Director DHSS Application Technology

State of Delaware•Dover, DE

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

Introduction Make a Difference with DHSS Our mission at the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) is to improve the quality of life of Delaware citizens by promoting health and well-being, fostering self-sufficiency, and protecting vulnerable populations. We prioritize personal and family independence by assisting individuals and families in a variety of life areas. We offer numerous career opportunities and are dedicated to attracting and retaining highly talented individuals who are ready to make a difference in their community today. DHSS is a great place to kick-start your profession. For more information, please visit https://dhss.delaware.gov/dhss/ today! Summary Statement The incumbent reports to the Director of Information Resource Management (IRM) overseeing the Maintenance and Support Unit responsible for tracking emerging technologies and researching the abilities and uses of new vendor products, designing, developing and maintaining information systems and planning future technologies. Also is responsible for promoting a networked organization, as implemented through customer-supplier relationships to include the discipline of contracting; also for promoting a healthy internal economy and a customer-focused, entrepreneurial structure and culture not only within an Application Technology unit but as a leader and team player for all of IRM. The incumbent is responsible for planning, organizing, staffing and directing major information systems projects. Essential Functions Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here. Directs a staff of managerial, technical and contractual personnel directly and through subordinate IT managers. Provides ongoing input to consultants to assure strategic alignment of planning, research, architecture and organizational effectiveness. Plans, organizes, monitors and evaluates the unit’s resources and activities in order to fulfill established charters and contracts. Initiates measures for improvement of personnel, equipment, supplies and materials. Establishes and monitors DHSS application priorities, resource levels, work assignments and project schedules consistent with agency direction. Promotes high-performance teamwork across the unit to assure timeliness and quality of deliverables and maintenance requests. Responsible for ongoing planning and research within the unit regarding technological advances, the policies, standards, planning and research associated with the unit’s line of business. Analyzes, develops, administers and controls the unit’s operating budget/contracts. Responsible for adherence to contracts, both external and internal, to assure that actual results meet expectations. Reports to Director of IRM on project status, concerns and other related issues of strategic nature as required. Job Requirements JOB REQUIREMENTS for Director DHSS Application Technology Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas: Three years experience in designing, developing and maintaining information systems. Three years experience in information technology project management which includes planning, scheduling, staffing, coordinating, controlling, monitoring, evaluating and reporting on status of IT projects. Six months experience in strategic planning such as planning and mapping a path between the present and future usually for three to five years by determining key objectives, how to accomplish the key objectives, what strategies should be used, what activities would contribute to accomplishing the key objectives and developing performance measures to gauge and report progress or success. Six months experience in budget management and control which includes managing a budget for the purpose of keeping expenditures within the limitations of available appropriations and available revenue and maintaining, monitoring, projecting and controlling a budget within set policies and procedures. Six months experience in operations management which includes planning, directing, coordinating, controlling and evaluating operations typically through subordinate supervisors. Additional Posting Information The State of Delaware recognizes the value of telework and flexible working schedules. This position is eligible for Telework according to the State of Delaware’s Alternative Work Arrangement Policy . More information will be shared at the time of interview. Conditions of Hire Criminal background check: A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire. The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire. All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our Job Seeker Resources . DHSS does not provide employment-based sponsorship. Benefits To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/ Selection Process The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements. Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov . Accommodations Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling (800) 232-5470 or by visiting delawarerelay.com . If you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call (302) 739-5458 or email [email protected] . The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

Requirements

Three years experience in designing, developing and maintaining information systems.
Three years experience in information technology project management which includes planning, scheduling, staffing, coordinating, controlling, monitoring, evaluating and reporting on status of IT projects.
Six months experience in strategic planning such as planning and mapping a path between the present and future usually for three to five years by determining key objectives, how to accomplish the key objectives, what strategies should be used, what activities would contribute to accomplishing the key objectives and developing performance measures to gauge and report progress or success.
Six months experience in budget management and control which includes managing a budget for the purpose of keeping expenditures within the limitations of available appropriations and available revenue and maintaining, monitoring, projecting and controlling a budget within set policies and procedures.
Six months experience in operations management which includes planning, directing, coordinating, controlling and evaluating operations typically through subordinate supervisors.

Responsibilities

Directs a staff of managerial, technical and contractual personnel directly and through subordinate IT managers.
Provides ongoing input to consultants to assure strategic alignment of planning, research, architecture and organizational effectiveness.
Plans, organizes, monitors and evaluates the unit’s resources and activities in order to fulfill established charters and contracts.
Initiates measures for improvement of personnel, equipment, supplies and materials.
Establishes and monitors DHSS application priorities, resource levels, work assignments and project schedules consistent with agency direction.
Promotes high-performance teamwork across the unit to assure timeliness and quality of deliverables and maintenance requests.
Responsible for ongoing planning and research within the unit regarding technological advances, the policies, standards, planning and research associated with the unit’s line of business.
Analyzes, develops, administers and controls the unit’s operating budget/contracts.
Responsible for adherence to contracts, both external and internal, to assure that actual results meet expectations.
Reports to Director of IRM on project status, concerns and other related issues of strategic nature as required.