Executive Director of Enterprise and Architecture

 

Executive Director of Enterprise and Architecture

Hartnell Community College

 

Salary: $177,521.00 – $215,778.00 Annually

Job Type: Administrator

Job Number: 202400284

Location: Main Campus 411 Central Avenue, Salinas

Department: Enterprise Resources

Closing: 4/26/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Description

The Executive Director of Enterprise Architecture is responsible for designing and maintaining the hybrid architecture for the District on an enterprise level. Responsible for defining systems and application architecture. This includes leading and setting standards for technical infrastructure, root cause analysis, forecast plans and strategies for data and technology transitions, future goals, and needed skills.

Under general direction, is accountable for proactively and holistically leading or supporting Enterprise Architecture activities for creating deliverables that guide the developing direction for managing a portfolio of solutions driving and achieving District outcomes. Solutions include systems (such as applications, technologies, processes, and information), shared infrastructure services and shared application services. Provides highly complex and responsible support to the Vice President of Information and Technology Resources in areas of expertise; and performs related work as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general direction from the Vice President of Information and Technology Resources. Exercises direct and general supervision over professional, technical, and administrative support staff.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This is a management classification that designs, develops, plans, oversees, and participates in all activities of designated information technology operations and activities, including cloud/hybrid architecture, programming, development, design, operation, analysis, maintenance, and modification of enterprise resource planning system applications. Responsibilities include performing diverse, specialized, and complex work involving significant accountability and decision- making responsibility. The incumbent organizes and oversees day-to-day activities and is responsible for providing professional-level support to the Vice President of Information and Technology Resources in a variety of areas. Successful performance of the work requires an extensive professional background, as well as skill in coordinating departmental work with that of other departments. This class is distinguished from the Vice President of Information and Technology Resources in that the latter has overall responsibility for all functions of the Information Technology Division.

Examples of Duties

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)

The District reserves the rights to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job. Administrators can be assigned to work at any district location or learning site and in some cases can be assigned to multiple locations and learning sites.

Developing and implementing the enterprise architecture strategy for the organization’s hybrid cloud environment.
Ensuring alignment of the enterprise architecture with business objectives and goals.
Providing guidance and leadership to the enterprise architecture team, including cloud architects, solution architects, and technical architects.
Developing and implementing cloud architecture policies and standards for the organization.
Identifying and mitigating risks associated with the organization’s cloud architecture.
Collaborating with other IT and business leaders to ensure the success of the organization’s cloud initiatives.
Ensuring that the organization’s hybrid cloud architecture is cost-effective, scalable, and secure.
Overseeing the selection and implementation of cloud technologies and solutions.
Monitoring and reporting on the performance of the organization’s cloud architecture.
Oversees the builds, documentation, and maintenance of hybrid/cloud architecture standards and best practice
Creates deliverables that help develop a direction for managing the organization’s portfolio of “to be” and “as is” solutions — including systems, shared infrastructure services, and shared application services
Monitor the current-state solution portfolio to identify deficiencies through aging of the technologies used by the application, or misalignment with business requirements.
Understand technology trends and the practical application of existing, new, and emerging technologies to enable new and evolving business and operating models
Understand, advocate, and augment the principles of information technology strategies
Analyze the business-IT environment (run, grow and transform) to detect critical deficiencies, and recommend solutions for improvement (systems of record, differentiation, and innovation)
Analyze the technology industry, competitors, and market trends, and determine their potential impact on the enterprise
Define the principles, guidelines, standards, and solution patterns to ensure solution decisions are aligned with the enterprise’s future-state architecture vision
Learns and applies emerging technologies and, as necessary, to perform duties in an efficient, organized, and timely manner.
Manages the training and administration of the Districts LMS and software applications
Oversight of the Center for Learning and Innovation
Oversight of Information Technology’s Project Management Office
Oversight of the District website infrastructure.
Performs related duties as assigned

Typical Qualifications

Knowledge of:

