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To claim veteran's preference please complete the employment (veteran's) preference form and email it to [email protected]. You must include the job title of the position in which you are applying.

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Montana Tech is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. As such, the University does not discriminate in the admission, access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, creed, service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law), veteran status, gender, age, political beliefs, marital or family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation or preference. In support of the University's mission to be inclusive and diverse, applications from qualified minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged. Montana Tech makes accommodation for any known disability that may interfere with an applicant's ability to compete in the hiring process or an employee's ability to perform the duties of the job. In compliance with the Montana Veteran's Employment Preference Act, Montana Tech provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans.

To request assistance with the application process, or an accommodation for the interview, please contact Cathy Isakson at 406-496-4380 or email her at [email protected].

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All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at Montana Tech, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9). Montana Tech will require proof of authorization to work in the United States before final hiring.

Further, based on the September 19, 2025, Presidential Proclamation and accompanying guidance from the USCIS and Dept. of State, the University may not be able to offer H-1B sponsorship. Particularly the University is not able to pay the $100,000 payment accompanying new H-1B visa petitions

Why Work at Tech?

Help meet the changing needs of society by providing a transformative student experience by helping develop leaders for tomorrow by advancing science, engineering and technology.

Benefits Package

In addition, Montana Tech offers an attractive benefits package* which includes:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with low deductibles and comprehensive coverage.
Generous employer contribution toward monthly health care benefits worth $6.08 per hour.
5.9% retirement employer contribution for eligible employees
11 Holidays per year
3 weeks of Annual Leave to start
Generous sick leave policy that can be used for sick children, doctor and dentist appointments as well as bereavement.
6 credits of coursework free per year (fees not included)
Life and Disability Insurance
Reduced tuition for dependents after 4 months of employment for eligible employees
Employee Assistance and a Wellness Program
Optional Retirement Plan for eligible employees
Possible remote work days with supervisor approval and eligible positions.

*Benefits are dependent on type of position and terms and conditions of eligibility.

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Chief AI Officer

Butte, MT

Full Time

Academic Affairs

Experienced

Chief AI Officer
Academic Affairs
Full-Time

Montana Technological University provides a comprehensive benefits package for all eligible positions that includes health, dental and vision insurance, mandatory retirement plan with employer contribution, partial tuition waiver, and a wellness program.
Applications received by June 12^th, will be guaranteed full review and consideration. Applications received after that date may be considered until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

DUTIES:
INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY

Strategic Leadership and AI Governance
Provide leadership for the development and implementation of a campus-wide framework for responsible AI adoption.
Coordinate the evolution of the campus AI Working Group into a sustainable advisory or steering structure focused on policy, risk, innovation, professional development, and institutional priorities.
Develop and refine practical guidance on AI use, including expectations related to academic integrity, data privacy, human oversight, transparency, model evaluation, and appropriate use of third-party tools.
Collaborate with Information Technology, Academic Affairs, faculty governance, student support units, and administrative offices to establish safe and responsible boundaries for AI use involving student records, employee information, research data, intellectual property, and other sensitive materials.
Represent Montana Tech in Montana University System and state-level conversations related to AI governance, academic innovation, and responsible technology adoption.
Academic Innovation, Teaching, and Learning Assurance
Work with faculty, academic departments, and the Center for Academic Innovation to support responsible and effective uses of AI in teaching and learning.
Develop faculty-facing resources, workshops, syllabus guidance, assignment models, and assessment strategies that move beyond plagiarism policing toward learning assurance, critical thinking, transparent student use, and authentic demonstration of knowledge.
Design and co-teach one 3-credit Leadership in STEM course each semester, with emphasis on ethical leadership, communication, technological change, responsible innovation, and applied problem-solving in science, engineering, and professional contexts.
Support responsible experimentation with AI-assisted instruction, student support tools, hybrid learning models, alternative credentials, accessibility practices, and other instructional innovations.
Help ensure that AI adoption strengthens student learning and intellectual development rather than replacing the cognitive work central to higher education.
Administrative and Operational Enablement
Partner with administrative and academic units to identify practical opportunities for AI-supported workflow improvement.
Evaluate potential pilot projects in areas such as scheduling, document review, transcript evaluation, internal knowledge management, communications, reporting, and routine administrative processes.
Work with Information Technology and relevant offices to identify and mitigate risks associated with unvetted AI tools, including privacy concerns, data leakage, uneven access, vendor dependency, and “shadow AI” use.
Support the development of human-in-the-loop workflows that reduce routine burdens while preserving accountability, due process, accessibility, and sound professional judgment.
Communication, Training, and Campus Engagement
Translate complex technical, ethical, legal, and pedagogical issues into clear guidance for faculty, staff, students, and campus leaders.
Develop or coordinate campus AI training materials, resource guides, FAQs, policy summaries, and best-practice examples.
Support the creation and maintenance of an accessible campus AI resource hub or equivalent knowledge infrastructure.
Promote a culture of shared inquiry, responsible experimentation, and continuous improvement around AI use.
Research and External Context
Support the Research Office and interested faculty in identifying opportunities where responsible AI governance, human-centered design, data ethics, or educational innovation may strengthen grant proposals and interdisciplinary initiatives.
Monitor regional, state, national, and international developments in AI policy, technology governance, workforce transformation, and higher education practice.
Help position Montana Tech as a thoughtful regional leader in responsible AI adoption aligned with its strengths in engineering, science, technology, energy, natural resources, health, business, and professional education.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Master’s degree in a relevant field, including but not limited to technical communication, communication, information science, computer science, public policy, instructional design, education, humanities, social sciences, ethics, or a related STEM or professional field.
Seven to ten years of progressively responsible experience in one or more of the following areas: academic leadership, technology adoption, digital systems, instructional innovation, organizational change, professional ethics, policy development, program administration, or institutional governance.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively across multiple stakeholder groups, including faculty, students, staff, administrators, technical professionals, and external partners.
Strong record of translating complex technical, ethical, or institutional issues into clear, practical guidance for diverse audiences.
Working knowledge of responsible AI principles, data stewardship, privacy concerns, academic integrity challenges, or risk-based governance frameworks.
Evidence of collaborative leadership, sound judgment, inclusive practice, and the ability to build trust in complex institutional environments.
Commitment to student learning, academic integrity, responsible innovation, and the mission of a public STEM-focused university.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Ph.D., terminal degree, or equivalent advanced professional preparation in a relevant field.
Experience as an academic administrator, department head, program director, faculty senate leader, center director, or chair of a multi-stakeholder institutional body.
Experience developing or teaching courses in leadership, ethics, communication, technology, engineering education, professional practice, or related areas.
Experience developing professional development, academic programs, instructional technology initiatives, ethics curricula, or institution-wide learning resources.
Background in user-centered design, human-computer interaction, information architecture, usability, technical communication, visual communication, or public-facing digital systems.
Familiarity with frameworks such as the NIST AI Risk Management Framework, FERPA, academic integrity standards, responsible innovation models, or emerging AI governance practices.
Experience identifying, designing, or evaluating practical pilot projects that improve institutional workflows while managing risk.

