Assistant IT Director - Public Service & Innovation

Sacbar; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 234,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Santa Cruz seeks an experienced Assistant Director of Information Services to join our leadership team. This role shapes the county's technology services, oversees complex initiatives, and drives innovative solutions that serve our community.

The successful candidate will work with the Information Services Director, may serve as Director in their absence, and lead enterprise IT operations with a strong focus on cybersecurity and cross-department collaboration.

Qualifications

• Experience in enterprise IT operations and cybersecurity.
• Ability to lead cross-department projects and teams.
• Strong ability to communicate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Collaborative, adaptable leadership across departments.
• Demonstrates integrity, sound judgment, and commitment to reliable public service tech.
• Proactive problem solver focused on service excellence and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Provide IT leadership to shape technology services for the County.
• Oversee complex IT projects and strategic initiatives across departments.
• Act as Director in absence of Information Services Director and collaborate with leadership.

Skills

Enterprise IT operations

Cybersecurity

Multi-department projects

Technical leadership

Communication to diverse audiences

Service excellence mindset

Education

Information Management degree

Public Administration degree

Job description

County of Santa Cruz seeks an experienced Assistant Director of Information Services to join our leadership team. This role shapes the county's technology services, oversees complex initiatives, and drives innovative solutions that serve our community.

The successful candidate will work with the Information Services Director, may serve as Director in their absence, and lead enterprise IT operations with a strong focus on cybersecurity and cross-department collaboration.