The Executive Associate for Information Technology plays a critical role in KU IT, managing the daily coordination for the Vice Chancellor of Information Technology & CIO and providing high-level administrative support to the executive team. This individual is responsible for overseeing the Vice Chancellor & CIO's scheduling and calendar management and assisting the CIO's direct reports with various support needs.
The Executive Associate collaborates closely with other campus offices, including the Chancellor's Office, Chief Operating Officer's Office, General Counsel, Provost's Office, Chief Financial Officer's Office, Office of Audit, Risk & Compliance, Deans, and KU affiliates, to ensure smooth operations and alignment across the university. Acting as a liaison, the Executive Associate represents the Vice Chancellor & CIO in communications with other senior leaders on campus.
This position requires strong problem-solving abilities, high discretion, and sound judgment in prioritizing and managing requests, scheduling, and communications on behalf of the Vice Chancellor & CIO and the executive team.