Deputy Director of IT

Franklin County • Union, MO

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About The Position

The Deputy Director of Information Technology supports Franklin County’s technology operations, ensuring secure and efficient IT services for county departments. As part of a dedicated IT team, this role requires both operational (tactical) and strategic coordination of county-wide systems, programs, and initiatives. The Deputy Director of IT assists with the daily operations, troubleshooting, vendor management, and strategic planning for future technology upgrades to the existing infrastructure for County of Franklin

Requirements

• 5-years experience, preferably in a leadership role in local government.
• Bachelors Degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field; OR, equivalent work experience and certificates (CISSP, CISM, PMP, CompTIA Security+, etc)
• Supervises IT Technician
• Supervises IT Interns

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a County Government Organization preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct troubleshooting and technical assistance to county employees and a wide-range of IT support issues.
• Assists the Director of IT in developing and executing the county’s technology strategy, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, security standards, and operational efficiency.
• Laisse as the main point of contact for vendors to implement cost-effective solutions and manage all IT service contracts.
• Lead, manage, and monitor county-wide IT projects, including system upgrades, infrastructure improvements, and software deployments, ensuring timely and budget completion.
• Manages compliance for IT operations with county, state, and federal regulations, cybersecurity standards, and industry best practices for technology management.
• Collaborates on IT budgeting, procurement, and vendor management, negotiating contracts, and monitoring service agreements to optimize cost-effectiveness and service quality.
• Ability to apply a broad understanding of information technology systems – including networking, security, and infrastructure components. Collaborate with the Director of IT on solutions, and assts in evaluating and selecting vendors that align with Franklin County needs and standards.
• Serves as backup to the IT Director, ensuring continuity of operations, service, and programs.
• All other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees