Director, Information Technology

Fonction publique de l'Ontario; Toronto; On-site; CAD 105,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

A government organization in Ontario seeks a Director of Information Technology. You will lead IT modernization efforts, manage large-scale projects, and ensure alignment with business goals. Ideal candidates will have extensive IT and leadership experience. This role includes overseeing a team and handling the operational needs of ICT services. Competitive salary and flexible work arrangements offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive compensation and benefits package

Flexible learning and development opportunities

Career growth across ministries

Qualifications

• Proven IT knowledge and experience in a service and experience delivery organization.
• Ability to manage and inspire multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience in project and program management.

Responsibilities

• Set the overall direction for IT and advise leadership on technology initiatives.
• Manage end-to-end large-scale IT projects.
• Ensure technology supports business goals.

Skills

IT expertise

Leadership skills

Program management

Financial management

Communication

Job description

Overview

Apply By: Friday, August 15, 2025 11:59 pm EDT

Competition Status : Application Screening

Approximately 239 individuals applied for this opportunity. We are screening ALL applications received on or before the closing date and rating them against the qualifications outlined in the job ad. Applicants whose resume and cover letter best demonstrate how they meet the qualifications to do the job will be invited to continue in the hiring process. To learn about our recruitment process, visit our Hiring Process.

Organization : Corporate Services / Information Technology

City : Toronto

Job term : 1 Temporary up to 18 months

Job code : M1103B - Information Technology17

Salary : $105,307.00 - $148,429.00 Per year

Please be advised that effective September 17, 2025, the address for this position will be 777 Bay Street, Toronto.

Drive digital transformation at the Ontario Science Centre

Bring your IT expertise and leadership skills to this high-impact role, as we continue our transformation journey towards delivering multi-site and hybrid analog / digital offerings of our programs and exhibits. This is a pivotal moment for the organization as we simultaneously implement this new delivery model and prepare for our upcoming move to Ontario Place.

What you will do

As the Director, Information Technology, you will :

• set the overall direction for IT, including modernization plans, and advise leadership on operational and financial impacts of technology initiatives
• work with executives and management to ensure technology supports business goals and key priorities
• handle day-to-day operational needs, including resolving issues, managing technology needs and purchases, updating information / data management solutions and ensuring compliance with policies
• oversee security of systems, networks and enterprise information, and support with IT security audits and investigations
• manage end-to-end large-scale IT projects
• develop, review and update I&IT policies, standards and guidelines
• manage the IT team and budget, including updating the team's skills and experiences
• act as the first-responder to IT-related emergencies and after hours situations as needed

Please note : the position may require off-site work and after-hours availability to ensure service delivery.

To learn more about the role, team and ask any questions you may have, send an email to the hiring manager at [e-mail].

What you bring to the team

IT knowledge and experience

• you are able to understand I&IT technologies, strategies, trends and offerings to support various deliverables and transformations in a service and experience delivery organization
• you are able to assess user end needs and system functionality to support operational requirements for different business areas
• you are experienced with large enterprise systems and applications that align with business goals, budget targets, and service delivery levels
• you are experienced in IT security, including developing strategies for threat and vulnerability management, tracking and analysis using industry standards
• you are knowledgeable in networking technologies and enterprise I&IT standards to ensure project compliance and integration

Leadership and management competencies

• manage and inspire direct reports and project teams who are technical and multidisciplinary
• communicate effectively to work with all levels, including staff, management and executives, while demonstrating political acuity
• influence, negotiate and collaborate with various groups and across levels on I&IT initiatives

Program and project management knowledge and skills

• experience in project, portfolio and program management with demonstrated knowledge of standards, techniques, methodologies and tools
• experience in managing large, complex, high profile, and high-risk projects through all project phases

Controllership skills

• financial management expertise to develop and maintain complex budgets
• an understanding of procurement policies to support acquisition of I&IT resources, software solutions, hardware and services
• experience in negotiating and managing complex vendor contracts

Don\'t meet every qualification?

If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!

Diversity, inclusion and accessibility

We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.

Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario\'s Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.

Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace :

• diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
• accessibility
• Anti-Racism Policy

What we offer

The Ontario Public Service is one of Ontario\'s largest employers. Employees work for a wide range of ministries, with offices in more than 70 cities across the province. We offer :

• a career that can grow across ministries and job functions
• flexible learning and developmental opportunities, including education and mentorship programs
• a comprehensive compensation and benefits package
• base salary that aligns to market trends with performance-based pay and scheduled salary progression
• tailored work arrangements, including opportunities like flex hours, self-funded leave and more
• a modern, friendly and accessible physical work environment

Additional information :

Apply by : Friday, August 15, 2025 11:59 pm EDT

• 1 English Temporary, duration up to 18 months, 222 Jarvis St, Toronto, Toronto Region

Language requirements and assessment :

All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English / French), you\'ll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.

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