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Director of Information Technology (SCA)

Iowa Department of Administrative Services • Des Moines, IA • 13h ago

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Director of Information Technology (SCA)

Salary

$123,780.80 - $185,078.40 Annually

Location

Des Moines - 50319 - Polk County, IA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

25-03092

Agency

444 Judicial

Opening Date

05/12/2025

Closing Date

5/26/2025 11:59 PM Central

LinkedIn Tag

LI-POST

Point of Contact

bob.gast@iowacourts.gov

To Apply

Please attach a cover letter and resume (PDF format) along with the completed online application. Final candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check. The Iowa Judicial Branch is an E-Verify employer.

Description

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Job Description

The Iowa Judicial Branch has an opening for a Director of Information Technology to join our team. This position is located at the Iowa Judicial Branch building in Des Moines, Iowa.

To apply: Candidates must complete the NEOGOV application and submit a cover letter and resume in order to be considered for this position.

The pay range for this position is $123,780.80 - $185,078.40 annually paid on a bi-weekly basis. This position is an FLSA exempt, non-contract position.

Summary

Direct and oversee Information Technology strategic operations and initiatives to streamline and

advance the Iowa Judicial Branch's mission and goals.

Examples of Duties and Responsibilities

Direct operations through subordinate managers, supervisors, and staff. Enforce personnel

policies and procedures. Represent management in employment relations matters.

Assess the Iowa Judicial Branch's technology requirements and provide solutions that enhance business operations and objectives.

Evaluate adherence to state and federal technology requirements, including security and data protection.

Analyze proposed legislation affecting the Iowa Judicial Branch and determine the fiscal impact of proposed and approved legislation.

Develop policies and procedures to ensure the protection of Iowa Judicial Branch information.

Direct maintenance and upgrades of hardware and software systems.

Develop and implement Iowa Judicial Branch technology updates and training for employees.

Ensure the security of data, network access, and backup systems.

Identify and address problematic areas proactively and implement strategic solutions.

Stay abreast of emerging technologies that can improve Information Technology performance and Iowa Judicial Branch operations. Ensure staff obtain and maintain training or certifications for evolving technologies.

Develop annual information systems budget and efficiently manage resources and risk. Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of technical management, information analysis, computer hardware/software

systems, data center management, and data governance.

Knowledge of data management and administration.

Presentation and communication skills.

Attention to detail.

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Ability to secure confidential information.

This is a non-merit position with the Iowa Judicial Branch. Candidates must follow the instructions in the "To Apply" section.

Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

The incumbent must meet the minimum requirements to qualify for the position.

Bachelor's degree.

Ten (10) years of progressive experience in computer science, management information systems, information technology, or related experience.

Four (4) years of experience as a leader of a multi-level organization, or a deputy role, with strategic decision-making experience.

Industry-recognized professional certification in information technology is preferred.

Experience may be substituted with related education on the basis that successful completion of thirty (30) semester hours or academic equivalent equals one year of experience.

Do you understand that the answers to all of the following questions must be truthful, honest, and accurate to the best of your ability? Please read all questions and answers thoroughly and make sure you understand them completely. Ensure the answers to your questions match the information filled out on your application and the attachments you have uploaded. If the answers to your questions are inconsistent with your application information or uploaded attachments, you will be given zero points for the question. Knowingly misrepresenting the facts when submitting any information related to an application, examination, certification, appeal, or any other facet of the selection process will result in your disqualification from this application and future employment with the Iowa Judicial Branch.

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Please explain any gaps in your employment history?

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Iowa Judicial Branch Employees ONLY: Have you completed the Iowa Judicial Branch LinkedIn Learning Leadership and Professional Development Certification?

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Employer

State of Iowa

Agency

444 Judicial

Address

Iowa Judicial Branch Building

1111 E Court Ave

Des Moines, Iowa, 50319

Website

http://www.iowacourts.gov/

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