IT Director

State of Indiana; Indianapolis (IN); Sur place; USD 97 000 - 118 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision plan

Paid time off

Résumé du poste

State of Indiana is seeking an IT Director for the Department of Child Services in Indianapolis. This onsite role leads all information systems, coordinates with the Indiana Office of Technology, and ensures alignment with enterprise and local platforms.

The position is based at the Indiana Government Center and oversees IT projects end-to-end. The candidate should have 7+ years in IT, strong leadership, budgeting, and vendor management skills, with the ability to work under tight deadlines and

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in Information Technology or a related field.
• Ability to manage complex IT operations within a state agency.
• Ability to negotiate large sums with agencies and vendors.
• Ability to frame issues with policy implications in a technical discipline.
• Ability to delegate, set direction, and manage workflows.
• Ability to provide feedback, guidance, and development.
• Ability to perform essential functions with or without accommodation.

Responsabilités

• Establish current and long-range technology goals aligned with the agency mission.
• Lead policy discussions and planning for the future of IT services.
• Set IT policies, review methods, and specifications to support internal processes.
• Act as liaison between IT and other agency functions.
• Direct supervise or provide direction to IT staff and managers.
• Provide technical guidance and authorization for major plans and procedures.
• Evaluate and select IT hardware and software to support operations.
• Represent the IT division at internal and external events and meetings.
• Participate in budgeting with agency executives for IT.

Connaissances

IT leadership

Govt IT

Policy framing

Negotiation

Delegation

Coaching & feedback

Staff management

Description du poste

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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 Child Services:

Join a group of passionate, dedicated public servants to support one of Indiana’s most critical missions!

The Department of Child Services helps children who are victims of abuse or neglect and strengthens families through services that focus on family support and preservation. We pursue permanency for children and families through reunification, guardianship, and adoption. Our services also encompass foster care, child support, and transitional support for those adjusting to adulthood. Our culture is built upon ourMVPfoundation:

Mission: Champion Indiana’s future by protecting children and strengthening families with compassion and determination.

Vision: Every child in Indiana thrives in a safe, loving, forever home.

Role Overview:

The IT Director manages all information systems, technologies, and activities for DCS. You will also collaborate with the Indiana Office of Technology to ensure DCS systems are syncrhronized with enterprise systems and local platforms.

This is an onsite role that requires office hours at the DCS offices at the Indiana Government Center in Indianapolis, Indiana.

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $107,302.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

A Day in the Life:

Responsibilities include:

• Establish current and long-range technology goals in accordance with the agency mission.
• Lead discussions in the development of agency policy and planning for the future.
• Set policies and procedures, review methods, processes, and specifications of the IT systems to develop strategies.
• Act as a liaison between information systems and other functions of the agency.
• Directly supervise or provide functional direction to Deputy Information Technology Director(s), function manager(s), supervisor(s) and other information technology staff.
• Dispense technical advice, guidance, direction, and authorization to carry out major plans and procedures.
• Analyze high-level business needs and research new technologies to identify and select IT hardware and software products to support internal business processes.
• Represent the agency’s information technology division at events and meetings that are within and outside of state government.
• Participate in the budgeting process with agency executives for the information technology division.
• Oversee IT projects through their entire lifecycle to ensure timely completion and within budget.
• 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.

This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours that 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:

• Thorough knowledge of the organization and management of the state agency’s operations.
• 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.
• Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

A degree is not required. However, at least 7+ years of experience in Information Technology or a related field with experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.

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 benefits package for full-time employees that 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 in 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] .