Information Technology Officer (Ito)

The Township of Howell is seeking a qualified professional to serve as Information Technology Officer (ITO). Under the direction of the Township Manager the ITO is responsible for planning directing and overseeing the Townships information technology operations infrastructure cybersecurity telecommunications software systems surveillance and access control systems website and social media platforms. The selected candidate works closely with Township departments and the Police Department to ensure technology effectively supports municipal operations and public safety needs. The ITO will oversee IT projects vendors contracts budgets cybersecurity disaster recovery and business continuity planning and compliance with applicable regulations and industry standards. The position also supervises IT staff provides technical support and guidance to employees evaluates emerging technologies and develops strategic technology initiatives. After-hours evening weekend and on-call responsibilities may be required.

Candidates should possess a bachelors degree in Computer Science or a related field or equivalent professional experience. A CGCIO designation is preferred. Candidates should have experience managing IT operations and projects supervising IT personnel and working with networks servers cloud systems municipal software cybersecurity technologies and public safety systems. Municipal government IT experience is highly desirable. A valid New Jersey drivers license is required.

The successful candidate must demonstrate strong leadership communication problem-solving organizational budgeting and project management skills with the ability to work effectively with elected officials department heads employees vendors and the public. This is a full-time exempt position Monday through Friday position for a total of 35 hours per week with a comprehensive medical benefits package. Salary is DOQ $110356 - $148980. The position is open until filled. Interested candidates should visit the Townships website to complete an online application and resume. The Township reserves the right to review applications and conduct interviews as qualified candidates are identified.EOE.

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