Public IT Services Leader – Assistant Director

University of Alabama Libraries; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 234,000; Full time

Job summary

The County of Santa Cruz seeks an experienced Assistant Director of Information Services to join our leadership team. This role shapes technology services, oversees complex IT projects, and drives innovative public service technology.

The ideal candidate blends strategic vision with hands-on execution, guiding enterprise IT operations, cybersecurity, and cross‑department collaboration to improve community services. The position offers a competitive salary and strong public service impact.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to graduation with Degree in Information Management, Public Administration or related field and four years of supervisory or management experience.
• Additional qualifying experience may substitute for a maximum of two years of education.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technology services, oversee complex IT initiatives and projects.
• May serve as Director in the absence of the Information Services Director.
• Collaborate with the Information Services Director and leadership to advance public service technology.

Skills

Enterprise IT operations

Cybersecurity

Modern infrastructure

Technical team leadership

Cross-department collaboration

Strategic IT planning

Education

Degree in Information Management or Public Administration

Job description

The County of Santa Cruz seeks an experienced Assistant Director of Information Services to join our leadership team. This role shapes technology services, oversees complex IT projects, and drives innovative public service technology.

The ideal candidate blends strategic vision with hands-on execution, guiding enterprise IT operations, cybersecurity, and cross‑department collaboration to improve community services. The position offers a competitive salary and strong public service impact.