DTI Team Director This position is EXEMPT from the State of Delaware Merit System

Delaware LLC; Delaware; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement benefits

Deferred compensation

Training and development programs

Paid leave & holidays

Flexible spending

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Accident & critical illness insurance

Job summary

State of Delaware seeks a Director of ERP to manage the ERP teams across multiple systems, including Workday, Oracle ERP, PeopleSoft and SAP. You will drive implementation plans, resource planning and strategic IT leadership for enterprise applications in a government environment.

The role demands 5+ years leading technical teams, strong analytical and communication skills, and a proven ability to deliver complex ERP projects on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• ERP experience with leading technical teams is required.
• Strong strategic planning and project management skills are essential.
• Ability to work with cross-functional partners and senior management.

Responsibilities

• Provide ERP team leadership and align objectives with state needs.
• Develop implementation plans, resource estimates and schedules.
• Ensure on-time, on-budget delivery of ERP initiatives.
• Lead in policy, governance, and enterprise technology strategy.

Skills

ERP systems

Leadership

Strategic planning

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Workday

Oracle ERP

PeopleSoft

SAP

Job description

Introduction

Looking for a rewarding career in the fast-paced technology industry? Look no further! The Department of Technology & Information (DTI) is Delaware’s central IT organization committed to providing technology services and collaborative solutions for Delaware while working to improve the lives of Delawareans through advanced technologies that innovate government services.

Employment with DTI is an opportunity to work in a collaborative environment that offers opportunities for professional development. DTI employees have the chance to work with "best in class IT companies" offering our employees experience operating with some of the most talented in their field.

In addition to recruiting and retaining the best and brightest, DTI acknowledges and values the diversity of our employees. DTI recognizes that fostering a diverse workforce provides remarkable benefits in terms of innovative thinking, increased collection of skills and experiences, greater teamwork, and higher morale.

To learn more visit DTI’s Website at https://dti.delaware.gov/

DTI offers a robust hybrid work policy for employees whose job duties are conducive to working remotely.

Summary Statement

Department of Technology and Information Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Team Director will manage a technical team and participate in design, development, implementation and post implementation support and upgrades of ERP systems.

Primary responsibilities include the management of ERP technical leads and programmers, development of implementation plan, resource planning and schedule definition and includes overall strategic and technical leadership of ERP technical teams in an Information Technology environment, which focuses on strategic innovation, enterprise technologies, infrastructure, security, policies and procedures. Position is responsible for providing leadership and expertise in the development, implementation and management of DTI’s ERP initiatives in support of the State of Delaware’s ERP programs.

Position promotes leading-edge thinking and develops innovative and best practice IT strategies that are aligned with business and government practices. Inspires and motivates staff by being a catalyst for visionary technology, creative problem solving, solution generation, implementation and teamwork. Areas of responsibility is primarily on the technical aspects (reports, interfaces, data conversions, extensions, application security, and application/database administration) of multiple legacy and cloud ERP applications including PeopleSoft, eStar, and Workday. Some involvement will occur with other DTI teams supporting the statewide network, systems and State security, risk management, engineering, application of new and innovative technologies, data management, project management, application development/support, and/or database management.

This position requires mastery of multiple disciplines in the technology field. Beyond technical acumen, the position demands in-depth knowledge and application of professional, leadership techniques, practices and theories. This senior level position is responsible for the full life cycle of enterprise-wide hardware and software solutions and will assist in formulating and administering policies and procedures, including implementing long-range goals and objectives.

The position requires high expectations of accomplishment and extraordinary strategic business and industry knowledge, ambition, talent, and people skills.

This position will report to the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) on the Senior Management team.

Position is responsible for the leadership of the ERP technical project teams engaged in ERP projects and systems.

Candidate must be able to effectively supervise ERP technical leads and ERP programmers and co-ordinate with database administrators and other technical and functional people.

Candidate must be able to effectively supervise varying classifications of employees, including other management level personnel.

Preferred Qualification

Applicants who do not possess the preferred qualification will still be eligible to compete for this position if job requirements are met:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred, with emphasis in Computer Science, Information Systems, Telecommunications, Security Operations, Management Science, or a related field. Equivalent experience will be considered.

Essential Functions

Essential Job Functions for DTI Team Director

Provide ERP technical team leadership in the establishment and meeting of highly technical, critical, strategic objectives. Envision the future needs of the State and develop innovated, sustainable and secured solutions. Evaluate the merits of new customer requests and emerging technologies. Balance business objectives, technology, and internal resources against fiscal constraints and cyber risk

Continually expand the ERP functionality, dependability and security of enterprise services through leadership and practice. Maintain a broad and deep understanding of DTI enterprise technologies including the constantly changing landscape of trends and development.

Responsible for the quality of all products and services developed and managed by the ERP team. Ensure that projects are brought in on time and on budget. Provide regular reports on project status, risks, time and competencies. Ensure that the team members are fulfilling their responsibilities in achieving milestones, following defined processes, and meeting deliverables.

Manage the changing needs or all branches of government, education and the constituency. Reduce the State’s dependency on costly and unpredictable private services. Provide leadership in the establishment and meeting of Statewide objectives through the use of technology, improved process and innovative thinking.

Job Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of working with ERP systems and applications such as Workday, Oracle ERP, PeopleSoft, SAP, or similar financial and human resource systems.
• Minimum of 5 years leading technical teams of 5 or more people.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, analyze and decide among alternative solutions to current and anticipated IT needs. Strong analytical skills, with particular emphasis on identifying creative solutions to IT problems within applicable constraints.
• Demonstrated experience in strategic planning and project management. Ability to work with customers and key partners and lead cross-functional teams.
• General experience that provides strong knowledge of the principles of organization, management, budget and administration.
• Demonstrated self-starter, able to work effectively with minimal supervision, good judgment in when and how to engage other parties, especially senior management.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.

The candidate must be able to work independently in accordance with his/her performance plan with minimal supervision and report to the Chief Technology Officer (CTO). In most cases, the Director will develop strategy and drive directives but will communicate regularly with Senior Management and State Chief Information Officer. Position requires supporting senior leadership and/or acting as interim Senior Team member at times when they are unavailable.

Additional Posting Information

The State of Delaware recognizes the value of telework and flexible working schedules. This position is eligible for Telework and Alternative Work Schedules according to the State of Delaware’s Alternative Work Arrangement Policy. More information will be shared at the time of interview.

Candidate is accountable directly to the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) on the Senior Management Team.

Conditions of Hire

• Pre‑employment Drug Testing: Upon a conditional offer, you must undergo pre‑employment drug testing as part of the hiring process.
• Criminal background check: A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire. The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.
• All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E‑Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.

Benefits

• Health Benefits, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance
• Disability Insurance, Group Universal Life Insurance
• Retirement Benefits, Deferred Compensation
• Training and Development Programs
• Paid Leave, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, Alternative Work Schedules
• Flexible Spending, Pre‑Tax Commuter Benefits, Accident and Critical Illness Insurance

Visit Statewide Benefits for more information!

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.

Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling (800) 232‑5470 or by visiting delawarerelay.com .

If you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call (302) 739‑5458 or email [e-mail] .

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

Selection Plan

Ongoing Application Review