Arizona Official Website of State of Arizona
Chief Technology Officer
Arizona Official Website of State of Arizona, Phoenix, Arizona, United States, 85003
Job Summary :
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A great benefit of working for the State of Arizona is a fantastic work / life balance. State employees enjoy challenging work, popular remote work options, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, and career growth opportunities.
What You’ll Do To Contribute to Agency Success : The Chief Technology Officer is a leader that creates and executes digital, application, software, data and analytics strategies to drive business value. In addition, this position is responsible for architectural vision to align IT to strategic business needs and goals appropriately. You will design the infrastructure for existing software / application programs, products, and services including enterprise architecture, and third‑party software as a service (SaaS) management. Additionally, you will lead the development of technology capability roadmaps, day‑to‑day management of the agency infrastructure. You’ll create the direction and standards for optimizing the cost, risk, and value of applications / software throughout their life cycle. Lead day‑to‑day management of the enterprise architecture organization to provide end‑to‑end architecture oversight, new technology evaluation, and solutions governance. Drive the creation of new standards and best practices as technology evolves; communicate and drive adoption across the agency. This leadership position will mentor and direct teams, oversee and develop new technologies, devise and coordinate with multiple stakeholders. Identifies major resources constraints that impact implementation of desired organizational goals; develops plans and delivers results in a fast‑changing environment and provides input to functional or departmental strategy. The position manages a team of software engineers, product managers, solution architects, and system analysts.
The Chief Technology officer will implement and manage a comprehensive, centralized and progressive Enterprise‑wide technology modernization strategy. Support Enterprise‑wide systems and platforms; make recommendations for integration of incongruent systems for data sharing and consistency. Increase capacity to conduct analytics and analysis in support of key initiatives and projects. You will manage the reliable and consistent creation of linkages and workflow between multiple enterprise systems. As the Chief Technology Officer, you will lead efforts to improve quality. In addition to the above responsibilities this position will lead the implementation of major software and system replacements and system modernizations. In addition to managing the technical teams you will also manage the project management office. Within the PMO there are managers, supervisors, project managers, vendor managers and operational change managers.
Major duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to :
Create and execute digital, application / software, data and analytics strategies to drive business value. In addition, this position is responsible for architectural vision to align IT to strategic business needs and goals appropriately. Assignments include project management of new development and modifications and maintenance to existing systems. Participates as a member of the executive leadership team for strategic planning and governance oversight.
Lead a project management office that consists of project management, vendor management, operational change management and IT governance.
Helps to lead division and agency IT strategy. Directs the development of feasibility studies for correcting, modifying and enhancing enterprise‑wide IT programs, and associated systems and subsystems. Advise leadership, consultants, and a variety of stakeholders on strategies to integrate with and better utilize enterprise IT solutions.
Provides leadership to administrators, senior managers, supervisors, and / or professional staff on complex business and IT initiatives. Conducts meetings to resolve issues, provide progress reports, and set priorities for automation within the administration. Oversee and help implement a comprehensive Medicaid Enterprise System (MES) technology modernization strategy, including Vendor Relationship Management.
Lead day‑to‑day management of the enterprise architecture organization to provide end‑to‑end architecture oversight, new technology evaluation, and solutions governance for risk mitigation.
Identifies major resources constraints that impact implementation of desired organizational and IT goals. Increase the accessibility to data for analysis / analytics, reporting, and open data publishing. Increase capacity to conduct analytics and analysis in support of key initiatives and projects. Ensure IT regulatory compliance with state and federal partners.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs) : Knowledge :
Extensive knowledge of the principles and practices of management, including planning, organizing, directing, motivating, controlling and decision‑making
Extensive knowledge of information technology policies, practices, and processes specifically as it relates to business intelligence, data security, application development, customer support and IT infrastructure management
Broad and generally deep understanding of all facets of management and leadership, as well as a vision for the specific business program / function being managed
Organization’s methodologies and tools
Policies and procedures
Leadership, leading teams to manage multiple projects and collaborating on business practices
Project management, vendor management, operational change management, IT Governance
Skills :
Building and maintaining professional business relationships
Enterprise architecture and transformation Information technology planning, systems architecture and process transformation data analytics and data Management
Business intelligence, project management. analyzing general, statistical, and technical reports, improving the government operations
Technology and understanding of solutions that support spatial and non‑spatial data analysis, data management, and data architectures
Large‑scale project planning and team(s) management (setting and meeting goals, setting timelines, updating managers and team members on status, etc)
Excellent communication (written and verbal)
Managing large projects - Excellent presentation skills
Abilities :
Create and maintain good working relationships and collaborations with an array of personality types and interests
Balance, prioritize and organize multiple tasks
Work collaboratively in teams and across organizations
Synthesize feedback and adjust plans accordingly
Communicate and present information in a variety of formats at various levels of the organizations and to customers and stakeholders inside and outside of the organization
Manage large teams
Apply creative solutions to business problems to ensure business needs are most effectively met
Effectively articulate the relationship of the department to other business units in the organization
Understand and anticipate needs and priorities of both internal and external customers, integrate new concepts, practices, and emerging technologies into strategic planning process
Qualifications : Minimum :
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Management or closely related field and 2 years of management experience in a business analysis or related technical role; or 6-8 years related technical experience to include 2 years of related management experience.
