Municipal IT Director: Strategy, Security & Innovation

City of Champaign; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 161,000 - 226,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Champaign seeks an experienced Information Technologies Director to lead strategic technology efforts that enhance services, strengthen security, and improve the quality of life for residents and businesses.

The role oversees IT systems, supports critical public safety and emergency management, and guides innovation in technology adoption and governance. Strong leadership, collaboration, and a commitment to service are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Public Administration, Management in Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field.
• At least seven (7) years of progressively responsible public sector IT experience, including at least three (3) years in a supervisory or managerial capacity.
• Demonstrated experience leading and developing technical staff and managing multidisciplinary IT teams.
• An equivalent combination of relevant experience and training may be considered.

Responsibilities

• The Information Technology (IT) Director serves as the City Manager’s chief information officer and is responsible for the strategic leadership, administration, security, and delivery of all municipal IT systems and services.
• The IT Director must balance strategic leadership with appropriate operational oversight and engagement in key technology initiatives.
• The ideal candidate is a strategic, collaborative leader who can align technology initiatives with organizational goals while fostering cybersecurity and operational excellence.

Skills

Leading technical staff

Managing multidisciplinary IT teams

Strategic IT planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Public Administration, Management in Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field

Master’s degree in information technology, public administration, management in information systems, cybersecurity, computer science, or related field

Job description

The City of Champaign seeks an experienced Information Technologies Director to lead strategic technology efforts that enhance services, strengthen security, and improve the quality of life for residents and businesses.

The role oversees IT systems, supports critical public safety and emergency management, and guides innovation in technology adoption and governance. Strong leadership, collaboration, and a commitment to service are essential.