Chief Technology Officer
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ABOUT THE POSITION
Riverside County is seeking an accomplished technology executive to serve as its next Chief Technology Officer (CTO). The CTOs responsibility includes overseeing the day-to-day operations of three technical bureaus:Infrastructure & Field Support (TSB) Converged Communications (CCB) and Enterprise Applications (EAB) while driving large-scale enterprise projects from inception to completion. This role is responsible for negotiating strategic vendor partnerships to secure the best possible pricing and contract terms assisting with budget planning and analysis and developing a forward-looking technology strategy for Riverside County. The CTO will create an environment built on trust innovation and collaborationfostering a culture of ownership accountability and continuous partnership with the CIO the CTO will play a critical role in shaping the Countys technology direction and promoting RCIT both within and beyond the organization.
The ideal candidate will be a dynamic leader and polished communicator capable of engaging with department heads executives and stakeholders to build trust influence decisions and align technology initiatives with Countywide goals. We seek a forward-thinking leader who fosters collaboration motivates teams and applies creative problem-solving to complex technology challenges. This is a unique opportunity for an innovative and collaborative leader to influence the future of technology in one of Californias largest countieshelping to ensure that IT services are secure reliable and aligned with the Countys mission to serve its residents.
The Chief Technology Officer class has been designated At-Will by the Board of Supervisors in accordance with the provisions provided under Article 6 Section 601E (2) of the County Management Resolution and serves at the pleasure of the Chief Information Officer.
This class has been deemed eligible for the Performance Recognition Plan as set forth under Article 3 Section 311(B) of the County Management Resolution. Program eligibility requires employees to be in a leadership position manage other employees or programs and have significant influence on the achievement of organizational objectives.
Meet the Team!
The Riverside County Information Technology(RCIT) department provides information technology services to County departments and agencies and is entrusted with managing and safeguarding the Countys enterprise and mission-critical solutions and infrastructure. RCIT is committed to cultivating a collaborative and inclusive culture that fosters best of breed solutions with a focus on problem-solving to deliver quality products and services to our customers.EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Identify new and emerging technologies for use in County government; lead the planning execution and completion of large-scale enterprise technology projects ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.Build strong relationships with County departments executives and external partners; balance competing priorities and service demands through effective communication and service level agreements.Manage relationships with strategic vendors and negotiate favorable pricing contracts and service terms to maximize value for the County.Identify opportunities to leverage AI machine learning generative AI and automation technologies to improve County services.Serve as a member of the IT management team; participate in strategic operational and organizational planning processes; identify operational and organizational problems; formulate and implement solutions; set goals and measure results.Develop and modify policies and procedures; direct the development and implementation of countywide policies and procedures concerning the application utility and feasibility of information technology systems.Assist the CIO in developing and executing a comprehensive technology strategy that aligns with County goals and future technology trends.Create an organizational environment built on trust collaboration and innovation while cultivating a culture of accountability care and ownership.Contribute to budget development financial planning and cost analysis to support IT operations and strategic initiatives.
Prepare a variety of written and oral reports; make presentations to the Board of Supervisors and others. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelors degree preferably with a major in computer science information systems public/business administration or a closely related field to the assignment. (Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on the basis of one year of full-time experience equaling 30 semester or 45 quarter units of education.)
Experience: A minimum of five years in a management position in which three of those years provided operational oversight to a division that included responsibility for setting standards and managing a variety of large and complex technology implementation projects for a major agency or large department.
Knowledge of: Information technology and systems architectures; technology standards and benefits; principles underlying and methods of determining total cost of ownership; current technology marketplace; principles and practices of general and financial management.
Ability to: Manage a large and complex technology infrastructure; manage and track a variety of concurrent complex technology projects to ensure timely and cost-effective completion; keep current on industry standards; recognize problems and identify solutions; analyze and improve departmental policies and procedures; provide strong organizational leadership; promote collaboration and innovation; speak and write effectively; prepare effective professional presentations; present a professional and positive demeanor; prepare monitor and review division/departmental budgets; evaluate the work of others.The Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate will be a well-rounded technology leader with the ability to identify opportunities for technology and security improvements introduce innovative uses of both existing and emerging technologies and design cost-effective solutions that advance Countywide services.Key qualifications include:
- Strong knowledge of enterprise applications (on-premises and cloud-based) and familiarity with cloud operations across private public and hybrid environments
- Experience with disaster recovery planning with an emphasis on leveraging public cloud solutions
- Awareness of emerging trends in AI machine learning generative AI and automation technologies
- Expertise in network applications and infrastructure security
- Ability to bring customers stakeholders and staff together to achieve shared goals
- Working knowledge of VMware VCF Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure
- High-level understanding of VoIP services both on-premises and cloud-hosted
- Strong communication skills with the ability to evangelize and market RCIT services and represent the department alongside the CIO to internal and external stakeholders
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
This recruitment is open to all applicants. Current Riverside County employeesmay receive priority consideration. Recruiter Contact For questions regarding this position please contact Angela Tavaglione at or at .
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) Member-4 Form DD-214 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 C-3 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).
Work Authorization Requirement
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs including H1-B visas and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.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 non-job-related factors.Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment 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.
Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the Apply link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process examinations Veterans preference pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions please refer to our web site .
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