Pre‑Employment Requirements :
Successfully pass fingerprint background check, prior employment verifications and reference checks; employment is contingent upon completion of the above‑mentioned process and the agency’s ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.
Travel may be required for State business. Employees who drive on state business must complete any required driver training (see Arizona Administrative Code .)
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply :
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E‑Verify).
Benefits :
10 paid holidays per year
Paid Vacation and Sick time off (13 and 12 days per year respectively) - start earning it your 1st day (prorated for part‑time employees)
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly‑placed foster / adopted child. Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here.
Other Leaves - Bereavement, civic duty, and military.
A top‑ranked retirement program with lifetime pension benefits
A robust and affordable insurance plan, including medical, dental, life, and disability insurance
Participation eligibility in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (must meet qualifications)
RideShare and Public Transit Subsidy
A variety of learning and career development opportunities
By providing the option of a full‑time or part‑time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work / life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our
Retirement : Lifetime Pension Benefit Program
Administered through the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
Defined benefit plan that provides for life‑long income upon retirement.
Required participation for Long‑Term Disability (LTD) and ASRS Retirement plan.
Pre‑taxed payroll contributions begin after a 27‑week waiting period (prior contributions may waive the waiting period).
Deferred Retirement Compensation Program
Voluntary participation.
Program administered through Nationwide.
Tax‑deferred retirement investments through payroll deductions.
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A great benefit of working for the State of Arizona is a fantastic work / life balance. State employees enjoy challenging work, popular remote work options, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, and career growth opportunities.
What You’ll Do To Contribute to Agency Success : The Chief Technology Officer is a leader that creates and executes digital, application, software, data and analytics strategies to drive business value. In addition, this position is responsible for architectural vision to align IT to strategic business needs and goals appropriately. You will design the infrastructure for existing software / application programs, products, and services including enterprise architecture, and third‑party software as a service (SaaS) management. Additionally, you will lead the development of technology capability roadmaps, day‑to‑day management of the agency infrastructure. You’ll create the direction and standards for optimizing the cost, risk, and value of applications / software throughout their life cycle. Lead day‑to‑day management of the enterprise architecture organization to provide end‑to‑end architecture oversight, new technology evaluation, and solutions governance. Drive the creation of new standards and best practices as technology evolves; communicate and drive adoption across the agency. This leadership position will mentor and direct teams, oversee and develop new technologies, devise and coordinate with multiple stakeholders. Identifies major resources constraints that impact implementation of desired organizational goals; develops plans and delivers results in a fast‑changing environment and provides input to functional or departmental strategy. The position manages a team of software engineers, product managers, solution architects, and system analysts.
The Chief Technology officer will implement and manage a comprehensive, centralized and progressive Enterprise‑wide technology modernization strategy. Support Enterprise‑wide systems and platforms; make recommendations for integration of incongruent systems for data sharing and consistency. Increase capacity to conduct analytics and analysis in support of key initiatives and projects. You will manage the reliable and consistent creation of linkages and workflow between multiple enterprise systems. As the Chief Technology Officer, you will lead efforts to improve quality. In addition to the above responsibilities this position will lead the implementation of major software and system replacements and system modernizations. In addition to managing the technical teams you will also manage the project management office. Within the PMO there are managers, supervisors, project managers, vendor managers and operational change managers.
Major duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to :
Create and execute digital, application / software, data and analytics strategies to drive business value. In addition, this position is responsible for architectural vision to align IT to strategic business needs and goals appropriately. Assignments include project management of new development and modifications and maintenance to existing systems. Participates as a member of the executive leadership team for strategic planning and governance oversight.
