Grade 33

Salary: $89,481.60 ($44.74/hr.) - $104,665.60 ($50.32/hr.)

Position Overview The Director oversees a department of 12 IT professionals, including systems administrators, data analysts, IT specialists, and support staff. The role ensures secure, reliable technology services for all County departments, public safety agencies, and judicial offices. This position plays a key leadership role in modernizing systems, transitioning legacy applications to cloud environments, and managing vendor-supported solutions. Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage the MIS Department, including all personnel, operations, and technology initiatives.

Develop and implement technology strategies, cybersecurity policies, and long-range planning.

Oversee enterprise systems such as Tyler Technologies, PeopleGuru, and hosted court applications.

Manage cloud migrations, system modernization, and major technology projects.

Direct cybersecurity monitoring, incident response, disaster recovery, and business continuity.

Oversee vendor contracts, procurement, and performance of technology service providers.

Collaborate with County leadership, department heads, constitutional officers, and courts.

Prepare and manage the department budget and present technology recommendations.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, MIS, or a related field.

Extensive experience in technology operations, systems administration, cybersecurity, or network management.

Demonstrated supervisory or managerial experience in an IT environment.

Experience with cloud platforms, enterprise software, and modernization initiatives preferred.

Experience transitioning from legacy systems (e.g., AS/400) highly desirable.

Key Competencies

Leadership & Team Development

Strategic Planning & Project Management

Cybersecurity Oversight & Risk Management

Cloud & Modern Infrastructure Knowledge

Vendor/Contract Management

Communication & Collaboration

Budgeting & Decision-Making

Work Environment / ADA Requirements

Primarily sedentary office work with occasional lifting up to 25 lbs.

Ability to travel between County facilities as needed.

Ability to respond to emergencies outside regular hours.

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