Chief Information Officer

by Strategic Government Resources, Inc.; Aspen (CO); On-site; USD 187,000 - 224,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Aspen invites applications for the role of Chief Information Officer. Reporting to the Administrative Services Director, the CIO will oversee cybersecurity, data, infrastructure, applications, Aspen Community Broadband, and audiovisual services, guiding the technology roadmap and transforming IT into a strategic partner for the City.

The ideal candidate is a people-focused technology leader with strong communication skills who can build staff capability, partner with departments, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information systems, computer science, public or business administration, or related field.
• Seven years of progressively responsible enterprise technology experience, including at least three years leading staff, budgets, vendors, operations, and major technology initiatives.
• Demonstrated success establishing technology strategy or governance, improving service delivery, and leading organizational change.
• Experience with or understanding of governmental budgeting, procurement, records, accessibility, and cybersecurity requirements.
• Valid Colorado driver’s license, or ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Provide enterprise leadership for cybersecurity, data, infrastructure, applications, Aspen Community Broadband, and audiovisual services.
• Lead implementation of the City’s technology roadmap and shift IT from support-focused to a strategic, customer-focused partner.
• Collaborate with City Departments to strategically incorporate technology into organizational priorities.

Skills

Leadership experience

Staff management

Budgeting and vendor management

Governance/strategy development

Cybersecurity awareness

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in information systems, computer science, public or business administration, or a related field

Master’s degree in information systems, computer science, business administration, public administration, or a related field

Colorado driver’s license

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

Are you a forward-thinking leader, ready to transform technology into a strategic partner across the organization? Are you ready to live where others come to visit, while helping one of the world’s most remarkable mountain communities deliver exceptional public service? If so, the City of Aspen invites you to apply to become its next Chief Information Officer.

Reporting to the Administrative Services Director, the Chief Information Officer provides enterprise leadership for the City’s cybersecurity, data, infrastructure, applications, Aspen Community Broadband, and audiovisual services. The CIO will lead implementation of the City’s new technology roadmap and guide Information Technology from a primarily support-focused function to a strategic, customer-focused partner. We’re seeking a proven, people-focused technology leader who is:

• A trusted partner who can deliver technology solutions that advance the City’s Strategic Plan
• A culture champion and coach who builds trust, develops staff, and models a positive workplace
• Customer-focused, collaborative, and an excellent communicator

The current IT Department is recognized as a responsive and helpful department that has made meaningful investments in technology. The new CIO will have the opportunity to build upon this foundation by partnering with other City Departments to strategically incorporate technology into organizational priorities.

Required qualifications include:

• Bachelor’s degree in information systems, computer science, public or business administration, or a related field
• Seven years of progressively responsible enterprise technology experience, including at least three years leading staff, budgets, vendors, operations, and major technology initiatives
• Demonstrated success establishing technology strategy or governance, improving service delivery, and leading organizational change
• Experience with or understanding of governmental budgeting, procurement, records, accessibility, and cybersecurity requirements
• Valid Colorado driver’s license, or ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in information systems, computer science, business administration, public administration, or a related field
• Leadership experience in local government or another complex, multi-service public organization
• Success implementing an enterprise technology roadmap, governance model, cybersecurity improvement plan, or cloud modernization effort
• Relevant credentials such as CGCIO, CISSP, CISM, PMP, ITIL, or comparable certifications

The hiring range for this position is $186,992 – $224,390, depending on qualifications.