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State of Oregon · 1 month ago

Chief Information Officer / IT Manager (Chief Information Manager 2) – Hybrid Remote Work Opportunity

Salem | ODOE

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

$8,504/mo - $14,065/mo

6+ years exp

The State of Oregon's Department of Energy is seeking a Chief Information Officer (CIO) to lead their technology initiatives and manage a team of IT professionals. The role involves planning and executing information technology strategies to enhance the agency's capabilities while ensuring excellent customer service and innovative solutions.

AssociationGovernmentNon Profit

No H1B

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and achieve short-term and long-range information technology strategies and initiatives consistent with statewide direction

Lead 10 IT professionals to elevate the organization's technology capability through excellent customer service, strong technical execution, and forward-thinking solutions

Bring expertise, lead key projects, influence technology decisions, and help build a reliable, secure, and innovative technology foundation

Qualification

Information technology practicesApplication developmentData securityIT governanceInfrastructure managementStrategic planningVendor managementCustomer service orientationCommunication skillsLeadership

Required

Six (6) years of supervision, management, or progressively related experience

Three (3) years of related experience and a bachelor's degree in a related field

Preferred

Extensive knowledge of information technology practices and processes, specifically as it relates to application development, data security, IT governance, and infrastructure management

Ability to design and implement an effective IT framework that standardizes how technology projects are evaluated, prioritized, and managed. Skilled at assessing organizational needs and developing clear methodologies for project intake, governance, and execution to ensure consistency and alignment with strategic goals

Ability to lead with vision, set clear strategic direction, and drive technology initiatives across the agency with demonstrated experience empowering staff and fostering a culture of accountability and growth

Ability to communicate complex technical information clearly and effectively at all levels, and to build and maintain strong working relationships within the agency and across the enterprise

Experience in strategic planning with demonstrated ability to manage change and varied resources, think innovatively, and remain flexible with rapidly changing technologies

Ability to evaluate complex technology challenges, identify opportunities, and develop effective, data-informed solutions. Demonstrated strength in managing customer needs and translating into actional plans that support long-term organizational goals

Exceptional customer service orientation, ensuring responsive, customer-focused support for all users

Knowledge of Information Technology vendor management, purchasing, asset management, and inventory methods, procedures, and controls