Information Systems Director

State of Indiana; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 84,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans (vision/dental)

Paid leave programs

Education reimbursement

Free parking

LinkedIn Learning access

Job summary

The State of Indiana is hiring an Information Systems Director for the Department of Local Government Finance to lead the IS Division, shape modernization, and ensure compliance with Indiana law. You will oversee software applications, coordinate cross‑departmental efforts, and guide staff through technology updates while aligning with agency priorities.

The role involves budgeting, governance, risk mitigation, and representing the department in the Indiana Gateway portal.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of information technology, information security, information management, project management and business management.
• Ability to bridge technology and business goals to provide productive solutions.
• Broad knowledge of IT disciplines and general business theory.

Responsibilities

• Develop current and long-range technology direction in line with agency goals.
• Set policies, standards, methods and priorities for information systems activities.
• Provide technical guidance and authorize major plans and procedures.
• Analyze new technologies and provide recommendations.
• Improve operations, reduce turnaround times and enhance customer service.
• Monitor budgets and expenditures to meet targets.
• Represent the IT division at events and meetings.
• Participate in budgeting with senior management for IT.
• Review IT/security RFPs to ensure alignment with objectives.
• Recruit, onboard and train staff with ongoing development.
• Set expectations, measure progress, and ensure quality and timeliness.

Skills

Strategic IT leadership

Business-IT alignment

IT governance

Project management

Negotiation with agencies/vendors

Issue framing (policy implications)

People leadership

Performance coaching

Job description

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Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About the Department of Local Government Finance:
The Department of Local Government Finance is responsible for ensuring property tax assessment and local government budgeting are carried out in accordance with Indiana law. The Department is charged with publishing property tax assessment rules and annually reviewing and approving the tax rates and levies of every political subdivision in the state, including all counties, cities, towns, townships, school corporations, libraries, and other entities with tax levy authority.

Role Overview:

This position is responsible for overseeing the Information Systems Division and developing the overall strategy for delivering digital operations for the DLGF. As an outcomes‑focused, strategic leader, this position will lead teams and work with DLGF leadership to ensure continued functionality of all DLGF software applications, ensure updates are made promptly to reflect new legislative requirements, and oversee all technology needs of the agency. The Director also represents DLGF interests in the Indiana Gateway web portal, a tool that collects and provides access to information about how public funds are budgeted and spent by Indiana’s local units of government.

The IS Director will lead the department through a significant technology modernization effort, including defining the modernization vision, aligning it with organizational priorities, and overseeing successful implementation. Responsibilities include evaluating the current legacy system, identifying opportunities for improvement, integrating updated technologies, coordinating cross‑departmental stakeholders, and ensuring continuity of operations throughout the modernization process. The Director will manage project timelines, budgets, and risk mitigation strategies; establish governance and communication frameworks; and guide staff through process changes, skill development, and new technology adoption. This function ensures the department’s technology environment evolves effectively, securely, and sustainably to meet current and future operational needs.

The salary for this position traditionally starts at$93,002.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Develop current and long-range direction of technology in accordance with the direction of the agency.
• Set policies and procedures, technical standards and methods and priorities for information systems activities.
• Dispense technical advice, guidance, direction, and authorization to carry out major plans and procedures.
• Analyze new technologies and make recommendations.
• Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service.
• Monitor time and dollar expenditures to ensure projects and budgets meet established targets
• Represent the agency’s information technology division at events and meetings
• Assist in the budgeting process with agency senior management for the information technology division.
• Coordinates, reviews, analyzes, and makes recommendations related to requests for proposals of information technology/security projects, ensuring that proposals comply with technical specifications and other IT strategic objectives.
• Recruit, select, onboard, and train employees to ensure role responsibilities and expectations are clearly understood while providing opportunities to continue professional development.
• Set expectations, measure progress, provide ongoing feedback, and evaluate the performance of employees. Ensure work adheres to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures.

The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.

What You'll Need for Success:

Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:

• Extensive knowledge of information technology, information security, information management, project management, and/or business management.
• Ability to bridge technology and business goals to provide productive solutions.
• Broad knowledge of all information technology disciplines and general business theory.
• Considerable knowledge of the organization and management of state government.
• Ability to negotiate complex and large sum agreements with other agencies, divisions and outside vendors.
• Ability to frame issues based on the policy implications associated with managing what is otherwise a very technical discipline.
• Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow.
• Ability to effectively give feedback, provide guidance or corrective action, coach, and develop employee skillsets.

A degree is not required. However, at least 5+ years of experience in Computer Science or Information Technology applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.

Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may provide direct supervision for one or more staff members.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
• Deferred compensation 457(b)account (similar to401(k) plan) with employer match
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
  • 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
  • Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Group life insurance
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free Parkingfor most positions
• Free LinkedIn Learningaccess

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at [e-mail] .