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# Higher Education Interim Chief Information Officer (CIO) at CampusWorks, Inc.

- **Company:** CampusWorks, Inc.
- **Location:** United States
- **Work type:** hybrid
- **Posted:** 2025-02-13
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-11
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/campusworksinc/01e75e68-7702-45b2-b17e-e1b7d012abc1

## Job description

CampusWorks is seeking transformational Interim, Project-Based CIOs who can travel and consult nationwide with our higher education client institutions.  These engagements may range from short-term to long-term, requiring an on-site presence and/or a hybrid arrangement, depending on the client needs.

The Interim Chief Information Officer is responsible for aligning IT strategy with institutional goals, leveraging technology for innovation and efficiency in higher education, and developing broad relationships with the campus community. They oversee all aspects of IT planning, budgeting, and support, requiring a deep understanding of the institution's operations and technical expertise to lead and coordinate IT teams effectively. The Interim CIO leads the IT team comprised of both remote and on-campus team members. Together, they develop and implement IT infrastructure and best practices to improve IT services and practices for an organization seeking to enhance IT and operational maturity, build a high-performing IT team, and align IT strategy with institutional goals. Proficiencies in IT governance, leadership, change management, and stakeholder relations are crucial for success in this pivotal role.

Travel: Up to 100%

## Responsibilities

- Build and maintain strong relationships with senior management, business and academic units, and technology vendors to earn trust and alignment between the IT function and the rest of the institution.
- Possess the ability to develop a complete understanding of the client institution, its mission, strategy, market, strengths, and issues.
- Lead IT planning and alignment by developing and executing a comprehensive IT Strategic Plan.
- Ensure IT initiatives, projects, and funding are approved and prioritized by establishing an effective IT governance structure that includes relevant business, academic, and student representation.
- Function as a good steward of the institution’s budgets and resources ensuring optimal return on investment.
- Provide leadership for competitive technology procurements, vendor negotiations, and vendor partnerships by managing IT vendors’ and service providers’ contracts and delivery on behalf of the institution.
- Develop and recommend information technology policies to ensure the appropriate acquisition, use, security, and cost-effective application of technology.
- Lead the IT department, which may include overseeing technology infrastructure, systems, enterprise applications, and the user experience through end user support.
- Research and evaluate new technologies to be used as enhancements or upgrades to existing server, network, and other IT infrastructure equipment.
- Stay current on the latest IT trends and best practices, continuously seeking opportunities to improve the institution’s technological capabilities.

## Requirements

- Bachelor's degree in computer science, business, or related field.
- 10+ years of experience working as a CIO or CTO in higher education
- Knowledge of higher education technologies and systems.
- Experience with, and a broad understanding of, higher education challenges and the application of technology solutions in resolving those challenges.
- Demonstrated leadership traits and highly effective oral and written communication skills
- Experience in leading diverse groups to an agreed upon outcome that is aligned with the best interest of the institution.
- Demonstrated agility to respond to changing institutional priorities.
- Ability to lead an organization through change and transformation.
- Ability to lead people and foster an environment of positive employee engagement and trust throughout the organization.
- Preferred:
- Master’s degree
- ITIL certification
- PMP certification
- CompTIA ITF+, A+, Network+, and Server+ certifications
- Experience with higher education specific software i.e. (Banner/Colleague/Jenzabar/Workday ERPs, Canvas/Moodle/Blackboard LMS)

Benefits of a CampusWorks Contract Consultancy: CampusWorks contract consultants partner with our clients to provide solutions that promote positive change for campuses to reach their full potential. If you are looking to expand your experience and impact, grow a portfolio of projects, or leverage your expertise and experience in a new way, CampusWorks contractor projects could be your best career move.

CampusWorks contracted consultants experience:

- Collaboration: CampusWorks fosters a collaborative environment where you can work with other talented professionals on projects that align with your interests and expertise.
- Flexibility: Whether you have your own business, prefer selective work periods, or seek work-from-home opportunities, we offer flexible assignments to suit your needs and goals.
- Impactful Projects: As a partner in our HappyCampus community, you will have access to dynamic and challenging projects, making positive changes for the clients we serve.
- Variety: The needs of our clients are likely to vary, adding some diversity to your daily tasks while allowing you to grow a variety of different skills.