Experience managing and leading teams of cloud architects and other IT professionals.
Strong knowledge of cloud technologies and solutions, including but not limited to AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform.
Knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks and methodologies, such as TOGAF and Zachman.
Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
Theories, principles, and practices in cloud security, and hybrid infrastructure
Theories, principles, and practices associated with higher education curricula and instruction, student support services, student learning, and student success.
Principles and practices of enrollment management.
Principles and practices of fiscal management, strategic and facilities planning.
Pertinent federal and state laws and regulatory provisions.
College accreditation procedures, practices, and standards.
The development, implementation, and assessment of student learning and/or service area outcomes.
Principles and practices of technology and software use for databases, accounting, spreadsheets, and other business processes.
Budget development, administrative practices, and organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of projects, programs, policies, procedures, and operational needs.
Principles and practices of employee supervision, including work planning, assignment, review and evaluation, and the training of staff in work procedures.
Information technology systems, including audio visual equipment, applications development and support, database administration, systems administration, and data center operations, and production scheduling.
Software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, feasibility studies, software/system design, programming, testing, installation, evaluation, and operational management.
Methods and techniques for the development of presentations, business correspondence, and information distribution; research and reporting methods, techniques, and procedures.
Principles and procedures of record keeping, technical report writing, and preparation of correspondence and presentations.
Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications.
English usage, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, and punctuation.
Techniques for effectively representing the District in contacts with governmental agencies, community groups, and various business, professional, educational, regulatory, and legislative organizations.
Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, students, and District staff.
Ability to:

Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
Effectively lead employees and teams with a collaborative style in a collegial and participatory governance environment.
Deliver formal and influential presentations.
Be a fair–minded, ethical, and honest leader with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written.
Develop, implement, and evaluate programs and services.
Utilize data and assessment outcomes to make improvements for programs and services.
Inspire and motivate others toward goal achievement.
Counsel, direct, and facilitate professional development of employees.
Develop and monitor budgets and effectively utilize resources.
Effectively manage priorities in large, complex, and diverse operational units.
Use independent judgment in the interpretation and application of rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Provide leadership and work collaboratively and productively with all stakeholders, including faculty, students, administrators, support staff, unions, and the community.
Recruit, select, supervise, and evaluate employees.
Organize, manage, implement, and maintain efficient and effective enterprise application systems to ensure the reliability and integrity of information technology infrastructure.
Effectively adapt technology and software applications to a higher education environment.
Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
Effectively represent the District and the department in meetings with various educational, business, professional, regulatory, and legislative organizations.
Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, and other written materials.
Conduct complex research projects, evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare effective technical staff reports.
Establish and maintain a variety of filing, record keeping, and tracking systems.
Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and specialized software applications programs.
Understand scope of authority in making independent decisions.

Supplemental Information

Education and Experience:
A bachelor’s degree in computer engineering, computer science, management information systems, or a related field from a college or university accredited by a regional accrediting agency recognized by the United States Department of Education.
Four (4) years of management and/or administrative experience in the programming, development, design, operation, analysis, administration, maintenance, and modification of computer systems, databases, and applications; or any combination

Desired Licenses and Certifications:
Possession of one or more certifications in any of the following or similar areas: AWS Cloud Practitioner, AWS Solutions Architect
Possession of Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI) is desirable.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

This is a regular, full-time, classified management position. Management salary range II: $177,521.00 to $215,778.00 annually (within this salary range, the successful candidate’s starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience).
Annual doctoral stipend: $3,000.
The district provides health benefits, which consist of full medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage for employees and a high percentage of coverage for eligible dependents. There is also life, accident, and income protection insurance, sick leave, vacation, and paid holidays, and PERS (public employee’s retirement system).

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

The following documents must be uploaded as attachments to your online application:
1) Resume
2) Cover letter
3) College/university transcripts (copies acceptable)

We require unofficial copies of all undergraduate and graduate coursework from regionally accredited institutions. Official copies will be required at the time of hire. Foreign transcripts must be evaluated by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) member organization at the applicant’s expense.

Fostering a Culture of Care

Caring Campus, developed by the Institute for Evidence-Based Change (IEBC), is dedicated to creating a culture of care within community colleges. IEBC’s Caring Campus program aims to increase student retention and success. We understand that when students feel connected to their college, they are more likely to succeed academically.

At Hartnell College, we embrace the Caring Campusculture. By implementing intentional, campus-wide behavioral commitments, we enhance our existing student success initiatives and create an environment where care and support are integral.

Join us on this journey of fostering a caring environment where students thrive. Together, we can transform Hartnell College into a place where care and success go hand in hand, empowering our students to reach their full potential.

Applicant Acknowledgment

I understand that working in a community college environment requires a strong commitment to serving students and community members from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, ability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds. I recognize the importance of fostering an inclusive, respectful, and supportive environment that promotes equitable access, student success, and a sense of belonging for all individuals at Hartnell College.

EEO Statement

Hartnell Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of ethnic group identification, race, color, language, accent, immigration status, ancestry, national origin, age, gender, gender identity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, and physical or mental disability consistent with applicable federal and state laws.

 

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/hartnell/jobs/5286562/executive-director-of-enterprise-and-architecture

 

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