Information Services Division Administrator

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for an Information Services Division Administrator. This positions primary focus is to provide leadership vision direction and integrative management for MDTs shared information systems. Responsibilities include oversight of the division department wide IT strategic planning division budget development and administration coordination and integration of IT throughout the department and overall administration of departments computing policies and equipment. This position acts as a liaison between the Department of Transportation and the Department of Administrations State Information Technology Services Division (SITSD) to implement and enforce statewide computing policies and to maintain statewide connectivity. Represents MDT on state boards and committees to ensure that MDTs needs are considered in the formulation of statewide policies and procedures. This position reports to the State Chief Information officer and indirectly reports to the MDT General Operations Manager. This position supervises 3 Bureau Chiefs and the IT Contract Management Specialist.

For a full job description please contact Alycia Gereg at .

Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include:

Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance

Health Dental and Vision Insurance

Access to Montana Health Centers low-cost clinics for state employees and their families

State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)

Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek

Paid vacation sick leave and holidays

Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness

Benefits apply on first day of employment

Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer

For information on the Montana Department of Transportations mission vision and values please visit our website: Application Materials:

A resume detailing your qualifications and work history.

A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing your qualifications for the position.

A full application (experience and education sections) does not need to be completed. Only attach a resume and cover letter.

Your online application and all required materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. Ensure all materials submitted are selected as Relevant.

If you need an accommodation with the application process please contact the HR representative listed below.

Required Education and Experience:

Bachelors degree in Computer Science Computer Technology Information Technology Information Systems or a related field. *An additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

6 years of experience in information systems management including project planning and management business process analysis information technology analysis information system development implementation and documentation.

4 years of supervisory experience.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Extensive knowledge of business management and public administration strategic planning principles analytical methods and technologies budgeting workforce management and state legislative processes.

Proven ability in program management and planning/organizing the work of other staff.

Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Excellent leadership ability to lead and motivate staff within an industry of constant innovation and change.

Ability to manage complex Information Technology projects.

Other Information

The successful candidate must pass a name-based background investigation as a condition of employment.

This position is covered by a VEBA (Voluntary Employee Benefit Association).The successful applicant for this position who is eligible-retirement qualified will be required to participate in the VEBA VEBA group can take part in an annual questions regarding the VEBA can be addressed to Laurie Edwards MDT Human Resources Division 444-6053.

The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women racial and ethnic minorities people with disabilities and veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. People with disabilities needing assistance in the application process or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Human Resources and Occupational Safety Division at 406.444.6054.

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is committed to continuous improvement of our employee safety program and our safety and health processes and to achieving an injury-free workplace.

Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire. Generally sponsorship for work authorization is not available through the State of Montana. MDT is not enrolled in E-Verify and is unable to hire F-1 STEM OPT visa candidates.