Assistant to the Senior Associate VP for Administration & CIO Apply now Job No: 26086 Department: Information Technology Work Type: Staff - Full Time Location: Main Campus (Houghton, MI) Full Time / Part Time: Full Time Categories: Information Technology Applications Close: Michigan Technological University is an R1 technological research university founded in 1885 in Houghton. Our rural campus is situated just miles from Lake Superior in Michigan's scenic Upper Peninsula and is home to nearly 7,500 students from more than 60 countries around the world. Consistently ranked among the best universities in the country for return on investment, Michigan’s flagship technological university offers more than 185 undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Research focus areas include defense, health, energy, automotive, environment, and aerospace. The area’s waters, forests, and snowfall support year-round recreation, including skiing, snowboarding, hiking, biking, and paddling. The University is an integral part of the region, supported by a friendly and welcoming community that takes pride in being a true college town. We embrace our size, climate, sense of adventure, and originality. Summary This position plays a critical role in the day-to-day management of the Information Technology administrative office. This position is involved with contract management, the overall IT hiring process, managing the calendar of the Senior Associate Vice President for Administration and CIO, coordinating leadership and departmental meetings while interacting with stakeholders at all levels and contributing to strategic planning. The role requires meticulous attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a high level of integrity and discretion in handling sensitive information. The ideal candidate must be able to prioritize effectively and manage a diverse range of administrative tasks. There is an expectation that the person in this role be able to adapt quickly and respond to changing priorities and is a model for service excellence. Responsibilities and Essential Duties 1. Manage the daily operations of the Information Technology administrative office. 2. Involved in the overall contract management process for the organization and authorized as the Senior Associate Vice President for Administration and CIO signature authority. 3. Manage the IT hiring process for the organization and act as the departmental liaison to HR and Equal Opportunity Compliance. Handle advertising and coordination of candidate interviews and itineraries. 4. Provide an onboarding session to all new full-time hires who join the organization, process requests for access, and maintain confidentiality related to employee files. 5. Process all status change and position authorization forms. Maintain the departmental organizational chart and new hire/separation metrics.6. Coordinate employee separations and access removal requests. 7. Manage the calendar of the Senior Associate Vice President for Administration and CIO, including scheduling meetings with University leadership. Also manage the IT events calendar, ensuring important University dates and events are included. 8. Work with confidential and highly sensitive matters. 9. Participate in leadership meetings and coordinate monthly IT Updates for the organization—establish the agenda, determine presenters, and create the presentation slides. 10. Track and report departmental training to Equal Opportunity Compliance. 11. Express Cash account signatory. Approve payroll and Concur reports, oversee the administrative office budget and Michigan Tech Fund accounts. 12. ASPIRE space coordinator and responsible for submitting all departmental key requests through Public Safety and Police Services. Ensure safety and security trainings assigned. 13. Oversee the processing of all student EPAFs requests (over 100+ students during the academic year), Concur reports, moving and house hunting reimbursements, check requests, and any reallocations. 14. Maintain the internal IT employee Handbook. Assist employees with the interpretation of University and departmental policies and procedures. 15. Coordinate the annual performance management cycle for the leadership. 16. Maintain Google groups and Slack member list. 17. Coordinate annual IT events. 18. Commit to learning about continuous improvement strategies and applying them to everyday work. Actively engage in University continuous improvement initiatives. 19. Apply safety-related knowledge, skills, and practices to everyday work. Required Education, Certifications, Licensures • Associate’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired. Required Experience • At least five years of progressively responsible experience in a similar role. Desirable Education and/or Experience • Experience working in higher education • Experience with project management • Experience using advanced features of standard software packages • Experience creating PowerPoint presentations Required Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities • Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information and exhibit good judgment. • Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while keeping a professional demeanor, especially during peak times, with minimal supervision. • Evidence of the ability to take initiative in managing projects and meeting deadlines while working both independently and collaboratively. • Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy. • Excellent interpersonal, customer service, oral/written communication, and time management skills.• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and collegially as a member of a team. Desirable Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities • Knowledge of University policies and procedures • Ability to understand financial data and budgets • Demonstrated success in, or potential future contributions to, working with persons from diverse backgrounds, creating a sense of belonging, and fostering a fair, objective, welcoming place to work for persons with a wide variety of personal characteristics and viewpoints. Work Environment and/or Physical Demands WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. Required Training and Other Conditions of Employment Every employee at Michigan Technological University will receive the following 4 required trainings; additional training may be required by the department.Required University Training:• Employee Safety Overview• Anti-Harassment, Discrimination, Retaliation Training• Annual Data Security Training• Annual Title IX Training Background Check:Offers of employment are contingent upon and not considered finalized until the required background check has been performed and the results received and assessed. Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) % (1=100%) 1 FLSA Status Exempt Appointment Term 12 months Shift - Pay Rate/Salary The anticipated salary range for this position is $67,917 - $70,000; however, the final salary is negotiable based on experience and qualifications. Title of Position Supervisor Sr. Assoc VP - Admin/CIO Posting Type Internal & External Dependent on Funding No To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you require any auxiliary aids, services, or accommodations during Michigan Tech’s hiring process please notify the Human Resources office at 906-487-2280 or hr-help@mtu.edu. Other Conditions of Employment:Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of your appointment, and maintain eligibility without sponsorship throughout your appointment. Michigan Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution/Equal Opportunity Employer that provides equal opportunity for all, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains current campus safety and disciplinary policies, crime statistics for the previous 3 calendar years, and on-campus student housing fire safety policies and fire statistics for the previous 3 calendar years. Michigan Tech will provide a paper copy upon request; please contact the Michigan Tech Public Safety. In compliance with the federal Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act (DFSCA) and its implementing regulations (34 CFR Part 86), Michigan Tech is committed to maintaining a drugfree campus environment and actively promoting the health and safety of its community. Find our notice that outlines the University's policies, legal sanctions, health risks, and available support resources related to the unlawful possession, use, or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol. Required Education, Certifications, Licensures* (minimum requirements) Advertised: 18 Jun 2026 Eastern Daylight Time Applications Close: Back to search results Apply now Refer a friend Whatsapp Facebook LinkedIn Email App Send me jobs like these We will email you new jobs that match this search. Great, we can send you jobs like this, if this is your first time signing up, please check your inbox to confirm your subscription. The email address was invalid, please check for errors. You must agree to the privacy statement Subscribe Recaptcha Privacy agreement Search results Position Location Closes Assistant to the Senior Associate VP for Administration & CIO Main Campus (Houghton, MI) Michigan Technological University is seeking an Assistant to the Senior Associate VP for Administration & CIO for our Information Technology department. This position plays a critical role in the day-to-day management of the Information Technology administrative office. This position is involved with contract management, the overall IT hiring process, managing the calendar of the Senior Associate Vice President for Administration and CIO, coordinating leadership and departmental meetings while interacting with stakeholders at all levels and contributing to strategic planning. The role requires meticulous attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a high level of integrity and discretion in handling sensitive information. The ideal candidate must be able to prioritize effectively and manage a diverse range of administrative tasks. There is an expectation that the person in this role be able to adapt quickly and respond to changing priorities and is a model for service excellence. Current Opportunities Position Location Closes Assistant to the Senior Associate VP for Administration & CIO Main Campus (Houghton, MI) Michigan Technological University is seeking an Assistant to the Senior Associate VP for Administration & CIO for our Information Technology department. This position plays a critical role in the day-to-day management of the Information Technology administrative office. This position is involved with contract management, the overall IT hiring process, managing the calendar of the Senior Associate Vice President for Administration and CIO, coordinating leadership and departmental meetings while interacting with stakeholders at all levels and contributing to strategic planning. The role requires meticulous attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a high level of integrity and discretion in handling sensitive information. The ideal candidate must be able to prioritize effectively and manage a diverse range of administrative tasks. There is an expectation that the person in this role be able to adapt quickly and respond to changing priorities and is a model for service excellence. Powered by PageUp Subscribe to jobs