Notice to all Applicants: Please click on the links below for more information on these important topics:

- Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal
- Employee Polygraph Protection Act
- Your Employee Rights Under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
- E-Verify Participation
- Right to Work

## About CampusWorks, Inc.

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: CampusWorks, Inc. is a higher-education consulting and IT services firm that helps colleges and universities modernize their ERP/SIS systems, manage technology operations, and improve institutional effectiveness through data-driven insights.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Privately held; parent company: Dynamic Campus Solutions, Inc.)
- **Headquarters**: Sarasota, Florida, United States (with additional office in Bradenton, FL)
- **Founded**: 1999
- **Founders**: Not publicly available

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Higher education consulting, IT services, and IT consulting
- **Target customers**: Colleges and universities (B2B, public sector, enterprise education institutions)
- **Mission**: "Collaborating with colleges and universities to develop and implement insightful strategies that improve institutional effectiveness and enhance the student experience"

## Products & Services
- **Managed Services**: Long-term operational support for applications, infrastructure, and IT services to ensure performance, security, and reliability, allowing campus teams to focus on strategy.
- **ERP & SIS Modernization**: Independent, end-to-end support for core system selection, implementation, stabilization, and continuous optimization, with expertise across Ellucian, Workday, Jenzabar, and more.
- **Shared Services**: Helping institutions design and implement shared services to improve efficiency, strengthen financial sustainability, and create scale without sacrificing quality.
- **Interim Leadership & Staffing**: Placement of experienced talent and interim leaders (e.g., CIO, CFO, CHRO, Registrar) to drive change and fill critical gaps.
- **Process & Organizational Reimagination**: Independent assessment of people, processes, and systems to redesign workflows and strengthen long-term institutional health.
- **CampusLens**: A data analytics platform that unifies institutional data to deliver real-time insights into enrollment, retention, completion, and workforce alignment, enabling targeted interventions and accelerated outcomes.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed (private company)
- **Key Metric**: Annual revenue of approximately USD 20.9M (LinkedIn company estimate)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Not publicly available; strategic platform partners include Ellucian, Workday, and Jenzabar (supported in their ERP/SIS work)
- **Growth Signals**:
  - 233 employees as of latest data, +3.0% year-over-year
  - LinkedIn followers: 9,785, +23.2% year-over-year
  - 18 active job postings, +12.5% year-over-year
  - Named a Fortune Best Workplace for Millennials™, Best Medium Workplace™, and Best Workplace in Consulting & Professional Services™
  - Certified as a Great Place to Work™, with 99% of employee respondents saying they are "proud to tell others they work here"

## Competitive Advantages
- **Deep higher-ed expertise**: Operating exclusively in the college/university space since 1999, with extensive knowledge of Ellucian, Workday, Jenzabar, and other campus systems.
- **Independent and vendor-agnostic**: Provides objective, end-to-end support without being tied to a single product vendor, reducing risk and improving adoption.
- **Proven client impact**: Uses a "Happy Campus Quotient" backed by bi-annual customer satisfaction surveys to measure efficiency gains, trust, and impact.
- **Community commitment**: Has donated over $2M to client foundations, scholarship funds, and student hunger initiatives.
- **Strong employer brand**: Great Place to Work certified and multiple Fortune workplace awards, indicating a strong internal culture.

## Strategic Focus
- **ERP/SIS modernization and optimization** for institutions facing legacy system challenges.
- **Expansion of data analytics capabilities** through CampusLens to help leaders identify risks and opportunities.
- **Managed services growth** to provide stability amid hiring challenges and constant change in higher education.
- **Shared services and interim leadership** to help institutions achieve financial sustainability and operational resilience.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Supportive, inclusive, and collaborative environment where ideas are valued and contributions are celebrated; 99% of employees say they are proud to work at CampusWorks.
- **Flexibility**: Flexible work environment designed to promote work-life balance.
- **Growth**: Individualized professional development plans, a formal mentoring program, and a buddy program to help new team members build connections.
- **Well-being**: Comprehensive benefits package and perks focused on personal and professional well-being.
- **Recognition**: Award-winning workplace culture (Fortune Best Workplace for Millennials, Best Medium Workplace, Best Workplace in Consulting & Professional Services).
- **Employee rating**: 4.0/5.0 on LinkedIn based on 36 reviews, with culture rated 4.1 and work-life balance rated 3.8.
- **Remote/hybrid policy**: Not explicitly stated, but "flexible work environment" is a highlighted feature.

## Sources
1. [campusworksinc.com](https://www.campusworksinc.com/)
2. [campusworksinc.com/about](https://www.campusworksinc.com/about/)
3. [campusworksinc.com/campus-life](https://www.campusworksinc.com/campus-life-at-campusworks/)
4. [jobs.lever.co/campusworksinc](https://jobs.lever.co/campusworksinc)
5. [linkedin.com/company/campusworks](https://www.linkedin.com/company/campusworks)

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