IT Director

IN Auditor of State; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 97,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Parking

Job summary

Department of Child Services in Indiana seeks an IT Director to manage all information systems and technology initiatives. You will collaborate with the Indiana Office of Technology to synchronize DCS systems with enterprise and local platforms.

This onsite role requires office hours at the Indiana Government Center in Indianapolis, Indiana, with responsibilities spanning policy, budgeting, and staff leadership.

Qualifications

• A degree is not required; 7+ years of IT experience or related field with relevant responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Establish long-range technology goals aligned with agency mission.
• Lead policy development and planning for the future of IT systems.
• Set IT policies, review methods, and select hardware/software strategies.
• Serve as liaison between IT and other agency functions.
• Directly supervise IT staff and provide functional direction.
• Provide technical guidance and authorize major plans and procedures.
• Analyze business needs and evaluate new technologies for internal processes.
• Represent the IT division in internal and external events and meetings.
• Participate in budgeting with agency executives for the IT division.
• Oversee IT projects from initiation to completion within budget and schedule.
• Recruit, onboard, train, and develop staff; manage performance and timelines.

Skills

State government knowledge

Negotiation skills

Policy framing

Communication skills

Delegation

Feedback & coaching

Performance management

Job description

Work for Indiana

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 our MVP foundation:

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.

Purpose: Ignite hope. Cultivate joy.

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.

Salary

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.
• Effective communication skills.
• 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 to 401(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
• Referral Bonus program
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free Parking for most positions
• Free LinkedIn Learning access

Equal Employment Opportunity

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].