Chief Information Officer
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ABOUT THE POSITION
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Are you a visionary leader ready to shape the future of technology in one of Californias largest and most innovative counties At County of Riverside we are committed to enhancing the lives of our residents through innovative technologydriven solutions. We are seeking a dynamic resultsdriven Chief Information Officer (CIO) to lead our IT department through a rapidly evolving landscape.
The Riverside County Information Technology RCIT department serves as the strategic technology partner for Riverside County delivering essential IT services that drive innovation security and efficiency across County operations. From critical network infrastructure and cyber security to enterprise applications and field support RCIT provides the backbone that enables departments to serve the community effectively. This vital role oversees the IT services provided to 26 departments and supports the mission critical IT services countywide. The CIO will be responsible for the strategic direction management and optimization of the Countys technology systems while fostering collaboration and innovation across departments.This position reports to the County Executive Office through the Assistant County Executive Officer for the Internal Services Portfolio. The CIO will have overall responsibility for the oversight of more than 360 employees and a budget of over $120 million. RCITs scope of operations is both broad and complex. The Department manages a network of almost 1500 routers and switches and supports 220 applications over 1600 databases and almost 2000 GIS web maps. To carry out this work RCIT is organized into specialized units: Business Administrative Services Business Relationships Division Converged Communications Bureau Enterprise Applications Bureau Technology Services Bureau Information Security Office and RivCo TV.The CIO is a politically savvy leader committed to fostering strong relationships with managed and nonmanaged departments adapting to evolving operational demands across departments. This role requires the ability to effectively seek and apply industry best practices to achieve the desired outcomes straddling the line between innovation and security. A key challenge will be managing and reducing Internal Service Fund (ISF) costs related to countywide services all while maintaining exceptional service delivery and staying current with technological advancements. In addition it will be important to keep abreast of changing technology and proactively appraise County leadership of beneficial and prudent technological advancements. As our new CIO you will play a critical role in leading several major IT initiatives currently underway and those on the horizon such as the Windows 11 upgrade data center relocation MPLS network upgrade .GOV migration Integrated Services Delivery (ISD) and hybrid cloud expansion.The CIO will lead by example demonstrating how to balance the delivery of timely highquality projects with creating a fun and engaging work environment. They will understand and respect the organizations culture inspiring and motivating teams to collaborate and perform at their best. The successful candidate for the CIO position will enjoy building relationships elevating services and communicating effectively with a wide range of stakeholders in a fastpaced forwardthinking government IT department. In addition the successful candidate will be a strategic and innovative thinker with a keen understanding and ability to balance countywide infrastructure and technology needs with the individual priorities and concerns of County departments. Ideally the successful candidate will have a career history serving government entities of similar size and complexity and an understanding of the fiscal responsibility to utilize taxpayer dollars as effectively as possible. If you have a passion for providing stellar customer service and identifying applications for emerging technology while maintaining the security efficiency and resiliency of systems we encourage you to join this dedicated team and make a meaningful impact. Your leadership can drive the continued innovation and operational efficiency in a dynamic public sector environment.EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Lead the Riverside County Information Technology department (RCIT) with an eye toward innovation cost savings and seamless integration of technology across departments.
- Manage a significant IT budget of over $120 million with influence over $200 million while balancing increasing service demands and evolving financial priorities.
- Strategically plan coordinate and direct the operations of the Countys enterprise information systems resources central data processing imaging video and data networks and electronic communications programs.
- Forecast and stay abreast of emerging technologies for use in County government.
- Formulate countywide policy concerning the application utility and feasibility of information systems including tracking state and federal legislation which may influence County information systems policies and procedures.
- Provide information systems and IT support to client County departments.
- Conduct special studies and on behalf of the department make recommendations to the Board of Supervisors on information systems policies and procedures.
- Drive crossdepartmental collaboration and act as a bridge between technology teams and nonmanaged departments.
- Recognize potential and emerging issues generate and evaluate solutions and devise effective courses of action.
- Provide leadership and guidance for security strategies including protection against ransomware and other cyber threats.
- Lead the charge in improving IT infrastructure from data networks to server platforms while fostering a culture of continuous learning.
- Act as a strong advocate for IT initiatives working closely with executive leadership and policymakers to market and promote technology solutions.
- Oversee the continued adoption of cloud technologies ensuring data security scalability and costefficiency.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with other public agencies and government organizations to stay ahead of regulatory trends and technological developments.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelors degree with major coursework in computer science electronic engineering telecommunications business administration or a closely related field. (Additional qualifying experience may substitute for up to two years of the required education on the basis of one year of fulltime experience equaling 30 semester or 45 quarter units). An advanced degree in leadership or a related field is preferred.Experience: Five years of responsible experience in an administrative or staff capacity requiring accountability for planning organizing and implementing information systems. Three years of the required experience must have included managing the design installation operation and maintenance of information systems consisting of two or more of the following: land mobile radio systems microwave systems data networks imaging systems or data information processing systems including server platforms and microcomputers. Two years of this experience must have included supervising subordinate professional or technical/skilled staff.Knowledge of: Organization fiscal management and personnel management; budget preparation and control; principles methods materials and equipment used in electronic communications and data processing systems; State and federal rules and regulations affecting communications and data equipment in a public sector environment; application of statistical methods to management analysis; principles and practices of public finance and governmental accounting; principles of effective supervision.Ability to: Plan organize and direct a comprehensive plan of information services including coordination of communications and data processing facilities within County government and with other agency systems; generate and evaluate alternatives analyze data reach logical conclusions formulate recommendations and institute effective changes; establish and maintain effective working relationships with public officials subordinates general public and staff members of other agencies; speak and write effectively; prepare and present clear and comprehensive reports; design and implement new procedures and evaluation techniques for technical and administrative problems and determine appropriate actions; effectively manage a large staff through subordinate supervisors; read and interpret specifications rules and regulations; deal tactfully and effectively with others.License: Possession of a valid California Drivers License by the start date. The CIO will travel to various locations for meetings and other events.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
- This class has been designated AtWill by the Board of Supervisors in accordance with the provisions provided under Article 6 Section 601E 1 of the County Management Resolution and serves at the pleasure of the Board of Supervisors.This class has been deemed eligible for the Performance Recognition Plan as set forth under Article 3 Section 311(A) of the County Management Resolution.The County of Riverside welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds experiences and perspectives to apply.The initial review of applications will likely occur on April 28 2025. However the posting may close at any time. To be considered please electronically submit your application including resume. Resumes should reflect related work experience as well as details of years and months of positions held.
Applications will be screened based on criteria outlined in this posting. Candidates with the most relevant qualifications will be invited to participate in a formal interview process. Extensive reference and background checks will be completed on the selected candidate.
For questions regarding this recruitment please contact: Karla Medrano ator .
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Veterans Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify upload a copy of your (or your spouses) Member4 Form DD214 indicating dates of service and a copy of your spouses letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans Veterans Preference Policy C3 is available here: Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter upload a copy of any license(s) official/unofficial transcript(s) degrees and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.If your education was completed outside of the United States you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services NACES or Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. AICE.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression marital status ancestry medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics) genetic information or denial of medical and family care leave or any other nonjobrelated factors.PreEmployment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of preemployment requirements including a criminal background investigation which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A preemployment physical examination and background check may be required.Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System all County of Riverside employees except those serving At Will are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding County Resolution or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
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Employment Type
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