Chief Information Officer - Information & Technology Department

Salary Negotiable

**Open Until Filled**

The Chief Information Officer (CIO) position of Escambia County reports directly to the County Administrator. The CIO will set the County’s IT strategy and ensure that all systems necessary to support the County’s operations and objectives are in place. The CIO will also ensure that information technology is reliable, responsive, and delivers results that make a difference

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Sets objectives and strategies for the IT department

Selects and implements suitable technology to streamline all internal operations and help optimize their strategic benefits

Designs and customizes technological systems and platforms to improve customer experience

Plans the implementation of new systems and provide guidance to IT professionals and other staff within the organization

Approves purchases of technological equipment and software and establish partnerships with IT providers

Oversees the technological infrastructure (networks and computer systems) in the organization to ensure optimal performance

Directs and organizes IT-related projects

Monitors changes or advancements in technology to discover ways the company can gain competitive advantage

Analyzes the costs, value, and risks of information technology to advise management and suggest actions

Supervises staff to include: prioritizing and assigning work; conducting performance evaluations; ensuring staff are trained; ensuring that employees follow policies and procedures; maintaining a healthy and safe working environment; and, making hiring, termination, and disciplinary recommendations

Directs the activities of a department, which includes planning, coordinating, administering, and evaluating programs, projects, processes, procedures, systems, standards, and/or service offerings; ensures compliance with Federal, State, and Local laws, regulations, codes, and/or standards

Serves on a variety of internal and external committees, task forces, and other agency committees to secure advocacy and influence support for programs and ideals. Initiates collaboration with internal departments and other organizations to promote organizational effectiveness, awareness, and public relations

Provides administrative assistance to the higher level administrators; develops complex reports and correspondence

Responds to requests for information and provides subject-matter-expert guidance to other departments, and/or outside agencies

Evaluates and communicates the impact of potential legal or regulatory changes on the organization

Develops and administers budgets; approves expenditures; reviews financial statements; manages financial operations

Performs other duties of a similar nature or level

TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualification Requirements:

Training and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Science, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field and seven years of management experience in area of specialty; or, a combination of education and experience equivalent to these requirements

Licenses and Certifications:
Valid driver's license from state of residence

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Public or Business Administration or directly related field

Certified Public Manager

Project Management Professional

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics (KSAOs):

knowledge of IT systems and infrastructure

designing/developing IT systems and planning IT implementation

solid understanding of data analysis, budgeting, and business operations

superior analytical and problem-solving capabilities

a strong strategic and business mindset

excellent organizational and leadership skills

outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities

applicable federal, state, local laws, rules, regulations, codes, and/or statutes

public administration principles
advanced theories and principles related to area of assignment
developing, implementing, and applying policies and procedures
developing and implementing strategic plans
program development and implementation principles
supervision and evaluating management level staff
prioritizing and assigning work
using a computer and related software applications
interpreting and applying applicable laws, rules, and regulations
developing, evaluating, recommending, and implementing processes and procedures
directing and managing change and sensitive topics
solving problems
managing and executing multiple tasks
analyzing complex information; processes, and making recommendations for improvement
reading, comprehending, and reviewing financial information

making program decisions based on financial and other considerations
adapting to rapidly changing environments
mediating conflict
conducting negotiations

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

County-wide Employee Responsibilities:
All Escambia County BCC employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Escambia County BCC's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.

All Escambia County BCC employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.

Emergency Management Responsibilities:
During emergency conditions, the incumbent of this position will automatically be considered an emergency service worker. This employee is subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situations and is expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.

Physical Requirements:
Positions in this class typically require talking, hearing, seeing, finger and hand dexterity, and repetitive motions. Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits frequently during the day, the job is rated for Light Work.

Incumbents may be subjected to travel