Ers Chief Technology Officer
Job Location:
Milwaukee, WI - USA
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Job Summary
**THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO CURRENT CITY OF MILWAUKEEEMPLOYEES ONLY**
The Chief Technology Officer (CTO) develops and oversees theEmployes Retirement Systems (ERS) IT policies strategies and investments ensuringalignment with the organizations business strategy and operational functions.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT) IMPLEMENTATION
- Develop and administer IT policies strategies and investments.
- Manage application and architecture development using established development methodologies; oversee the delivery and execution of new and existing applications.
- Lead Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) efforts to drive the timely modernization of hardware (e.g. servers and desktops) commercial off-the-shelf software (COTS) and network devices.
- Oversee risk management and audit organizational IT policy compliance.
- Implement and sustain the Business Continuity Plan remote office site and remote server site.
- Manage IT infrastructure and data center operations to meet ERS Service Level Agreements (SLAs); oversee the maintenance support and optimization of IT infrastructure to sustain reliable and effective operational capabilities.
- Develop and manage multi-year budgets to encompass all aspects of ERS IT responsibilities.
- Provide senior management and the Annuity and Pension Board with updates on the organizations budget strategic initiatives and key priorities.
- Collaborate with peers at other public pension systems to discuss the strategic implications of emerging technologies innovative business solutions and total cost of ownership.
- Lead the planning specification and evaluation of technology-based solutions to support organizational objectives.
LEADERSHIP
- Hire train and oversee supporting teams and contractors in a team-oriented approach.
- Research evaluate and recommend enabling and emerging technologies that improve the experience of members retirees contractors and suppliers when interacting with ERS while optimizing costs.
- Ensure IT users are properly trained to ensure productive use of new and existing systems and technologies.
- Establish and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers and consultants.
- Provide supervision and guidance to IT staff contractors and vendors.
- Manage and oversee staff performance evaluations and professional development.
We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who areinterested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during thehiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of1990 as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA)of 2008.
- Required to file a statement of economic interests in accordance with the Milwaukee Code of Ordinances Chapter 303-Code of Ethics.
- Regular status as a City of Milwaukee employee having successfully completed a probationary period for a civil service position or status as a City of Milwaukee employee in a fixed-term position.
- Bachelors degree in business computer science information systems (emphasis in management information systems) or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.
- Five years of progressively responsible supervisory or management experience in the development implementation and operation of mission-critical IT systems.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may alsobe considered.
NOTICE:Please do not attach your academic transcriptsto your employment application. The hiring department will verify candidateseducation as part of the background screening process before extending any joboffers.
- Experience planning and managing multi-year technology budgets and projects.
TECHNICAL
- Knowledge of information systems including industry standards best practices regulations and emerging technologies.
- Ability to manage large-scale IT projects within established timelines and budgets.
- Ability to analyze and troubleshoot complex system issues.
- Skilled in IT project management methodologies administration for critical systems including application and database tuning configuration upgrades monitoring and ongoing maintenance.
- Ability to utilize standard information systems and technology management tools.
- Ability to read and interpret complex documents such as policies procedures technical publications scopes of work and contracts.
- Technical knowledge of network and PC operating systems including Microsoft Office and virtual servers.
- Ability to develop policies procedures and other internal standards in alignment with departmental objectives.
- Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws.
LEADERSHIP
- Ability to facilitate and promote individual staff accomplishments toward organizational objectives including shared responsibility teamwork and acceptance of change.
- Ability to foster an environment of inclusion wherein all employees are treated respectfully are valued for their strengths and feel that they can safely express themselves.
- Ability to assign duties set performance standards and evaluate staff performance.
- Ability to effectively manage coach and train staff.
- Knowledge of project management practices and principles.
- Ability to develop and implement strategic goals policies and procedures.
INTERPERSONAL AND COMMUNICATION
- Verbal communication and presentation skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to technical and non-technical staff.
- Written communication skills to produce clear and concise business correspondence.
- Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with ERS management Board members elected officials staff and support personnel.
- Ability to work cooperatively and fairly with people whose backgrounds may differ from ones own.
JUDGMENT AND PROFESSIONALISM
- Ability to analyze work in progress to correct errors and redirect efforts.
- Adaptability to evolving requirements and priorities.
- Decision-making skills and sound judgment to aid in choosing appropriate courses of action.
- Organizational skills to plan and accomplish work manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
- Situational awareness and the ability to perform work safely.
- Ability to work with highly sensitive and confidential information including the ability to safeguard all departmental digital assets.
- Honesty integrity and the ability to use City resources responsibly.
The current salary range (Pay Range 1RX) is$156601-$202848annually and the resident incentive salary for City of Milwaukee residentsis$162865-$210962 will be made in accordancewith the provisions of the City of Milwaukee Salary Ordinance.
THE SELECTION PROCESSwill be job-related and willconsist of one or more of the following: an evaluation of related educationexperience and accomplishments an evaluation of written communicationinterviews and/or other assessment methods. The Department of Employee Relationsand the Employes Retirement System reserve the right to call only the mostqualified candidates to proceed in the selection process. Information from theselection process will be used to make a hiring decision. Selected candidateswill be transferred and/or promoted to the position.
INITIAL FILING DATEThe selection process willbe held as soon as practical after the deadline listed above. Receipt ofapplications may be discontinued at any time after this date without priornotice. However recruitment may continue until the Citys needs have been applicant is responsible for attending all phases of the selection processat the time and place designated by the hiring authority.
NOTE:Transfer/Promotional Opportunities andPromotional Examinations are not open to Milwaukee Public Schools employees orto the public. Only current City of Milwaukee employees and civilian personnelin MFD and MPD hired through a City Service Commission process who havesuccessfully passed a probationary period for a Civil Service position or whohave status as a City of Milwaukee employee in a fixed-term position will beconsidered. Individuals with exempt provisional temporary or emergencyappointments are not eligible for transfer.
- Applications can be accessed by you would like assistance completing an application please contact the Department of Employee Relations at
- The Department of Employee Relations is located in City Hall 200EWellsSt Room 706 Milwaukee WI 53202.
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The City of Milwaukee values and encourages diversity and isan equal opportunity employer.
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