Reporting to the Chief Information Officer (CIO), the Director/CAIO will drive a coordinated, ethical, and strategic approach to the adoption and integration of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies throughout the university’s academic, administrative, legal, and research domains.

This position directly supports the university’s Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) for Intentional AI, accelerates the modernization of legacy business processes, fosters innovation through AI Sandbox environments, and champions AI literacy and governance initiatives. The Director/CAIO will ensure that AI adoption aligns with the university’s mission, strategic objectives, and values, balancing technological innovation with ethical, transparent, and privacy-focused practices.

Advanced degree (Master’s required; Ph.D. preferred) in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or a related discipline. Demonstrated success in implementing AI solutions in academic and or enterprise environments. Deep understanding of ethical AI, data privacy, and higher education governance. Experience fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and supporting faculty research initiatives. Demonstrated experience in supporting workforce development initiatives, staff training programs and professional development programs, and outcomes evaluation. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.

Thorough understanding of generative AI tools, predictive analytics, and natural language interfaces for institutional data. Ability to assess and automate high-impact administrative workflows (such as admissions, advising, HR, procurement, and institutional reporting). Strong capability in establishing secure data protocols and managing AI Sandbox environments. Proven skills in vendor management, strategic technology partnerships, and fiscal resource stewardship. Expert knowledge in developing frameworks for data provenance, model interpretability, and digital trust deployment. Exceptional communication skills for campus-wide stakeholder alignment, including managing resource hubs, technical briefing materials, and organizing technology and academic symposiums.

Employee must be willing to work flexible hours including occasional nights and weekends to host or attend events and symposiums, and will be expected to travel to attend and present at regional and national AI/Tech conferences.

Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

*Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.

Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.

All applications must be submitted online https://jobs.cofc.edu.

The College of Charleston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of sex, gender (including gender identity and/or expression), pregnancy, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, and other classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information, please visit eop.cofc.edu.

Operates with high executive autonomy to develop, drive, and oversee a comprehensive, multi-year AI Roadmap aligned with institutional priorities and the Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) for Intentional AI. The CAIO establishes and chairs the University AI Governance Framework and Council, formulating university-wide policies through a shared governance model across academic, administrative, and research stakeholders. Additionally, the role provides matrixed leadership to ensure all AI deployment — including risk management for data provenance and model interpretability — adheres to university, state, and federal guidelines while balancing rapid innovation with ethical, privacy-focused practices.

Collaborate closely with Academic Affairs, CETL, and the QEP Director as the institution’s AI Subject Matter Expert (SME), leveraging deep technical expertise and advanced platform knowledge to technically integrate AI literacy outcomes into the curriculum, support faculty and staff instructional design, and build comprehensive frameworks to support student innovation.

Partner with institutional units (Admissions, Advising, HR, Procurement, Financial Affairs) to assess, design, and deploy high-impact administrative process automation pilots and predictive analytics dashboards to reduce manual workload.

Design, launch, and oversee secure, enterprise-wide AI Sandbox environments. Lead the design and oversight of AI data infrastructure, secure API integrations, and accessibility compliance measures.

Create and manage strategic relationships with AI solution providers to maximize fiscal responsibility and avoid multi-departmental tool duplication. Serve as primary liaison for national and consortial AI initiatives.

Manage the campus-wide AI resource hub, continuous staff training and development series, monthly newsletters, and organize university Technology and Higher Education Symposiums and compile an annual AI Innovation and Impact Report.