For full consideration application materials must be complete.
Please include:

Cover letter addressing qualifications,
Resume
Contact information for 3 professional references.

Application Requirements

For full consideration application materials must be complete.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Montana Tech is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. As such, the University does not discriminate in the admission, access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, creed, service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law), veteran status, gender, age, political beliefs, marital or family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation or preference. In support of the University's mission to be inclusive and diverse, applications from qualified minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged. Montana Tech makes accommodation for any known disability that may interfere with an applicant's ability to compete in the hiring process or an employee's ability to perform the duties of the job. In compliance with the Montana Veteran's Employment Preference Act, Montana Tech provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans.

Employment Eligibility: All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at Montana Tech as legally required (e.g., Form I-9). Montana Tech will require proof of authorization to work in the United States before final hiring.

Further, based on the September 19, 2025, Presidential Proclamation and accompanying guidance from the USCIS and Dept. of State, the University may not be able to offer H-1B sponsorship. Particularly the University is not able to pay the $100,000 payment accompanying new H-1B visa petitions.

Veterans Employment Preference

To claim veteran's preference please complete the employment (veteran's) preference form located on the employment page and email to humanresources@mtech.edu. You must include the job title of the position in which you are applying.

Download Employment (Veteran's) Preference Form (PDF)

Request an Accommodation

To request an accommodation for the application or interview, please contact Cathy Isakson at 406-496-4380 or email cisakson@mtech.edu

Why Work at Tech?

Help meet the changing needs of society by providing a transformative student experience by helping develop leaders for tomorrow by advancing science, engineering and technology.

Benefits Package

In addition, Montana Tech offers an attractive benefits package* which includes:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with low deductibles and comprehensive coverage.
Generous employer contribution toward monthly health care benefits worth $6.08 per hour.
5.9% retirement employer contribution for eligible employees
11 Holidays per year
3 weeks of Annual Leave to start
Generous sick leave policy that can be used for sick children, doctor and dentist appointments as well as bereavement.
6 credits of coursework free per year (fees not included)
Life and Disability Insurance
Reduced tuition for dependents after 4 months of employment for eligible employees
Employee Assistance and a Wellness Program
Optional Retirement Plan for eligible employees
Possible remote work days with supervisor approval and eligible positions.

*Benefits are dependent on position type and terms and conditions of eligibility.

About Montana Tech

Montana Technological University, Butte Montana, is nestled in the Heart of the Rocky Mountains along the Continental Divide, where I-15 and I-90 intersect. We are home to the largest National Historic District in the country. Montana Tech is a special focus institution with a reputation for excellence and value. Montana Tech is ranked #1 in the nation by CollegeNET.

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Do you have a strong record of translating complex technical, ethical, or institutional issues into clear, practical guidance for diverse audiences?*

Do you have working knowledge of responsible AI principles, data stewardship, privacy concerns, academic integrity challenges, or risk-based governance frameworks?*

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Do you have experience developing or teaching courses in leadership, ethics, communication, technology, engineering education, professional practice, or related areas?*

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Do you have a background in user-centered design, human-computer interaction, information architecture, usability, technical communication, visual communication, or public-facing digital systems?*

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