Department Chair, Applied Computing

Posting Details Position Details Position Type Tenure Track College/Division College of Engr, Tech & Mgmt (ETM) Department Geomatics Hiring Unit Appointment FTE (%) 1.0 Position Terms/Mo 10 Position Summary Department Summary ACG anchors Oregon Tech’s expertise in information technology, cybersecurity, and geospatial science. Students master the tools that power digital infrastructure and spatial analysis – designing secure networks, mapping the natural world, and analyzing data that drives decisionmaking. Oregon Tech’s nationally recognized Geomatics program received the NCEES $25,000 Education Award in 2024, reflecting its leadership in professional education and licensure preparation.Programs Offered: B.S. in Cybersecurity B.S. in Information Technology B.S. in Geomatics (Surveying and Geographic Information Systems options) Minors in Information Technology and Geomatics Innovative and Impactful Initiatives: Geomatics Online Program: Oregon’s only online ABET-accredited Surveying program, expanding access to working professionals statewide. Applied AI Research Integration: Embedding machine learning, GIS, and remote-sensing applications in curriculum and faculty research. HECC Workforce Ready Grant: Awarded $709,000 to expand applied computing access and upskill 100 Oregon professionals by 2026 in partnership with the Technology Association of Oregon (TAO), CodePDX, and Link Oregon. Together, the Department and Center exemplify Oregon Tech’s commitment to hands-on learning, applied research, and industry partnership—advancing technologies that improve lives and strengthen Oregon’s innovation economy. Position Summary Oregon Institute of Technology (Oregon Tech), the state’s only public polytechnic university, invites nominations and applications for the position of Department Chair, Applied Computing & Geomatics within the College of Engineering, Technology and Management (ETM). This is an exciting opportunity for an academic leader to guide a department at the forefront of Oregon Tech’s mission – advancing applied learning, research, and workforce innovation across information technology, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and geospatial science. As Oregon’s Polytechnic University, Oregon Tech prepares graduates to lead where knowledge meets practice. The College of Engineering, Technology and Management – its largest continues to expand its reach and reputation through growing enrollment, new interdisciplinary programs, and national recognition for academic quality and applied research. The Department of Applied Computing & Geomatics anchors Oregon Tech’s leadership in digital and spatial technologies that power the modern world. Students master the tools that secure networks, manage data, and map the environment – skills that drive decision-making and innovation across industries. The department offers programs in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, and Geomatics, with the latter recognized nationally for excellence through the NCEES $25,000 Education Award. Oregon Tech also launched the state’s only online ABET-accredited Surveying program, expanding access to working professionals statewide. Through a $709,000 HECC Workforce Ready Grant, the department is partnering with the Technology Association of Oregon and Link Oregon to upskill professionals and strengthen Oregon’s digital infrastructure. The next Chair will lead during a period of strategic growth and innovation – aligning programs in Cyber/IT, Geomatics, and the forthcoming Artificial Intelligence degree to meet employer demand and prepare graduates for the data-driven workforce of tomorrow. Priorities include advancing accreditation readiness, expanding online quality at scale, growing enrollment and retention, and deepening collaborations with industry and government partners. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative, student-centered academic leader who brings technical breadth, online leadership experience, and a record of innovation in applied computing or geospatial science. The successful candidate will join a college distinguished by its collegial culture, entrepreneurial spirit, and commitment to advancing technologies that improve the human condition. At Oregon Tech, the opportunity of place and purpose is tangible – an environment where learning is applied, discovery creates impact, and leadership carries meaning. For the next Chair of Applied Computing & Geomatics, it represents the chance to guide a flagship department at the heart of Oregon’s Polytechnic University, shaping programs that transform students, communities, and the world they serve. To view the full position prospectus, link here: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:4bb869c3-5b5f-4434-948a-87b6c02eaa34Equity & Inclusion Oregon Tech strongly recognizes and believes that a diverse and inclusive academic environment fosters mutual understanding, interpersonal and individual respect, cultural awareness, harmony, and creativity, while providing necessary role models for all students. Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive university requires that no person experience discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identification and expression or any other protected personal characteristic. We encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial and ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who actively demonstrate a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Minimum Requirements Additional Requirements Minimum Requirements Doctorate (Ph.D.) in Geomatics, Geospatial Sciences, GIS, Computer Science, Applied Computing, or a closely related discipline. Credentials and experience must be commensurate with being hired at the rank of full professor with tenure. Appointment to the full professor rank requires evidence of exceptional distinction by a combination of leadership, accompaniment, and service in scholarly, educational, and intellectual life of the university. Demonstrated experience in academic leadership, program administration, or applied-research management in higher education. Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Collaborative, transparent, and data-informed leadership style that builds trust and advances shared governance. Strong administrative, fiscal, and organizational skills with attention to strategic alignment and accountability. Commitment to student-centered learning, experiential education, and faculty mentorship. Ability to cultivate partnerships across academia, industry, and government. Capacity to promote innovation, entrepreneurship, and interdisciplinary collaboration.• Understanding of the intersection between digital systems, spatial intelligence, and applied research in advancing the public good. Preferred Qualifications Preferred Qualifications Experience with ABET or computing-related accreditation and program assessment. Demonstrated success in online program quality management and multi-modal instruction. Evidence of effectiveness in faculty recruitment, mentoring, and retention. Success in grant writing, sponsored projects, or externally funded research. Familiarity with AI, cybersecurity, data science, and geospatial technologies and their application in workforce and research settings. Application Information Recruitment Type External Application Screening Begins 12/11/2025 Job Posting Close Date Background/Pre-Employment Check Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University’s receipt of a satisfactory background check, motor vehicle check, physical abilities check, and/or any other conditions of employment contained in the vacancy announcement.