Information Systems Director

State of Indiana•Indianapolis, IN

9d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for overseeing the Information Systems Division and developing the overall strategy for delivering digital operations for the DLGF. As an outcomes‑focused, strategic leader, this position will lead teams and work with DLGF leadership to ensure continued functionality of all DLGF software applications, ensure updates are made promptly to reflect new legislative requirements, and oversee all technology needs of the agency. The Director also represents DLGF interests in the Indiana Gateway web portal, a tool that collects and provides access to information about how public funds are budgeted and spent by Indiana’s local units of government. The IS Director will lead the department through a significant technology modernization effort, including defining the modernization vision, aligning it with organizational priorities, and overseeing successful implementation. Responsibilities include evaluating the current legacy system, identifying opportunities for improvement, integrating updated technologies, coordinating cross‑departmental stakeholders, and ensuring continuity of operations throughout the modernization process. The Director will manage project timelines, budgets, and risk mitigation strategies; establish governance and communication frameworks; and guide staff through process changes, skill development, and new technology adoption. This function ensures the department’s technology environment evolves effectively, securely, and sustainably to meet current and future operational needs.

Requirements

Extensive knowledge of information technology, information security, information management, project management, and/or business management.
Ability to bridge technology and business goals to provide productive solutions.
Broad knowledge of all information technology disciplines and general business theory.
Considerable knowledge of the organization and management of state government.
Ability to negotiate complex and large sum agreements with other agencies, divisions and outside vendors.
Effective communication skills.
Ability to frame issues based on the policy implications associated with managing what is otherwise a very technical discipline.
Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow.
Ability to effectively give feedback, provide guidance or corrective action, coach, and develop employee skillsets.
At least 5+ years of experience in Computer Science or Information Technology applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.

Nice To Haves

A degree is not required.

Responsibilities

Develop current and long-range direction of technology in accordance with the direction of the agency.
Set policies and procedures, technical standards and methods and priorities for information systems activities.
Dispense technical advice, guidance, direction, and authorization to carry out major plans and procedures.
Analyze new technologies and make recommendations.
Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service.
Monitor time and dollar expenditures to ensure projects and budgets meet established targets.
Represent the agency’s information technology division at events and meetings.
Assist in the budgeting process with agency senior management for the information technology division.
Coordinates, reviews, analyzes, and makes recommendations related to requests for proposals of information technology/security projects, ensuring that proposals comply with technical specifications and other IT strategic objectives.
Recruit, select, onboard, and train employees to ensure role responsibilities and expectations are clearly understood while providing opportunities to continue professional development.
Set expectations, measure progress, provide ongoing feedback, and evaluate the performance of employees.
Ensure work adheres to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures.

Benefits

Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to: 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
Education Reimbursement Program
Group life insurance
Referral Bonus program
Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
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