Director of Technology for the Zarb School of Business

Director of Technology for the Zarb School of Business

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Position Title  | Director of Technology for the Zarb School of Business
Position Number  | 897084
Position Category  | Administration
School/Division  | School of Business
Department  |
Full-Time or Part-Time  | Full-Time

Description  | Reporting to the Senior Associate Dean, the Director of Technology for the Zarb School of Business is responsible for managing the technology resources of the Zarb School of Business including but not limited to the Core Skills Lab, Martin B Greenberg Trading Room, Behavioral Business in Research Lab, Cybersecurity and ideaHUb Makerspace. This position is also expected to support faculty and administrative technology needs including career services and the Institute of Innovation and Entrepreneurship. Additional evening and weekend hours will be required in support of admission events, alumni and community engagement, special projects, travel, and other events. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Manages and directs the technology resources at the Zarb School of Business (ZSOB). Leads the operations of the Core Skills Lab, including the hiring and supervision of student aides. Develops and presents executive overviews of the Core Skills Lab, including demonstrations of VR and AI resources. Facilitates professional development workshops utilizing lab technologies for various areas at Hofstra. Assists Zarb faculty and the Dean’s office with technology in the classroom, curriculum, and communication with stakeholders. Provides training for faculty in classroom technology and other systems within the ZSOB. Liaises with Hofstra ITS to facilitate ZSOB needs regarding equipment and software from evaluation through procurement. Manages the Microsoft Excel certification for Zarb students and provides assistance to students sitting for the certification exams, as well as reporting as necessary. Responsible for maintenance of lab resources and equipment, and for identifying new resources for the Core Skills Lab. Assists in analyzing and interpreting data, generating analytics, and effectively communicating results to internal leadership, external benchmarking, and peer comparisons. Designs, implements, and manages innovative strategies and mechanisms to ensure data collection processes. Gathers, prepares, and summarizes the collection of information using survey tools. Serves as the lead administrator for technology, data, and reporting. Manages the Handshake System, used for registration and tracking of student activities, employer outreach, event registrations, and Job/Internship Fairs. Implements promotional and marketing strategies for technology tools, such as Hiration, LinkedIn Learning, Forage and Handshake. Assists in managing business specific spaces such as Martin B. Greenberg Trading Room, Behavioral Business in Research Lab, Cybersecurity, and the ideaHUb Makerspace and must be proficient with all technologies available.  Responsible for the evaluation and assessment of emerging technologies for school use. Assists in managing business specific software, licensing, and training. Assists the Dean’s office with special technology projects. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications  | Bachelor’s degree required. Five or more years’ experience in managing technology in an organization, preferably in higher education. Strong technical and analytical skills including the use of VR, AI and other innovative technologies. Excellent communication and executive presentation skills.  Skilled technologist able to collaborate with faculty on leveraging existing tools to meet course learning goals and delivery methods. Proficient in data analytics and metrics and using information to shape outcomes. Team player in a high functioning department able to work in a fluid environment with shifting priorities. Strong customer service orientation. Highly motivated self-starter, able to work independently, collaboratively, and with great levels of responsibility. Ability to work evenings and weekends and travel as required.

Preferred Qualifications  | Master’s degree in business administration is preferred.
Special Instructions  |
Deadline  | Open Until Filled
Date Posted  | 08/01/2025

EEO Statement  | Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to extending equal opportunity in employment to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary/Salary Range  | $92,000 - $102,000

 
Additional Information
Hofstra University provides the above salary* as a good faith estimate of the starting pay range which considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience and education. In addition to the salary offered, we offer a collegial and inclusive culture, and a benefits program which includes generous paid time off, paid holidays, tuition remission for employees and eligible dependents, and a retirement plan with University contributions.
 
*Salary ranges indicated for positions covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement are in accordance with the CBA.

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