City of Aspen, CO - Chief Information Officer
About The Position
The City of Aspen is seeking a forward-thinking, people-focused technology leader to serve as its Chief Information Officer. Reporting to the Administrative Services Director, the CIO provides enterprise leadership for cybersecurity, data, infrastructure, applications, Aspen Community Broadband, and audiovisual services. The CIO will lead implementation of the City’s new technology roadmap and guide Information Technology from a primarily support-focused function to a strategic, customer-focused partner. The role will build on the department’s existing reputation for responsiveness and helpful service, partnering with other City departments to incorporate technology into organizational priorities and advance the City’s Strategic Plan. The City seeks a collaborative communicator, culture champion, and coach who builds trust, develops staff, and models a positive workplace.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in information systems, computer science, public or business administration, or a related field.
- Seven years of progressively responsible enterprise technology experience, including at least three years leading staff, budgets, vendors, operations, and major technology initiatives.
- Demonstrated success establishing technology strategy or governance, improving service delivery, and leading organizational change.
- Experience with or understanding of governmental budgeting, procurement, records, accessibility, and cybersecurity requirements.
- Valid Colorado driver’s license, or ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in information systems, computer science, business administration, public administration, or a related field.
- Leadership experience in local government or another complex, multi-service public organization.
- Success implementing an enterprise technology roadmap, governance model, cybersecurity improvement plan, or cloud modernization effort.
- Relevant credentials such as CGCIO, CISSP, CISM, PMP, ITIL, or comparable certifications.
Responsibilities
- Provide enterprise leadership for cybersecurity, data, infrastructure, applications, Aspen Community Broadband, and audiovisual services.
- Lead implementation of the City’s new technology roadmap.
- Guide Information Technology toward becoming a strategic, customer-focused partner across the organization.
- Partner with City departments to incorporate technology into organizational priorities and advance the City’s Strategic Plan.
- Build trust, develop staff, and model a positive workplace.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
