Chief Technology Officer #W5400

Title: Chief Technology Officer #W5400

State Role Title:Info Technology Manager III

Hiring Range: Up to $250000 (commensurate with experience)

Pay Band: 8

Agency: Department of Social Services

Location:DSS HOME OFFICE

Agency Website: Type: State Employee Only - E

Job Duties

At the Virginia Department of Social Services we put people at the center of everything we do. We believe that every Virginian can live a life of dignity and that all voices ideas and experiences contribute greatly to our pursuit of excellence. Inspired by continuous improvement we commit ourselves to listening learning and cultivating environments of trust respect and positive engagement. Together we are mission-driven eager to achieve and passionate about bringing the best of who we are to those we serve.

We design and deliver high-quality human services that help Virginians achieve safety independence and overall well-being. We are a $2 billion agency one of the largest in the Commonwealth of Virginia partnering with 120 local departments of social services and 31 community action agencies along with faith-based and non-profit organizations to promote the well-being of children adults and families statewide. We proudly serve alongside 1650 (state) and 12200 (local) human services professionals throughout the Social Services System who ensure that thousands of Virginias most vulnerable citizens have easy access to the services and benefits available to them.

The Virginia Department of Social Services has an exciting opportunity to join our team as the Chief Technology Officer!!

The Chief Technology Officer (CTO) reports to the Deputy Commissioner of Policy and Administration and leads and oversees the strategic vision planning development and execution of technology strategies for the Virginia Department of Social Services. The CTO is responsible for assessing the needs of and strengthening partnerships between the agencys Technology Services Division Local Departments of Social Services vendors external technology providers and other internal and external stakeholders. The CTO ensures that the agencys technology vision strategy and resources are aligned with the agencys organizational goals. This is a key executive position that advises and collaborates with executive leaders on the agencys technology and major technology issues and identifies evaluates and recommends new technologies tools and resources to enhance both customer-facing and internal platforms.

The Chief Technology Officer (CTO) will provide direct support to the Deputy Commissioner of Policy and Administration Executive Team Technology Services Division Leadership Local Departments of Social Services partners and other stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications

Extensive Information Technology knowledge and experience to include experience in a senior-level IT leadership role leading and managing large scale projects and budgets while working with Executive leadership and stakeholders to provide oversight and management to IT and project teams.
Experience in developing and executing technology strategies in complex organizational environments by navigating multiple stakeholder groups decision making processes and contributing factors including timelines fiscal impacts risk and potential outcomes.
Leadership experience in leading change driving results and leading people ideally through the transition of legacy systems to modern solutions performance management and cultural transformation.

KSAs and/or Competencies required to successfully perform the work:
Strong understanding of databases software development machine learning cloud computing and user experience design.
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement complex strategic technology initiatives that align with organizational goals.
Strong knowledge of technology trends industry best practices and technology innovations.
Excellent leadership team building and management skills.
Exceptional project management and organization skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with senior-level leadership cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.

Leading Change - The ability to bring about strategic change both within and outside the organization to meet organizational goals. Inherent to this leadership competency is the ability to establish a direction for the division and to implement it in a continuously changing environment.

Leading People - The ability to lead people toward meeting the organizations vision mission and goals. Inherent to this leadership competency is the ability to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others facilitates cooperation and teamwork and supports constructive resolution of conflicts.

Results Driven - The ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations. Inherent to this leadership competency is the ability to make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying functional and technical knowledge analyzing problems and calculating risks.

Business Acumen - The ability to manage human financial and information resources strategically.

Building Coalitions - The ability to build coalitions internally and with other Federal agencies State and local governments or nonprofit and private sector organizations to achieve common goals.

Additional Considerations

Commonwealth of Virginia IT leadership experience.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

The selected candidate is required to file a Statement of Economic Interests form pursuant to the Code of Virginia 2.2-3114 as a condition of employment. The filing must be completed on or before the first day of employment and annually thereafter on or before February 1. The selected candidate is required to complete the Statement of Economic Interest training within 2-months of becoming a state filer and at least once during each consecutive period of two calendar years commencing on the first odd-numbered year thereafter. For more information please visit candidate(s) must successfully pass a fingerprint-based criminal history background check. A record of criminal history does not automatically bar an applicant from consideration. Employment verification will be conducted to include current/previous supervisory employment reference checks.

VDSS will record information from each new employees Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

To be considered for this position you must submit a Commonwealth of Virginia application or resume through the on-line Virginia Jobs (PageUp) employment site no later than 11:55 p.m. on the closing date listed. Each application is reviewed for documentation that shows the applicant meets the minimum and additional considerations as stated in the job announcement. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided. Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment within 90 days of the closing date.

In addition to a rewarding work experience VDSS offers excellent health and life insurance benefits pre-tax spending accounts state funded Short and Long Term Disability paid holidays vacation tuition assistance free wellness programs and a state retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings including employer matching Employee Benefits.

The Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages diversity within its workforce.

VDSS does not provide sponsorship.

VDSS is an official certified state agency that values the service and experience of our Veterans. As such Veterans are encouraged to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps Peace Corps and other national service alumni also are encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available to applicants if requested during the application and/or interview process.

If you have been affected by Policy 1.30 Layoff as a state employee and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Card (Blue Card) you must submit this document through the Virginia Jobs (PageUp) employment site when you apply.

Contact Information

Name: VDSS Division of Human Resources

Phone:

Email:

In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at .

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1 2022- February 29 2024 can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.