ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR - DATA ENGINEERING AND APPLICATIONS #00025742

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Job Description

This position provides leadership for the team responsible for application development, data integrations, data engineering, and machine learning, which together form the technical foundation for how Missouri S&T collects, connects, and uses its institutional data. The Associate Director sets technical direction, manages staff, and makes sure the university's applications and data infrastructure are reliable, secure, and aligned with institutional priorities. The role extends the university's capacity to modernize its systems and deliver data-driven solutions that support academic, administrative, and executive decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop a team of developers, data engineers, and machine learning staff, including hiring, performance management, workload assignment, and professional development, so the team can meet institutional demand
• Partner with university leadership and campus units to identify needs, set priorities, and manage the team's project portfolio, including scope, timelines, resource allocation, and vendor relationships, so that work aligns with strategic goals
• Establish technical direction, architecture, and standards for applications, integrations, and data platforms to ensure systems are scalable, maintainable, and consistent across the enterprise
• Direct the design, development, and support of institutional applications that improve business processes and service delivery across academic and administrative units
• Oversee data integrations and data engineering that connect enterprise systems and deliver accurate, timely, and well-governed data for reporting, analytics, and operations
• Guide the development and responsible use of machine learning and AI solutions that support decision-making in areas such as enrollment, student success, and operations
• Ensure the security, reliability, and compliance of applications and data systems, including access controls, data privacy requirements such as FERPA, documentation, and change management

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and 10 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

Preferred Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Data Science, or a closely related field
• Seven years of progressively responsible experience in application development, data integration, data engineering, or related information technology work. At least three of those years must include supervising technical staff or leading development or data teams
• The experience should include managing projects across multiple stakeholders and working with enterprise systems, databases, and data platforms

Anticipated Hiring Range

The anticipated hiring range for this position has been established as $81,744 to $124,904 annually.

Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s particular combination of education, skills, and experience, as well as organizational requirements.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Grade: GGS 13
University Title: ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR IT
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Application Deadline

Applications will be accepted until this position is filled.

Sponsorship Information

Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Community Information

University Information
Missouri S&T is one of the nation's leading research universities with over 100-degree programs in 39 disciplines. It was founded in 1870 as one of the first technological institutions west of the Mississippi River. Located about 100 miles west of St. Louis in the vibrant community of Rolla, Missouri S&T is an accessible, safe, and friendly campus surrounded by Ozarks' scenery. Missouri S&T offers undergraduate degrees in engineering, the sciences, liberal arts, humanities, and business, with M.S. and Ph.D. programs available in many of the science and engineering programs. With over 7,000 students and 300 faculty, Missouri S&T is big enough to accommodate a broad population, yet small enough for individuals to build high visibility and impactful careers.

About Rolla
Rolla, Missouri offers several great advantages that help individuals enjoy a high quality of life. Rolla is an ideal place for families, with its low cost of living, excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and a range of recreational activities suitable for all ages. The Ozark Scenic Riverways and beautiful landscapes offers abundant opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts of every lifestyle. With its vibrant community, Rolla hosts multiple events, concerts, art exhibitions, and theater performances throughout the year. The university’s Leach Theatre showcases nationally renowned performers for campus and community alike. Overall, living in Rolla offers a high quality of life with a supportive community, affordable living, beautiful natural surroundings, and numerous opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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