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Fairfax County

Director of Department of Information Technology/Chief Information Officer

Fairfax County, Fairfax, Virginia, United States, 22032


Fairfax County, VA

(pop. 1.2 million) has an exciting opportunity for an experienced and innovative technology leader to direct our nationally recognized technology program, serving as the county's Chief Information Officer (CIO). The CIO shapes the strategic direction for technology services and digital transformation, and provides leadership, direction, oversight, and guidance for the administration, planning, budgeting, operations, and activities of the Department of Information Technology (DIT). With a workforce of over 350 staff, supervising a team of IT program directors, managers, architects, and commercial services, DIT provides all aspects of technology services across all technology disciplines. DIT funding levels are $155M over several operating budgets, and over $75M in the total IT Investment budget plan. Those budgets fuel new technology and digital strategic priorities enterprise-wide, county agencies, and new mandates, as well as $6.5 million in grants supporting regional CIO programs. The CIO is also responsible for IT architecture enabling online digital service to the public in multiple venues, overseeing the development and support of ERP, WEB, CRM, and GIS platforms, and is the steward of county IT assets and access supervising the county IT/Cyber Security office. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative, transformational leader with a strong strategic and business mindset, possessing a proven record of building a high-performing, customer-focused IT environment and efficient IT operations that align with and drive county goals, delivering results. The CIO will foster a public service environment that leverages the creativity and technical expertise of a skilled team, build on a culture of excellence and successes, and create new priorities, models, and opportunities. The successful candidate will possess the following: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a master's degree and major coursework in information technology, computer science, business administration, or a related field; plus ten years of increasingly responsible managerial experience in applying information technology to meet the needs of a government or business organization. The County will consider an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training. Extensive knowledge of information systems analysis, design, construction, integration, operation, security, and maintenance. Knowledge of the principles and practices of process innovation, and re-engineering/redesign; Knowledge of the principles and practices of organization and management. Demonstrated knowledge of the principles and practices of project management, contract management, and vendor relationships. Ability to foster and maintain successful customer relationships and provide quality service. Ability to analyze complex technical data and draw sound conclusions. Ability to organize, plan, and direct a variety of complex technical operations. Ability to present ideas effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to maintain effective working relationships with associates, County officials, and the public. Ability to work with senior management to identify business opportunities and achieve successes through effective employment of technology. Salary and Benefits:

The salary range for this position is $166,966.18 - $292,191.91, depending on qualifications, with a competitive benefits package. Residency is not required. To learn more about Fairfax County and this position please review the brochure

here. Apply online at

www.GovHRjobs.com

with a resume, cover letter, and contact information for five professional references by January 10, 2025.

Confidential

inquiries may be directed to Don Carlsen, Consultant, at 847-380-3240 ext. 152. Fairfax County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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