Assistant Chief Information Officer

San Bernardino County•San Bernardino, CA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Chief Information Officer (ACIO) will report directly to the Chief Information Officer (CIO) and oversee the Office of the CIO, which encompasses the Business Relationship Management, IT Project Management Office, and the Finance and Administration Office of the Innovation Technology Department (ITD). The ACIO will also assist the CIO in administering the operations of ITD and play a critical role in supporting the CIO’s countywide strategic direction, organizational models, and priority setting. The ACIO is an Unclassified position and serves at the pleasure of the appointing authority.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
Four (4) years of current high-level management experience in a large IT environment.
Comprehensive experience in policy development and implementation.
Comprehensive experience in business/strategic planning.
Comprehensive experience in personnel/staff management.
Comprehensive experience in evaluating and implementing technology solutions.
Comprehensive experience in budget preparation and analysis.
Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience will be considered.
Must pass a background investigation, which may include fingerprinting, credit check, and/or medical exam, which may include drug and/or TB testing.
Must make provision for transportation for county travel.
Candidates requiring visa sponsorship will not be considered.

Nice To Haves

Strong leadership abilities.
Deep understanding of current and emerging technologies.
Adaptability to embrace and champion innovation.
Solid grasp of financial management, budgeting, and resource allocation.
Outstanding communication skills.
Ability to influence decision-making processes.
Strategic mindset.
Compelling cover letter.
Comprehensive resume.
Three (3) professional references.

Responsibilities

Oversee the Office of the CIO, including Business Relationship Management, IT Project Management Office, and the Finance and Administration Office of the Innovation Technology Department (ITD).
Assist the CIO in administering the operations of ITD.
Support the CIO’s countywide strategic direction, organizational models, and priority setting.
Manage and advance the County’s IT capabilities in alignment with its broader goals and objectives.
Inspire and guide teams.
Manage projects effectively.
Foster a culture of innovation and collaboration.
Manage financial resources, budgeting, and resource allocation.
Communicate effectively and influence decision-making processes.
Anticipate challenges, foresee future IT trends, and spearhead solutions.