California Air Resources Board · 11 hours ago
Chief Technology Officer
Sacramento, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$10,349/mo - $14,535/moThe California Air Resources Board is dedicated to protecting the public from the harmful effects of air pollution and developing programs to combat climate change. They are seeking a Chief Technology Officer to provide strategic leadership for the agency's technology vision and innovation roadmap, focusing on IT strategy, modernization of systems, and the implementation of emerging technologies.
AssociationNon Profit
Responsibilities
The Chief Technology Officer (CTO) provides input to the strategic leadership for CARB’s technology vision and innovation roadmap
This role is responsible for shaping and executing the agency’s IT strategy to ensure a secure, scalable, and future-ready technology environment
The CTO leads cross-functional technical teams in the design, development, and integration of solutions that support CARB’s mission
Key priorities include modernizing legacy systems, advancing cloud adoption, driving automation, and fostering agile practices
The CTO also champions the exploration and implementation of emerging technologies to enhance operational efficiency and deliver long-term value
Qualification
Required
A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) detailing experience, knowledge, ability, or potential to meet the Desirable Qualifications is required
The SOQ must not exceed three pages in length with a font size of at least Arial 12 point
The SOQ must provide specific examples indicating the specific years of experience for each numbered item listed
The SOQ must respond to each question and numbered in the same order listed below or you may be given a disqualifying score
Share your experience working with business units that developed their own IT solutions outside of enterprise IT governance. How did you build trust and influence them to align with enterprise standards and compliance requirements?
Share your experience of when you had to navigate the gap between what a customer wanted and what was technically possible. What factors do you consider when evaluating whether to adopt a new solution?
Describe a time where you've led the maturation of your organization's technology teams in terms of best practices, technical expertise, and operational processes. What strategies did you use to elevate team performance and ensure alignment with business goals?
Describe a time when you led or contributed to a high-pressure, fast-paced technology initiative where expectations were unrealistic or constantly shifting. Provide context around the business or technical challenges, the leadership and strategic decisions you made, and how you managed cross-functional teams or stakeholders. Emphasize how you achieved a successful outcome despite the constraints and reflect on how the experience has shaped your leadership style and approach to innovation under pressure
Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position
Preferred
Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required
Company
California Air Resources Board
Agency charged with protecting the public from the harmful effects of air pollution & developing programs & actions to fight climate change.
Founded in 1963
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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