Assistant CIO

All answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the work experience/education provided on your civil service application. Attachments will not be considered as part of your application.

Selection devices such as a structured interview proficiency instrument and/or assessment may be required for this position. Applicants must demonstrate proficiency with a passing score of applicable selection device to be considered for this position. Regardless of a passing or failing score all results will be maintained for 6 months. Applicant with a passing score will be retained and utilized for a 6-month period. Applicant with a failing score in the same position may not re-take the same selection device for a 6-month period.

Travel required as needed. Must provide own transportation or in order to operate a state vehicle you must have a valid drivers license.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services activities programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Extensive experience in technology leadership roles 8 years including managing teams and overseeing large-scale track record of implementing technology strategies and driving innovation in alignment with business goals.
• Experience in implementing IT project management frameworks (PMP and ITIL certifications preferred).
• Experience managing enterprise-level technology initiatives and cross-functional teams.
• Understanding of service delivery user experience and stakeholder management.
• Experience in establishing negotiating and managing technology-related contracts and agreements.
• Familiarity with enterprise systems cloud platforms and emerging technologies support family support early care and education programs.
• Strong ability to lead cross-functional teams and collaborate with other communication skills to articulate technical strategies to non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to align technology initiatives with business goals and long-term organizational in budgeting and resource allocation for technology investments.
• Expertise in identifying and addressing challenges and opportunities.

Preferred Experience:Background in supporting health and human services programs such as child welfare family support services and early care and education programs with an understanding of program needs and technology solutions that enhance service delivery.

Educational Background:A bachelors degree in computer science information technology engineering or a related field is required.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39) and as outlined in the posting.

At the State of Ohio we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits visit ourTotal Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off including vacation personal sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth Adoption and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds Public Service Loan Forgiveness and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS STRS SERS and HPRS)&Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

About us

Our mission is to promote positive lifelong outcomes for Ohio youth through early intervention quality education and family support DCY we offer our employees a rewarding work experience in public service helping Ohioans achieve a sustainable lifestyle that includes generous benefit options and a flexible work life balance making our agency a great place to work!To learn more about DCY please visit our website atDepartment of Children and Youth .

Location Requirements

DCYs core hours of operation are Mon-Fri from 8:00am to 5:00pm however daily start/end times may vary based on operational need across DCY divisions. Employees may begin as early as 7:00am & as late as 9:00am based on supervisory approval. This position performs work on-site daily at DCYs office space.

Under administrative direction supports the Chief Information Officer (CIO) in leading IT Business Alignment and Strategy with a focus on advancing agency programs in family support and early care and education. Responsibilities include guiding project management processes and improving the overall enduser experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Partners with program leadership to align governance strategy and processes that advance agency priorities in child welfare early education and related services through effective use of technology.
• Leads strategic enterprise technology planning to support program roadmaps prioritization and achievement of business goals.
• Oversees the IT project management framework requirements development enduser experience and externalfacing systems support help desks.
• Collaborates with IT peers to coordinate technology roadmaps across divisions ensuring cohesive planning and execution.
• Develops and communicates technology strategies goals and plans to leadership staff suppliers customers and stakeholders emphasizing support for program outcomes.
• Establishes and enforces policies and procedures within areas of responsibility ensuring alignment with industry best practices and program requirements.
• Manages annual budgets for purchasing and operations balancing fiscal responsibility with program needs.
• Oversees contracts including establishment negotiation and execution ensuring compliance with agency policies and alignment with program and technology roadmaps.
• Monitors technology trends emerging solutions and developments in other states and at the federal level related to childrens services early education and family support programs. Provides analysis on relevance financial impact and strategic opportunities to ensure alignment with national best practices.
• Engages with business leaders and stakeholders to discuss projects technology issues and opportunities to leverage IT solutions that strengthen program delivery and outcomes. Ensures technology strategies remain responsive to the needs of families children and educators served by the agency.

Supervision

• Supervises assigned staff including assigning work providing direction and feedback participating in hiring decisions setting goals conducting performance evaluations monitoring performance approving leave recommending disciplinary action holding staff meetings and supporting staff development.

Other Duties

• Performs related duties as assigned including attending meetings trainings conferences and workshops; maintaining current knowledge of technology products and solutions; participating in professional networks; preparing administrative reports and correspondence; producing documents using standard office software; and maintaining logs records and files.

Background Check Information

The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicants prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an application from consideration.

Background Check Information

The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicants prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

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