CIO and Executive Director for the Governor's Office of Information Technology
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Salary
$228,705.00 Annually
Location
Denver, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
EAAEDOIT_ESW05.27.26
Department
Office of the Governor
Opening Date
05/27/2026
Closing Date
5/28/2026 2:00 PM Mountain
FLSA
Determined by Position
Primary Physical Work Address
1575 Sherman St Denver, CO 80203
FLSA Status
Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
gov_hr@state.co.us
Type of Announcement
This announcement is not governed by the selection processes of the classified personnel system. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.
How To Apply
Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.
Description
Benefits
Department Information
Colorado for All
The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.
Colorado For All - Colorado Employee Reflections (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eAPo-IRsOZU&t=3s)
The State's Chief Information Officer is a cabinet level position that is also the Executive Director of the Governor's Office of Information Technology (OIT). (http://www.oit.state.co.us/) Ideal candidates are dynamic executive leaders. They are innovators and change-makers with strong relationship building abilities, analytical skills, organizational and management acumen, and demonstrated communications proficiency. Candidates should be effective problem solvers, highly detail-oriented, and be able to thrive in a complex service environment. A successful candidate must demonstrate personal integrity, confidence, diplomacy, inclusiveness and flexibility. We foster a culture where everyone matters and equity, diversity and inclusion is a key part of our DNA. We welcome and encourage applicants with nontraditional backgrounds to apply.
The State's Chief Information Officer is a cabinet level position that is also the Executive Director of the Governor's Office of Information Technology (OIT). (http://www.oit.state.co.us/) Ideal candidates are dynamic executive leaders. They are innovators and change-makers with strong relationship building abilities, analytical skills, organizational and management acumen, and demonstrated communications proficiency. Candidates should be effective problem solvers, highly detail-oriented, and be able to thrive in a complex service environment. A successful candidate must demonstrate personal integrity, confidence, diplomacy, inclusiveness and flexibility. We foster a culture where everyone matters and equity, diversity and inclusion is a key part of our DNA. We welcome and encourage applicants with nontraditional backgrounds to apply.
Department Information
OIT was created in 1999, and renamed Governor's Office of Information Technology in July 2006, to serve as an advisory organization. At that time, executive branch agencies independently managed their own IT services and support, resulting in disparate infrastructures, inconsistent hardware and software standards, duplicative services, increased security risks, failing projects, and the inability to leverage statewide procurement opportunities. The overwhelmingly bipartisan passage of Senate Bill 08-155 ("the consolidation bill") shifted how IT services would be delivered to Colorado's executive branch state agencies.
In July 2008, IT functions, systems, and assets were consolidated into a single entity - the Governor's Office of Information Technology. In many ways, the consolidation was much like a merger of 17 diverse companies, bringing with it significant challenges but also providing an extraordinary opportunity to plan, enable, and implement lasting change for the State of Colorado. This historic move challenged the status quo and created an enterprise IT organization that is leaner and more effective in delivering technology solutions and services.
Today, OIT is a full-service enterprise provider of information technology and communications services with more than 1,100 hard-working and dedicated employees. The majority of OIT's employees work remotely from anywhere in Colorado, and our office is a "workplace as a destination" for events and in-person discussions. Our work powers the state and serves Colorado's counties, residents, businesses, and visitors. From increasing digital government services through the award-winning myColorado app to keeping state systems secure and operational, we are improving government services and making Colorado a leader in tech. In fact, according to a recent study, Colorado ranks in the top 10 states for digital customer experience nationally.
Our Mission: To provide secure digital services that put Coloradans first.
Transparency Posting
The announcement is for transparency purposes only, to comply with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.
An intended appointee has been identified for this position.
Description of Job
Hiring Salary: $228,705
Department:Governor's Office of Information TechnologyFLSA Classification: ExemptExpected Annual Travel:Some travel may be required, but this position is not one of the departments that travels constantly.
The Chief Information Officer and Executive Director of the Governor's Office of Information Technology is the Governor's technology advisor and leads the implementation of the Governor's technology vision. The Executive Director is part of the Governor's Cabinet and is responsible for overseeing the administration, programs and strategic plan of the Department as well as the consistent achievement of its mission and financial objectives.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Build and enhance relationships with all stakeholders including the Governor and Cabinet, Coloradans, state agency customers, state employees, the Colorado General Assembly, and vendors to ensure business needs are met and exceeded, thereby improving transparency and customer satisfaction.
Ensure that the Department has a long-range vision and strategy which achieves its mission; ensures consistent and timely progress toward that mission.
Provide leadership in developing program, organizational, and financial plans with leaders and staff.
Responsible for the enhancement of the Department's image and the State of Colorado's technology posture by being active and visible in the community and by working closely with other professional, civic, and private organizations.
