State of Ohio · 10 hours ago
Chief Technology Innovation Officer (Data Systems Administrator)
James A Rhodes Office Tower 3230 East Broad Street
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$57.68/hr - $75.61/hr
8+ years expThe State of Ohio is dedicated to supporting its citizens through various programs, and they are seeking a Chief Technology Innovation Officer to lead the Office of Information Services. This role involves defining strategic goals, driving innovation, and overseeing the development and implementation of technology solutions that align with the agency’s mission.
Automotive
No H1B
Responsibilities
Direct and manage the Innovative Solutions & Services Pillar, ensuring projects follow standard life cycle methodologies and meet prescribed timelines
Develop and execute long-range strategic and business plans, including evaluation of hardware, software, staffing, and resource needs
Oversee budget planning for the Innovative Solutions and Services (ISS) Pillar
Resolve complex technical and administrative challenges and provide guidance on critical IT issues
Establish and implement policies, procedures, and standards in alignment with OIS and agency strategic plans
Identify emerging technology capabilities and integrate them into process design and innovation strategies
Lead development of prototypes for new processes and drive best practices for innovation across the organization
Implement measurement systems to evaluate the impact of innovation and ensure accountability
Research and recommend new tools and technologies to enhance agency operations
Collaborate with Executive Leadership to define a technology innovation roadmap and secure buy-in for strategic initiatives
Represent the agency at conferences, statewide IT meetings, and external engagements
Train, coach, and develop staff to support agency goals and foster professional growth
Qualification
Required
Completion of undergraduate core coursework in computer science, or completion of undergraduate core coursework in any academic major which included at least one course in each of the following: advanced-level computer programming language (for example, COBOL, Delphi, Java, Powerbuilder, Visual Basic, Pl 1, SAS PCS, Pacbase, Full Visual Suite, Designer 2000, Developer 2000, C, C++, Visual C, ECL, or Visual Studio), logic-based mathematics, data base concepts (for example, Oracle, Microsoft Access, Paradox, Sybase, IMS DB, DB2, Cache, DMS, or RDMS), computer systems analysis & design, & basic data processing concepts
8 years experience commensurate with job duties to be performed & knowledges & skills required as outlined in approved position description on file for position to be filled as advertised in job posting
2.5 years (30 months) experience supervisory or project management experience
9 months of experience or 3 courses in budgeting
9 years experience commensurate with job duties to be performed & knowledges & skills required as outlined in approved position description on file for position to be filled as advertised in job posting
2.5 years (30 months) experience supervisory or project management experience
9 months of experience or 3 courses in budgeting
Equivalent of minimum class qualifications for employment noted above
Benefits
Medical Coverage
Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
Company
State of Ohio
Employment with the State of Ohio is more than ‘just a job’ – it is a privilege to serve our families, friends and neighbors who rely on us throughout our great state.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Beverlyn Johns, MS
Deputy Chief Operating Officer
Holly Drake
State Chief Information Security Officer
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