Information Technology Executive 4
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Information Technology Executive 4
Salary
$131,189.00 - $182,651.00 Annually
Location
Dauphin County, PA
Job Type
Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time
Job Number
N-2026-43065
Department
Executive Offices
Division
EX OA HHS ITDC
Opening Date
03/03/2026
Closing Date
3/12/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
01724
Position Number
50549078
Union
Non Union
Bargaining Unit
A3
Pay Group
ST13
Bureau / Division Code
00812500
Worksite Address
2525 N. 7th Street - 3rd Floor, HUB
City
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
17110
Contact Name
Bryanne Hickerson
Contact Phone
717.705.8323
Contact Email
bhickerson@pa.gov
Bureau / Division
Health and Human Services IT Delivery Center, Product and Portfolio Management Division
Description
Benefits
Questions
THE POSITION
This position serves as the Director over the Portfolio Management Division of our Health and Human Services Delivery Center (HHS IT DC). This is one of several Delivery Centers within the Office of Administration/Office of Information Technology (OA/OIT) shared services model. HHS IT DC provides end-to-end IT services to all staff in the Department of Human Services (DHS), the Department of Health (DOH), the Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP), and the Pennsylvania Department of Aging (PDA).
We are seeking a motivated, energized individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills to lead a team of employees and contractors who manage large, complex IT programs and deliver business-critical solutions on time and within budget to support state agencies that provide essential services, community support, and tangible health and social benefits to all people in Pennsylvania. Showcase your expertise and leadership talents while supporting meaningful missions with this exciting opportunity!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this role, you will serve as the Director over the Health and Human Services Delivery Center Product and Portfolio Management Division. This involves providing leadership across Product Managers, Portfolio Managers, and Project Management functions.
The Director works in close partnership with the Delivery Center Chief Information Officer to define priorities, modernize delivery practices, and ensure alignment with agency goals, OA/OIT enterprise standards, and federal requirements. This role provides highly responsible administrative, managerial, and professional work in developing planning strategies and priorities with agency leadership and OA/OIT, and in coordinating technology services across all supported agencies.
Our teams will rely on you to manage and oversee IT portfolio planning; product and project intake; governance; and the modernization of delivery practices across both traditional SLDC/Waterfall methodologies and emergent Agile, iterative approaches. Duties include leading, coaching, training, and capability-building opportunities to elevate delivery maturity across the HHS IT DC.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD_NEOGOV.asp?p=50549078) .
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment
Work hours are 7.5 hours per day Monday - Friday. Work schedule will range from 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM (candidate may decide schedule). Lunch period will be either 30 or 60 minutes based on work schedule.
Parking is located at the building and is free.
Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to two days per week. You must come into the office three days per week at a minimum, but this could change and you may be required to come into the office more frequently. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $131,189.00 (before taxes).
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Nine years of professional information technology experience that includes three years in a managerial capacity and a bachelor's degree;or
Thirteen years of professional information technology experience that includes three years in a managerial capacity;or
An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes three years in a managerial capacity.
Additional Requirements:
Experience building alignment with stakeholders.
Experience leading vision, direction, and roadmap for a product, platform, or service.
Experience managing individuals.
Experience with iterative or agile development methodologies.
Experience communicating complex information or ideas in an effective manner to foster understanding and acceptance of findings and recommendations.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
01
Do you possess three or more years of full-time professional information technology experience in a managerial capacity?
Yes
No
02
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, @type N/A in the text box below.
03
How many years of full-time professional information technology experience do you possess?
9 years or more
8 but less than 9 years
7 but less than 8 years
6 but less than 7 years
5 but less than 6 years
4 but less than 5 years
3 but less than 4 years
2 but less than 3 years
1 but less than 2 years
Less than a year
None
04
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, @type N/A in the text box below.
05
How much graduate coursework have you completed in information technology? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitingwww.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services Link.
You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.
30 credits or more
Less than 30 credits
None
06
Additional Requirement- Do you have experience building alignment with stakeholders?
Yes
No
07
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, @type N/A in the text box below.
08
Additional Requirement- Do you have experience leading vision, direction, and roadmap for a product, platform, or service?
Yes
No
09
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, @type N/A in the text box below.
10
Additional Requirement- Do you have experience managing individuals?
Yes
No
11
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, @type N/A in the text box below.
12
Additional Requirement- Do you have experience with iterative or agile development methodologies?
Yes
No
13
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, @type N/A in the text box below.
14
Additional Requirement- Do you have experience communicating complex information or ideas in an effective manner to foster understanding and acceptance of findings and recommendations?
Yes
No
15
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, @type N/A in the text box below.
Required Question
Employer
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov
