Provide executive leadership to the Information Technology Branch and related statewide programs, establishing the department’s data and technology strategy and overseeing all technology project/work initiatives.
Requirements
- Provide leadership and supervision for Information Technology Branch to develop, implement and manage effective and efficient systems and operations to meet current and future statewide information processing needs of the Department.
- Provide primary vision and direction for all IT areas of the Department including application development (web and mobile), data management, data analytics/reporting, Enterprise GIS management, desktop computing, mobile computing, IT service desk, IT field support, communications (radio, video conference, instant message, audiovisual, phones, cellular devices (phones, game cameras, etc.), email, etc.), data center (servers, storage, facility, etc.), network, and IT Security.
- Communicate and collaborate with internal and external customers, vendors, partners, co-workers, etc., through multiple oral and written formats.
- Oversee implementation of Department technology-related policies and procedures.
- Provide customer support services and ensure technology service levels are maintained.
- Oversee procurement and licensing of all computer hardware, software, and technology services.
- Lead identification of opportunities for the appropriate and cost-effective investment of financial resources in IT systems and resources, including staffing, sourcing, purchasing, and in-house development.
- Oversee development and tracking of the IT annual budget, providing direction and guidance on operational and capital expenditures.
- Recruit and select, lead, manage, monitor performance, recognize achievements, and provide appropriate disciplinary actions for staff.
- Foster innovation, prioritizing IT initiatives, and developing IT project/program plans.
- Participate in strategic and operational governance processes of the Department as a member of the Senior Leadership team, Expanded Leadership team, Goal team, and MDC Business & Operations Leadership Team.
- Prepare and present recommendations for Commission Actions.
- Serve on Department strategic initiative teams and working groups.
- Serve on State of Missouri committees related to technology.
- Oversee the review of proposed legislation related to technology and provide fiscal note analysis and recommendations to Department leadership.
- Review public and Department requests for information about programs and coordinates replies.
- Provide guidance and direction to the development and operation of the IT disaster recovery and business continuity site and associated plans.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Compensatory time off
