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Position Title:Director IV (Director, Information Technology Services)Class/Group:1623/B29Military Occupation Specialty Code:N/AFair Labor Standards Act Status:ExemptNumber of Vacancies:1Salary Range:$14,583.33 - $15,833.33 / monthlyDuration:RegularHours Worked Weekly:40Travel:OccasionalWork Location:and#183; San Antonio, Texas and#8211; preferred work locationand#183; Austin, Texas - optionalWeb site:www.txcc.texas.govRefer Inquiries to:careers@txcc.texas.govHow To Apply:Select the link below to search for this position: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en
Enter the job posting number and#8220;00053285and#8221; in the keyword search.You must create a CAPPS Career Section candidate profile or be logged in to apply.Update your profile and apply for the job by navigating through the pages and steps.Once ready, select and#8220;Submitand#8221; on the and#8220;Review and Submitand#8221; page.If you have problems accessing the CAPPS Career Section, please follow the instructions in the Resetting CAPPS Password for Job Candidate desk aid.Special Instructions:Applicants must provide in-depth information in theEXPERIENCE CREDENTIALSsection to demonstrate howthey meet the position qualifications. Incomplete applications may result in disqualification.Resumes may be uploaded as an attachment but are not accepted in lieu of the information required in theEXPERIENCE CREDENTIALSsection of the application.Interview Place/Time:Candidates will be notified for appointments as determined by the selection committee.Selective Service Registration:Section 651.005 of the Government Code requires males, ages 18 through 25 years, to provide proof of their Selective Service registration or proof of their exemption from the requirement as a condition of state employment.H-1B Visa Sponsorship:We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.Equal Opportunity EmployerTexas Cyber Command does not exclude anyone from consideration for recruitment, selection, appointment, training, promotion, retention, or any other personnel action, or deny any benefits or participation in programs or activities, which it sponsors on the grounds of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability. Please call 512-463-5920 to request reasonable accommodation.Position DescriptionTitle:Director IV (Director, Information Technology Services)Class/Group:1623/B29Fair Labor Standards Act Status:ExemptPosition SummaryThis role will perform highly advanced (senior level) managerial work providing direction and guidance in strategic operations and planning of the Information Technology Services Department, including staff performing application development, maintenance, and operations. Work involves developing and implementing policies; reviewing guidelines, agency technology strategies, procedures, rules and regulations; establishing priorities and standards; implementing tools to meet agency and department goals; overseeing the assessment of business unit needs and providing critical IT solutions; coordinating and evaluating staff and program activities. Plans, assigns, and supervises the work of others. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.Acts as a senior official and has the authority necessary to fulfill duties as the Information Resources Manager; complies with Information Resources Manager (IRM) continuing education requirements under Government Code Section 2054.076
Oversees the implementation and operation of technology needs through desktop technology, quality measures, and applications in use by the agency.
Develops and oversees the technical support programs for applications; identifies the need, scope, and architecture for new programs; provides direction, guidance, and hands-on assistance as needed; plans, assigns and/or supervises the work of other managers; oversees, manages, and reports on multiple projects concurrently and works under strict deadlines and budgets.
Operates within guidelines, procedures, rules, and regulations; Provides research and modeling as needed to support strategic and tactical activities; proposes budgets and executes support within approved budgets. Collaborates and submits appropriations for IT solutions.
Provides services to all business areas, which provide services to other state and local entities. Services include computing resources, network infrastructures software maintenance and development, client services support, web services and application development.
Oversees the acquisition and management of the organizationand#8217;s information; oversees implementation of project management and practices.
Meets with local, state, and federal officials as well as representatives of private entities regarding business opportunities; Represents the agency at business meetings, hearings, trials, legislative sessions, conferences, and seminars or on boards, panels, and committees as needed or directed.
Performs other work-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications: EducationGraduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in information technology, management information systems, business or public administration, or a related degree.
Additional work-related experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis. High school diploma required.Experience and Training RequiredExperience and training in analyzing, recommending, developing, and implementing cogent enterprise solutions, policies, standards, and guidelines.
Experience with private sector IT operations in an organization or company that specializes in cybersecurity.
Experience working with local, state and/or federal agencies.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesStrong working knowledge of hardware/software system functions
Strong analytical skills
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
Skill in finding solutions for or to deal proactively with work-related problems, including personnel related issues
Ability to produce a high degree of accuracy in work
Ability to exercise courtesy, tact, and diplomacy in all communications
Ability to effectively communicate technical and other information both orally and in writing; in a clear and concise manner
Ability to effectively interpret policies, procedures and regulations; ability to implement new systems and procedures and to evaluate their effectiveness
Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion in handling confidential information
Ability to organize and direct oneself and effectively supervise others
Demonstrated ability to work on concurrent tasks in a fast-paced environment while effectively planning, prioritizing, assigning, and overseeing the work of others
Ability to prepare comprehensive and accurate schedules and reports; ability to prepare and/or make presentations to individuals and various internal and/or external groups including agency leadership.
Ability to effectively develop project plans and to organize and manage complex information technology projects to completion; ability to conduct effective, thorough review of project requirements and deliverables; knowledge of project management tools and techniques
Ability to effectively communicate with people at all organizational levels
Ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information
Ability to utilize the availabl
