IT Director

State of Indiana•Indianapolis, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The IT Director manages all information systems, technologies, and activities for the Indiana Department of Child Services (DCS). The director collaborates with the Indiana Office of Technology to ensure DCS systems are synchronized with enterprise systems and local platforms. This is an onsite role at the DCS offices in the Indiana Government Center in Indianapolis, Indiana. The role establishes technology goals aligned with the agency mission, contributes to agency policy and future planning, and sets policies and procedures for IT systems. It provides technical direction and advice, represents the IT division, participates in budgeting, and oversees IT projects through completion. The director may directly supervise or provide functional direction to IT leadership and staff, and is responsible for recruiting, onboarding, training, coaching, and evaluating employees. A degree is not required. At least seven years of experience in information technology or a related field, applying relevant knowledge and skills in a similar role, may be considered. The position traditionally starts at $107,302, with compensation potentially commensurate with education and work experience. It is exempt from overtime compensation; additional hours may be required to complete essential or assigned work.

Requirements

Thorough knowledge of the organization and management of state agency operations.
Considerable knowledge of the organization and management of state government.
Ability to negotiate complex, large-sum agreements with other agencies, divisions, and outside vendors.
Ability to frame issues in terms of the policy implications of managing a technical discipline.
Effective communication skills.
Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow.
Ability to provide feedback, guidance, or corrective action, and to coach and develop employees.
Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
A degree is not required.
At least seven years of experience in information technology or a related field, applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role, may be considered.

Responsibilities

Establish current and long-range technology goals in accordance with the agency mission.
Lead discussions in the development of agency policy and planning for the future.
Set policies and procedures, review IT system methods, processes, and specifications, and develop strategies.
Act as a liaison between information systems and other agency functions.
Directly supervise or provide functional direction to deputy IT directors, function managers, supervisors, and other IT staff.
Provide technical advice, guidance, direction, and authorization to carry out major plans and procedures.
Analyze high-level business needs and research technologies to identify and select IT hardware and software products that support internal business processes.
Represent the agency’s IT division at events and meetings within and outside state government.
Participate in the IT division budgeting process with agency executives.
Oversee IT projects through their entire lifecycle to ensure timely completion and delivery within budget.
Recruit, select, onboard, and train employees; clarify role responsibilities and expectations and support professional development.
Set employee expectations, measure progress, provide ongoing feedback, and evaluate performance.
Ensure work adheres to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures.
Collaborate with the Indiana Office of Technology to synchronize DCS systems with enterprise systems and local platforms.

Benefits

Three medical plan options, including prescription coverage, as well as vision and dental plans.
Wellness Rewards Program with gift card rewards for completed wellness activities.
Health savings account with a bi-weekly state contribution.
Deferred compensation 457(b) account with employer match.
Two fully funded pension plan options.
Leave policies including paid new parent leave, childbirth recovery leave for eligible mothers, community service leave, and combined paid vacation, personal, and sick leave.
12 paid holidays, or 14 in election years.
Education reimbursement program.
Group life insurance.
Referral bonus program.
Employee assistance program with covered behavioral health visits.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualified employer.
Free parking for most positions.
Free LinkedIn Learning access.