IT Deputy Chief- Business Solutions Development*

San Bernardino County; California (MO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

San Bernardino County is seeking an experienced IT Deputy Chief—Business Solution Development to guide strategic enterprise architecture and technology initiatives within the Innovation and Technology Department. You will lead cross-department collaboration to modernize services, ensure secure-by-design solutions, and drive digital transformation across county departments.

The role requires executive oversight of technology programs, experience managing large IT teams, and a strong background in

Qualifications

• Three (3) years of full-time supervisory or higher-level IT management experience in the last six years.
• Experience with enterprise IT initiatives in applications, GIS, databases, analytics, or AI/ML.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Technology.
• Knowledge of enterprise systems, AI/ML, GIS platforms, and data warehouse strategies.
• Experience defining enterprise solutions and data architecture across departments.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic, technical, and operational leadership within the Innovation and Technology Department.
• Set enterprise solution and application architecture direction and lead implementation of technology strategies.
• Ensure solutions are secure by design, scalable, and sustainable across lifecycles.

Skills

IT leadership

AI/ML

GIS platforms

Data architecture

Enterprise systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT

30 semester units or 45 quarter units

Tools

None

Job description

San Bernardino County is seeking an experienced and innovative IT Deputy Chief- Business Solution Development* to provide strategic, technical, and operational leadership within the Innovation and Technology Department. The IT Deputy Chief- Business Solution Development sets enterprise solution and application architecture direction and leads the development and implementation of enterprise technology strategies that promote innovation, enhance service delivery, and address the evolving technology needs of County departments.

The IT Deputy Chief- Business Solution Development provides executive-level oversight of assigned technology programs and teams, establishes and enforces enterprise architecture and technical design standards and translates organizational priorities into actionable initiatives. This position is accountable for ensuring that solutions are architecturally sound, secure by design, integrated across departmental boundaries, and sustainable across their full lifecycle. This position works closely with executive leadership, County departments, IT divisions, vendors, and other stakeholders to advance digital transformation, modernization, and technology-enabled business solutions.

*Official Title: IT Deputy Chief; for more detailed information, refer to IT Deputy Chief job description.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

The Innovation and Technology Department is San Bernardino County's primary technology service provider entrusted with managing and safeguarding the County’s enterprise mission critical systems and infrastructure. It is our goal to empower the County through innovation and enterprise solutions that promote progress through technology and provide transparency and mobility that enable staff to focus on addressing and resolving issues toward the progress of the County’s mission, ensuring continued success.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS

To review the job-specific benefits, refer to Summary of Benefits and County Exempt Compensation Ordinance.

The County also offers an alternative Modified Benefits Options (MBO) that provides a wage differential.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Pre-Employment Process: Applicants must successfully pass a background check and a job-related physical exam, including a drug test, prior to employment.

Travel: Travel throughout the County may be required and employees will be required to make provisions for such transportation.

Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Candidates must be able to present their legal right to work in the United States.

Candidates MUST possess the required experience AND education in order to qualify.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

Three (3) years of full-time equivalent supervisory or higher-level management experience, within the last six (6) years, managing IT enterprise-level initiatives in applications, GIS, databases, analytics, and/or Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning.

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Thirty (30) semester (45 quarter) units of completed college level coursework from an accredited college or university in computer science, information technology, business administration, public administration, or a closely related field of study. A list of coursework or unofficial transcripts MUST be submitted if a degree has not been conferred.

SUBSTITUTION

Two (2) years of additional qualifying experience may substitute for the required education.

The successful candidate will have the following:

• Completed bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Technology
• 5+ years managing large, diverse IT teams across multiple technological functions
• Knowledge of enterprise systems, AI/ML, GIS platforms, and data warehouse strategies
• Demonstrated experience defining enterprise solutions, integration, or data architecture and serving as a technical design authority across multiple departments or business units
• Experience in government of large public-sector IT organizations
• Strong problem-solving and strategic planning skills

Examination Procedure

There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with DisabilitiesAct (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for allemployees and applicants.

ADA Accommodation

If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF) within one week of the recruitmentfiling deadline.

Veterans' Preference

Eligible veterans, their spouses, or widows/widowers who are not current County employees mayreceive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request thesepoints, please refer to Veterans' Preference Information (Download PDF).

For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process.