Lead a project management office that consists of project management, vendor management, operational change management and IT governance.
Helps to lead division and agency IT strategy. Directs the development of feasibility studies for correcting, modifying and enhancing enterprise‑wide IT programs, and associated systems and subsystems. Advise leadership, consultants, and a variety of stakeholders on strategies to integrate with and better utilize enterprise IT solutions.
Provides leadership to administrators, senior managers, supervisors, and / or professional staff on complex business and IT initiatives. Conducts meetings to resolve issues, provide progress reports, and set priorities for automation within the administration. Oversee and help implement a comprehensive Medicaid Enterprise System (MES) technology modernization strategy, including Vendor Relationship Management.
Lead day‑to‑day management of the enterprise architecture organization to provide end‑to‑end architecture oversight, new technology evaluation, and solutions governance for risk mitigation.
Identifies major resources constraints that impact implementation of desired organizational and IT goals. Increase the accessibility to data for analysis / analytics, reporting, and open data publishing. Increase capacity to conduct analytics and analysis in support of key initiatives and projects. Ensure IT regulatory compliance with state and federal partners.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs) : Knowledge :
Extensive knowledge of the principles and practices of management, including planning, organizing, directing, motivating, controlling and decision‑making
Extensive knowledge of information technology policies, practices, and processes specifically as it relates to business intelligence, data security, application development, customer support and IT infrastructure management
Broad and generally deep understanding of all facets of management and leadership, as well as a vision for the specific business program / function being managed
Organization’s methodologies and tools
Policies and procedures
Leadership, leading teams to manage multiple projects and collaborating on business practices
Project management, vendor management, operational change management, IT Governance
Skills :
Building and maintaining professional business relationships
Enterprise architecture and transformation Information technology planning, systems architecture and process transformation data analytics and data Management
Business intelligence, project management. analyzing general, statistical, and technical reports, improving the government operations
Technology and understanding of solutions that support spatial and non‑spatial data analysis, data management, and data architectures
Large‑scale project planning and team(s) management (setting and meeting goals, setting timelines, updating managers and team members on status, etc)
Excellent communication (written and verbal)
Managing large projects - Excellent presentation skills
Abilities :
Create and maintain good working relationships and collaborations with an array of personality types and interests
Balance, prioritize and organize multiple tasks
Work collaboratively in teams and across organizations
Synthesize feedback and adjust plans accordingly
Communicate and present information in a variety of formats at various levels of the organizations and to customers and stakeholders inside and outside of the organization
Manage large teams
Apply creative solutions to business problems to ensure business needs are most effectively met
Effectively articulate the relationship of the department to other business units in the organization
Understand and anticipate needs and priorities of both internal and external customers, integrate new concepts, practices, and emerging technologies into strategic planning process
Qualifications : Minimum :
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Management or closely related field and 2 years of management experience in a business analysis or related technical role; or 6-8 years related technical experience to include 2 years of related management experience.
Pre‑Employment Requirements :
Successfully pass fingerprint background check, prior employment verifications and reference checks; employment is contingent upon completion of the above‑mentioned process and the agency’s ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.
Travel may be required for State business. Employees who drive on state business must complete any required driver training (see Arizona Administrative Code .)
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply :
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E‑Verify).
Benefits :
10 paid holidays per year
Paid Vacation and Sick time off (13 and 12 days per year respectively) - start earning it your 1st day (prorated for part‑time employees)
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly‑placed foster / adopted child. Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here.
Other Leaves - Bereavement, civic duty, and military.
A top‑ranked retirement program with lifetime pension benefits
A robust and affordable insurance plan, including medical, dental, life, and disability insurance
Participation eligibility in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (must meet qualifications)
RideShare and Public Transit Subsidy
A variety of learning and career development opportunities
By providing the option of a full‑time or part‑time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work / life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our
Retirement : Lifetime Pension Benefit Program
Administered through the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
Defined benefit plan that provides for life‑long income upon retirement.
Required participation for Long‑Term Disability (LTD) and ASRS Retirement plan.
Pre‑taxed payroll contributions begin after a 27‑week waiting period (prior contributions may waive the waiting period).
Deferred Retirement Compensation Program
Voluntary participation.
Program administered through Nationwide.
Tax‑deferred retirement investments through payroll deductions.
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