Job Description
Salary: $92,300.00 - $133,800.00 Annually
Location : Florence
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202400308
Division: Information Technology
Department: Information Technology
Opening Date: 07/01/2026
Closing Date: 7/17/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Description General Responsibilities :
The Chief Information Officer at FDTC, reporting to the President, collaborates across divisions to ensure IT integration and compliance, overseeing Application Systems, Database Systems, Help Desk, IT Budget, and IT Security. The CIO fosters teamwork, innovation, and leadership aligned with FDTC's core values and supports online education infrastructure, maintaining FDTC's reputation for best practices.
Examples of Duties Job Functions : 1. Strategic Planning
Develop and implement IT strategies that align with the company's business goals.
Conduct technology forecasting and identify emerging technologies for potential integration.
2. IT Governance and Compliance
Ensure IT policies, procedures, and standards are developed, maintained, and adhered to.
Oversee compliance with regulatory requirements and manage IT risk assessments.
3. Team Leadership and Management
Lead, mentor, and manage the IT department, including recruitment, training, and performance evaluations.
Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment.
4. Budgeting and Financial Management
Develop and manage the IT budget, ensuring cost-effective technology investments.
Monitor expenditures and optimize the allocation of IT resources.
5. Project Management
Oversee the planning, execution, and successful completion of IT projects.
Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
6. Operational Management
Ensure the reliability, security, and efficiency of the organization's IT infrastructure.
Manage day-to-day IT operations, including network, systems, and application support.
7. Vendor and Contract Management
Negotiate and manage contracts with IT vendors and service providers.
Evaluate vendor performance and ensure delivery of services as per agreements.
8. Stakeholder Engagement
Communicate IT strategies, projects, and performance to senior management and other stakeholders.
Collaborate with other departments to understand their technology needs and provide appropriate solutions.
9. Innovation and Continuous Improvement
Promote a culture of continuous improvement within the IT department.
Identify opportunities for technological innovation to enhance business processes.
10. Perform other duties as assigned
Typical Qualifications Minimum Requirements :
Minimum requirements: Bachelor's degree in communications, business administration, computer science (information technology), mathematics, statistics; management information science or a related field and experience in telecommunications, data processing and/or information technology. Relevant experience may be substituted for bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis.
Preferred Qualifications : Master's Degree from a regionally accredited higher education institution. Five or more years of progressively responsible leadership experience. Administrative leadership experience with significant management and supervisory experience. Evidence of effective interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to cultivate partnerships and work with diverse groups of staff, faculty, and students. Documented ability to integrate data into decision making to promote effective practice and policy.
Comprehensive knowledge of data processing, information management, and systems analysis. Proficient in computer applications, including SharePoint, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project. Expertise in IT operations: end-user support, networks, MIS, information security, and ERP software cycles. Strong commitment to student-centered teaching and belief in student success. Strategic and urgent change management experience. Proficiency in addressing complex issues and making bold decisions for student and institutional benefit. High emotional intelligence. Ensures compliance with all relevant regulations. Strong communication skills with various stakeholders. Effective relationship-building and action-oriented. High-energy change agent with clear communication of change rationale.
Supplemental Information Anticipated Work Hours :
Monday - Thursday, 8:00 am - 5:30 pm, Friday, 8:00 am - 11:30 am Must be able to work flexible hours.
How To Apply: Please complete the State application to include current and previous work history and education. A resume' may be attached, but not substituted for completing work history and education sections of the application. Please upload copies of all College transcripts with your application and resume'. Florence-Darlington Technical College, P.O. Box 100548, Florence, SC 29502-0548. EOE/AA/ADA/M/F/D/V are encouraged to apply.
To claim Veteran's Preference, all eligible persons must select their veteran's status on the application and submit a DD Form 214. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty upon request and prior to an interview. Persons claiming veteran status without accompanying documentation (DD Form 214) shall not receive preference. "Veteran" means a person who served in any branch of the United States Armed Forces on active duty, for reasons other than training, and was discharged under honorable conditions.
Classifications :
Full-Time Permanent AM56 GEN# 09 #61130850 Legacy #
Benefits for State Employees The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits Eligible employees may enroll in , which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and childcare expenses.
Retirement Benefits State employees are also offered , including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the , which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits State employees may also be eligible for , including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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Do you have a bachelor's degree in communications, business administration, computer science (information technology), mathematics, statistics; management information science or a related field?
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Do you have experience in telecommunications, data processing and/or information technology?
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Do you have five or more years of progressively responsible leadership experience?
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Do you have a comprehensive knowledge of data processing, information management, and systems analysis?
Required Question
Job Tags
Permanent employment, Full time, Contract work, Temporary work, Remote work, Flexible hours