Tidewater Community College
Director – Application Development and Support
FERPA
SQL
Edtech.com's Summary
Tidewater Community College is hiring a Director – Application Development and Support. The role involves leading the unit responsible for developing, maintaining, and supporting complex information systems that facilitate administrative functions across multiple campuses. The director also manages staff performance, oversees projects, and serves as the Information Security Officer to implement and maintain IT security programs.
Highlights
- Coordinate development, maintenance, and operation of complex information systems for a multi-campus community college.
- Direct and assist staff in analysis, design, development, implementation, and support of IT projects.
- Serve as the Information Security Officer responsible for IT security program development and maintenance.
- Extensive knowledge of functional analysis, application design, programming languages, and databases including Oracle.
- Strong understanding of business processes and administrative functions in educational environments.
- Expertise in Commonwealth of Virginia and Virginia Community College System IT Security Standards and Guidelines.
- Advance skills in Microsoft Office and desktop operating systems.
- Ability to code complex SQL applications and troubleshoot/debug effectively; knowledge of AI and prompt coding.
- Supervisory responsibilities with authority to evaluate employees and initiate personnel actions.
- Compensation range: $115,000 - $140,000, commensurate with experience.
Director – Application Development and Support Full Description
Director – Application Development and Support
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155
Posting Summary
Working Title | Director – Application Development and Support
Role Title | Info Technology Manager I
Role Code | 39115-SW
FLSA | Exempt
Pay Band | 06
Position Number | 29500144
Agency | Tidewater Community College
Division | Tidewater Community College (Div)
Work Location | Norfolk - 710
Hiring Range | $115,000 - $140,000, commensurate w/ experience.
Emergency/Essential Personnel | No
EEO Category | 1-Officials and Administrators
Full Time or Part Time | Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- | No
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? | No
Work Schedule | Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM.
Sensitive Position | Yes
Job Description
Tidewater Community College has served South Hampton Roads – both students and employers – for 50 years. It has grown from 1 campus into a regional educational and economic force. TCC is the largest provider of higher education and workforce services in Hampton Roads, enrolling nearly 25,000 students in 2024-25. Founded in 1968 as a part of the Virginia Community College System, Tidewater Community College (TCC) services South Hampton Roads with 4 campuses in Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, and Virginia Beach, 7 regional centers and 2 important cultural institutions. The college had 3,399 graduates in 2024-2025, 40 percent of whom pursued degrees that would let them transfer to 4-year institutions. Of South Hampton Roads residents enrolled in higher education 33% enrolled at TCC. TCC’s institutional accreditation is affirmed through 2027 by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
This position will coordinate all activities of the unit responsible for the development, maintenance, operation, and life cycle support of multiple, complex information systems supporting the administrative functions of a large, multi-campus community college. Tasks include directing and assisting staff in the analysis, design, development, implementation, and support of complex information systems projects. Incumbent works independently and measures employees’ results and initiates personnel actions. Incumbent serves as the Information Security Officer with responsibilities for the development, implementation, and maintenance of the college’s information technology security program.
Special Assignments | May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications
• Extensive knowledge of functional analysis, application design and programming techniques.
• Extensive knowledge of high-level programming languages, development tools, and databases.
• Extensive knowledge of business processes and administrative functions in a large educational environment.
• Knowledge of the Commonwealth of Virginia (COV) and Virginia Community College System (VCCS) Information Technology Security Standards and Guidelines.
• Advanced knowledge of desktop computers, operating systems, and applications including Microsoft Office, etc.
• Ability to analyze complex business processes, to interpret user needs, and to evaluate alternative solutions.
• Ability to coordinate all activities of multiple, complex projects to meet project deadlines and resource constraints.
• Ability to provide advanced technical leadership and training in project management and application development to subordinate staff and other college personnel.
• Ability to supervise the development of policies, procedures, and written documentation for complex information systems.
• Ability to supervise and prioritize work assignments for a diverse programming and computer operations staff and coordinate their efforts with those of other college personnel.
• Ability to understand program coding and logically apply it.
• Ability to code complex SQL applications.
• Ability to develop complex computer applications to meet functional requirements of business processes.
• Ability to troubleshoot and debug complex programs quickly.
• Knowledge of AI and prompt coding.
• Ability to communicate effectively at a technical and end-user level both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently or as a member of a team without direct supervision.
• Frequent contact with upper management and employees to provide guidance, information, and to facilitate the resolution of issues.
• May provide leadership or supervision to other staff.
• Formal training in high level programming languages, development tools, and databases.
• Extensive experience in the development, operation and support of computer systems.
• Extensive experience in analysis, design, and management of complex programming projects.
• Advanced experience supervising and evaluating application development and computer operations staff.
• Substantial experience with relational database management systems such as ORACLE.
Additional Considerations
• Advanced knowledge of FERPA.
Operation of a State Vehicle | No
Supervises Employees | Yes
Required Travel | No
Role Title | Info Technology Manager I
Role Code | 39115-SW
FLSA | Exempt
Pay Band | 06
Position Number | 29500144
Agency | Tidewater Community College
Division | Tidewater Community College (Div)
Work Location | Norfolk - 710
Hiring Range | $115,000 - $140,000, commensurate w/ experience.
Emergency/Essential Personnel | No
EEO Category | 1-Officials and Administrators
Full Time or Part Time | Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- | No
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? | No
Work Schedule | Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM.
Sensitive Position | Yes
Job Description
Tidewater Community College has served South Hampton Roads – both students and employers – for 50 years. It has grown from 1 campus into a regional educational and economic force. TCC is the largest provider of higher education and workforce services in Hampton Roads, enrolling nearly 25,000 students in 2024-25. Founded in 1968 as a part of the Virginia Community College System, Tidewater Community College (TCC) services South Hampton Roads with 4 campuses in Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, and Virginia Beach, 7 regional centers and 2 important cultural institutions. The college had 3,399 graduates in 2024-2025, 40 percent of whom pursued degrees that would let them transfer to 4-year institutions. Of South Hampton Roads residents enrolled in higher education 33% enrolled at TCC. TCC’s institutional accreditation is affirmed through 2027 by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
This position will coordinate all activities of the unit responsible for the development, maintenance, operation, and life cycle support of multiple, complex information systems supporting the administrative functions of a large, multi-campus community college. Tasks include directing and assisting staff in the analysis, design, development, implementation, and support of complex information systems projects. Incumbent works independently and measures employees’ results and initiates personnel actions. Incumbent serves as the Information Security Officer with responsibilities for the development, implementation, and maintenance of the college’s information technology security program.
Special Assignments | May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications
• Extensive knowledge of functional analysis, application design and programming techniques.
• Extensive knowledge of high-level programming languages, development tools, and databases.
• Extensive knowledge of business processes and administrative functions in a large educational environment.
• Knowledge of the Commonwealth of Virginia (COV) and Virginia Community College System (VCCS) Information Technology Security Standards and Guidelines.
• Advanced knowledge of desktop computers, operating systems, and applications including Microsoft Office, etc.
• Ability to analyze complex business processes, to interpret user needs, and to evaluate alternative solutions.
• Ability to coordinate all activities of multiple, complex projects to meet project deadlines and resource constraints.
• Ability to provide advanced technical leadership and training in project management and application development to subordinate staff and other college personnel.
• Ability to supervise the development of policies, procedures, and written documentation for complex information systems.
• Ability to supervise and prioritize work assignments for a diverse programming and computer operations staff and coordinate their efforts with those of other college personnel.
• Ability to understand program coding and logically apply it.
• Ability to code complex SQL applications.
• Ability to develop complex computer applications to meet functional requirements of business processes.
• Ability to troubleshoot and debug complex programs quickly.
• Knowledge of AI and prompt coding.
• Ability to communicate effectively at a technical and end-user level both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently or as a member of a team without direct supervision.
• Frequent contact with upper management and employees to provide guidance, information, and to facilitate the resolution of issues.
• May provide leadership or supervision to other staff.
• Formal training in high level programming languages, development tools, and databases.
• Extensive experience in the development, operation and support of computer systems.
• Extensive experience in analysis, design, and management of complex programming projects.
• Advanced experience supervising and evaluating application development and computer operations staff.
• Substantial experience with relational database management systems such as ORACLE.
Additional Considerations
• Advanced knowledge of FERPA.
Operation of a State Vehicle | No
Supervises Employees | Yes
Required Travel | No
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number | CLS_4575P
Recruitment Type | General Public - G
Number of Vacancies | 1
Position End Date (if temporary) |
Job Open Date | 07/09/2026
Job Close Date | 07/23/2026
Open Until Filled |
Agency Website | TCC.edu
Contact Name |
Email |
Phone Number
Special Instructions to Applicants | In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155
Additional Information
Background Check Statement Disclaimer | The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement | VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting | https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/98190
Recruitment Type | General Public - G
Number of Vacancies | 1
Position End Date (if temporary) |
Job Open Date | 07/09/2026
Job Close Date | 07/23/2026
Open Until Filled |
Agency Website | TCC.edu
Contact Name |
Email |
Phone Number
Special Instructions to Applicants | In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155
Additional Information
Background Check Statement Disclaimer | The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement | VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting | https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/98190
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * I understand this position is not a remote position and I will be required to work in person.
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Optional Documents
- Other Document
- Certificate
- Alternative Hiring Process Letter
- SF-50 (Documentation of involuntary separation from Federal Agency)
- (877) 340-5577
- [email protected]
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