have been recognized for innovation, excellence, and leadership by nine state and national awards including the Ford Foundation Innovations in American Government Program, several National Association of State Chief Information Officers Best Practice Awards, Governing Magazine’s Public Official of the Year Award, and the Rudolph Giuliani Award for Leadership.
The Center for Technology in Government is seeking candidates for the Center Director’s position. Successful candidates will have demonstrated leadership in the field of government technology innovation and excellent qualifications in both research and solution development, with particular emphasis on organizational and policy issues.
Requirements:
Doctoral degree required from a college or university accredited by a US Department of Education or internationally recognized accrediting organization with at least 5 years of leadership experience. Successful candidates will have knowledge of information technology innovation across levels of government and in a variety of program areas. They will also have a record of successful leadership, demonstrated ability to attract research support and external funding. Candidates should have the capability to collectively manage and direct a highly professional and creative staff in a multidisciplinary research environment. The Center Director must be able to develop and maintain effective, collegial relationships with policy makers and government professionals, who are key partners in the Center’s work. Experience in State, federal, and international context is desirable. Candidates must show a demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups of people.
Additional Information:
Faculty appointment in the appropriate school or college may be available for the new Director, depending on qualifications and preferences.
A review of applications will start on January 12, 2009 and the search will remain open until the position is filled.
Please apply online via http://albany.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=11434 or send an electronic copy of your resume/CV and cover letter to Janice Bogan, Assistant to the Vice President for Research at jbogan@uamail.albany.edu
If you wish to nominate a colleague, please contact the chair of the search committee, Professor George P. Richardson at gpr@albany.edu
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