Job Title: Director, Department of Information Technology and Chief Information Officer (CIO)
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<span id="MainContent_JobTitle">Director, Department of Information Technology and Chief Information Officer (CIO)</span>
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<span id="MainContent_Salary">$144,626 - $175,000, commensurate with experience</span>
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<span id="MainContent_HowtoApply"><p>Applications are submitted online until the position is filled and/or the posting is closed. After reviewing this job announcement, please click on the link at the bottom of the page to apply online. <strong>A resume is required with the application.</strong> Further instructions on submission of documents are available in the online application. <strong>A resume may not be substituted for an application.</strong></p></span>
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<span id="MainContent_MinimumRequirements"><p><strong><u>Preferred Qualifications:</u></strong></p><p>• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Public Administration, Business, or a related field (master’s degree preferred).</p><p>• Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible IT leadership experience, including 5 years in a senior management or CIO role.</p><p>• Experience in a public sector or government environment strongly preferred.</p><p>• Certifications such as a Certified Government CIO (CGCIO), PMP, CISSP, or ITIL are desirable.</p><p>• Demonstrated success in leading digital transformation and enterprise modernization initiatives.</p><p> </p><p>It is the policy of Allegheny County that in order to receive a final offer of employment, candidates must successfully pass a background check, which includes verification of Allegheny County Real Estate Tax status, and drug/medical examinations as required for the position. The pre-employment drug screen must be completed within 48 hours of the acceptance of the conditional offer of employment.</p></span>
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<span id="MainContent_PositionSummary"><br><br><p class="ql-align-justify">Allegheny County is seeking a visionary and strategic leader to serve as the Director of the Department of Information Technology and Chief Information Officer (CIO). Reporting to the County Manager, this executive-level position is responsible for leading the County’s enterprise-wide technology strategy, operations, and innovation. The CIO will drive digital transformation – focusing on how services are delivered, how decisions are made, and how employees work; ensure secure and reliable IT services; and align technology initiatives with the County’s mission to deliver efficient, equitable, and citizen-focused services.</p></span>
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<span id="MainContent_Duties"><br><br><p><strong>Strategic Leadership & Governance</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and implement a county-wide IT strategic plan aligned with organizational goals and public service priorities, including efforts to centralize the County’s IT operations.</li><li>Lead enterprise architecture planning and ensure alignment with emerging technologies and best practices.</li><li>Establish IT governance frameworks to prioritize initiatives, manage risk, and ensure transparency and accountability.</li><li>Advise County leadership on technology trends, opportunities, and risks.</li></ul><p><strong>Customer Service & Stakeholder Engagement</strong></p><ul><li>Serve as a strategic partner to elected officials, department directors, and external agencies.</li><li>Foster a customer-centric culture within the Department of Information Technology.</li><li>Collaborate with County departments to understand business needs and deliver responsive, value-driven IT solutions.</li><li>Promote digital equity and accessibility in public-facing services.</li></ul><p><strong>Infrastructure Operations & Cybersecurity</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of the County’s IT infrastructure, including data centers, networks, cloud services, and end-user computing.</li><li>Ensure high availability, performance, and resilience of critical systems and services.</li><li>Lead the County’s cybersecurity strategy, including risk management, incident response, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.</li><li>Manage vendor relationships and service-level agreements for infrastructure and security services.</li></ul><p><strong>Project & Portfolio Management</strong></p><ul><li>Direct the planning, execution, and oversight of enterprise IT projects to ensure alignment with County priorities, timelines, and budgets.</li><li>Implement portfolio management practices to evaluate, prioritize, and balance IT initiatives based on strategic value, risk, and resource capacity.</li><li>Establish and enforce project management standards, methodologies, and tools to promote consistency, transparency, and accountability.</li><li>Monitor project performance through key performance indicators (KPIs), risk assessments, and regular reporting to County leadership.</li><li>Foster cross-functional collaboration among technical teams, business units, and external partners to ensure successful project delivery and stakeholder satisfaction.</li></ul><p><strong>Innovation</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the County’s digital transformation efforts by identifying and implementing emerging technologies that improve service delivery, efficiency, and accessibility.</li><li>Develop and execute an enterprise innovation strategy that encourages experimentation, cross-departmental collaboration, and continuous improvement.</li><li>Champion the use of data analytics, automation, and AI to enhance decision-making, streamline operations, and deliver proactive public services.</li><li>Establish governance frameworks and ethical guidelines for the responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning technologies.</li><li>Promote a culture of innovation within the Department of Information Technology by supporting pilot programs, proof-of-concept initiatives, and agile development practices.</li></ul><p><strong>Resource Management</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee the development and administration of the department’s operating and capital budgets, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and fiscal responsibility.</li><li>Manage IT procurement processes, vendor relationships, and contract negotiations to maximize value and ensure compliance with County policies.</li><li>Develop workforce strategies to recruit, retain, and develop a diverse, skilled, and future-ready IT team.</li><li>Implement performance management systems to monitor service delivery, optimize resource allocation, and drive accountability.</li><li>Ensure effective asset management, including lifecycle planning for hardware, software, and infrastructure investments.</li></ul></span>
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<span id="MainContent_Skills"><br><br><ul><li>Leadership and change management within a complex, multi-stakeholder environment.</li><li>Interpersonal communication & negotiation.</li></ul></span>
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<span id="MainContent_Abilityto"><br><br><ul><li>Align technology with organizational strategy and public service goals.</li><li>Foster innovation and manage competing priorities in a resource-constrained environment.</li></ul></span>
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