Develop and implement strategies aimed at promoting the Department's mission.
Build an effective team of leaders by providing guidance and coaching to subordinate managers.
Create,approve, and implement business plans for the attainment of goals and objectives.
Direct and oversee the Department's budget with wise fiscal management practices. That generally anticipates operating within the approved budget, ensures maximum resource utilization, and maintenance of the organization in a positive financial position.
Responsible for the effective administration of the Department's operations, including adherence to all laws directing the work of the Department.
Maintain a climate which attracts, keeps, and motivates a diverse staff of top quality people.
Brief the Governor on all relevant policy and technology issues arising from State and Federal legislative activities.
Build a good relationship with the Legislature and serve as the point person for directing the Department's response to proposed legislation that may impact the Department's operations.
As nearly 80% of OIT employees work remotely from anywhere in Colorado, the ability to build and foster relationships, maintain rapport, instill vision, collaborate and manage operations, productivity, and morale, and ensure robust IT solutions - all remotely - is critical.
Establish, promote, and ensure state-wide technology, architecture, and security standards are met.
Provide statewide vision and leadership in designing, developing, implementing, and supporting state-of-the art enterprise technology, information, and infrastructure to deliver an outstanding user experience.
Encourage a culture of innovation by implementing emerging technologies and approaches.
Ensure a robust cybersecurity plan is implemented to protect and deflect risks.
Keep systems operating, information flowing, applications running, and technology advancing, securely and efficiently.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Minimum Qualifications
Five or more years of executive-level organizational leadership, including significant responsibility for:
Strategic planning
Budgeting and financial management (of organizations or divisions of >$50m per year)
Operational management and process improvement
Stakeholder and public relations, including developing relationships with at-times adversarial stakeholders
Planning, implementing, executing, and evaluating the success of special projects
Leading day-to-day program and service delivery
Demonstrated track record building and leading high-performing teams, including work related to organizational culture and leadership development
Further track record as a highly collaborative professional who can drive partnership, alignment, and communication across functional lines and at global levels. Proven success influencing across organizational workstreams, especially local and other state governments, nonprofit and private sector organizations
Ten years or more of experience overseeing the planning, implementation, execution and evaluation of major technology projects for an organization
Ten years or more of experience overseeing the day-to-day delivery of the programs and customer service delivery of an organization
Preferred Qualifications
Ten or more years of executive-level experience, ideally as a Chief Executive Officer, Chief Information Officer, Chief Operating Officer, or Chief Technology Officer
Technical expertise and professional experience in one or more of the following areas: software engineering, IT administration, enterprise service management, or cybersecurity
Conditions of Employment
While some travel may be required, this position is not one of the departments that travels constantly.
Supplemental Information
To Apply:
A resume must be submitted with the application for consideration. Your resume must provide sufficient detail to allow the screening panel to properly assess your experience, relevant skills, and achievements.
The State of Colorado/Office of the Governor offers a generous benefits package including:
Medical, dental and vision plan coverage - including extensive prescription drug coverage (many preventive medications covered at no cost)*.
Health Savings Account (with state contribution) when electing HDHP medical coverage*.
Wellness programs - participation can reduce employee premiums*.
Short-term and optional long-term disability coverage*.
Life and Accidental Death/Dismemberment Insurance*.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*.
Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/time-off-leave/family-medical-leave-act-fmla) job protection and State of Colorado Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML).
11 Paid Holidays Annually and Accrued Annual and Sick Leave (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/time-off-leave)
Welcome Aboard Program - July 1, 2023.pdf
Retirement benefits** - including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 401(k) and 457 plans - https://www.copera.org/
Hybrid work arrangements.
Variety of discounts on services and products available through the State of Colorado's Work-Life Discount Program .
Training and professional development opportunities, including reduced college tuition through CSU Global (https://csuglobal.edu/) ( contact CSU Global for latest offerings ).
Access to the Colorado State Employee Assistance Program (CSEAP): offers confidential mental health counseling, professional coaching, employee mediation, 24/7 crisis support.
Free RTD EcoPass (https://www.rtd-denver.com/fares-passes/ecopass) to all eligible State Employees.
Credit Union of Colorado (https://www.cuofco.org/credit-union-colorado-membership-eligibility) Membership Eligibility.
*To learn more about State of Colorado benefits, please visit the state's benefits portal: https://www.colorado.gov/dhr/benefits .
**For information on mandatory employee salary deferral (in lieu of contribution to Social Security), see COPERA for details: https://www.copera.org/member-contribution-rates
Inclusion and Belonging
The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success , and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
ADAAA Accommodations
The Office of the Governor is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Staffing Coordinator (the Director of Human Resources) at gov_hr@state.co.us .
Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.
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State of Colorado
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