Deputy Director of Information Technology

County Of Albemarle•Charlottesville, VA

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About The Position

The Deputy Director is a critical member of the Director of Information Technology’s team. The Deputy Director is a leadership role and is an empowered representative of the Director. This position requires an individual with a strong technical background, as well as an ability to work across all areas of the organization to align priorities and plans with key business objectives. Provides vision and leadership in developing technology initiatives that support and align with Albemarle County’s strategic plan and administrative initiatives.

Requirements

Extensive knowledge of telecommunications software and hardware
Comprehensive knowledge of all phases of systems analysis, programming and computer operations
Thorough knowledge of and experience with terminology, practices and techniques of strategic planning and project management
Knowledge of modern finance and personnel procedures as related to automated systems
Comprehensive knowledge of comparable computer hardware and software
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with county and school officials, principals, department heads and other key personnel
Ability to determine departmental needs of an information system and formulate an effective program to meet these needs
Ability to write clear and concise reports
Ability to plan and supervise the work of technical personnel
Ability to assess the needs of the organization and plan IT resources in the most effective manner.
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university supplemented by a master's degree in technology or related field
Minimum of seven years supervisory experience, with demonstrated skills in leadership and team building. In addition, a minimum of seven years of professional experience with Information Technology is needed.
Demonstrated experience in IT project management
Possession of a valid driver's license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia. This position is required to drive and must meet eligibility requirements of the County’s safe driver policy

Nice To Haves

Baccalaureate degree from an accredited four-year college/university in computer science, information systems management, business management, or project management supplemented by a master's degree in public administration, planning or business administration, or similar professional development training with an emphasis on leadership skills
Experience with the High Performing Organization framework preferred but not required if experienced with other performance management systems
Certifications such as HDI, A+, Network+, MCP, MCSA, MCSE, ITIL, PMP, PBA, ECBA, CCBA, CBA
Additional experience may be substituted for education

Responsibilities

Oversees the IT Department assistant directors and IT Divisions
Performs complex leadership, supervisory, and management responsibilities for the Department of Information Technology.
Serves as the chief operating officer of the Department and oversees all divisions, programs, and services with a focus on performance, productivity, customer service, quality improvement and staff development
Serves as the acting Director of Information Technology in the Director's absence to represent the department in all matters as needed
Advises the County Executives’ Office, Director of Information Technology and other members of the Organizational Leadership Team on matters related to the work of the Information Technology Department as requested
With the Director, plans and executes the overall management of programs, budget, and activities of the Department of Information Technology
Executes with experience in technology project management and is responsible for planning and overseeing projects to ensure they are completed in a timely fashion and within budget. Plans and designates project resources, prepares budgets, monitors progress, and keeps stakeholders informed the entire way, ensuring this is accomplished within the confines of the County’s Mission, Vision, and Goals
Provides technical consultation to the Director and Enterprise Architecture Council (EAC), serving as lead for the EAC’s Information Technology Consulting Services group and a member of the EAC
Assists in the development and review of the annual comprehensive technology plan for the County, which includes goals and objectives to address, identified County technology needs, and the necessary resources, staffing and training required to support these areas
Collaborates and partners with stakeholders across the County and partner agencies and must be an outstanding communicator in both oral and written forms, conveying technically complex information and concepts in easily understood terms to stakeholders; Prepares and presents to the public, organization, and/or Board of Supervisors as needed
Maintains a strong working knowledge of all technology opportunities at the local, state, and national level, both public and private
Keeps abreast of new knowledge, research, products and services in technology that will benefit Albemarle County Local Government and community
Performs other duties as assigned.