State of Maryland
Chief Information Officer (PROGRAM MANAGER SENIOR IV)
State of Maryland, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276
Introduction
If you are looking for an exciting career with great benefits, pension, generous leave, competitive salary, and the opportunity for advancement and professional growth, apply to join the DPSCS team today! The Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS) is seeking dedicated candidates to fill important roles within our department. We are one of the largest departments in Maryland with nearly 12,000 employees and a budget of more than $1 billion. In order to fulfill our mission of promoting safety, we have increased security at our institutions while leading the way in innovative restorative justice projects that will help offenders reintegrate into society upon release. As a member of the DPSCS team, you can have a fulfilling career, while also enjoying a wide range of benefits such as medical and dental coverage, paid time off (i.e. vacation, sick leave), becoming vested in the State pension, supplemental retirement options, and even joining the Maryland State Employees Credit Union. This is a Management Services position with the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services. The incumbent serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.
LOCATION OF POSITION 6776 Reisterstown Road Baltimore, MD 21215
POSITION DUTIES This position is the Chief Information Officer (CIO) of the Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services. The position is responsible for leadership and strategic direction of the Department's sizeable and growing information technology and telecommunications needs. The position functions as senior‑level management, with cross‑functional areas and indirect responsibility for systems and business units indirectly supervised by this position. It manages the business relationship among the programs of the Department, external stakeholders, and IT service delivery.
Responsibilities
Develop a Departmental information technology plan that is consistent with the statewide IT strategic plan.
Formulate an IT policy and standards for internal operations.
Oversee major IT projects, training and knowledge transfer initiatives.
Institute monitoring procedures.
Interface the Department's IT program with the Department's business processes.
Develop partnerships with other departments to address common IT needs and goals.
Manage the IT budget, personnel, and fiscal resources.
Oversee all IT procurements, including Requests‑for‑Proposals (RFPs) and Invitations‑for‑Bids (IFBs).
Evaluate and transfer technology.
Develop current technology architecture.
Serve as the liaison for the Department and the State regarding criminal justice information and integration.
Oversee plans for reinvestment in technology.
Provide strategic planning, leadership and organizational advisement and direction.
Executive oversight of the Central Repository (Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS)).
Oversee the Department’s network and computing infrastructure, including the data center operations.
Manage the contracts for all IT‑related systems, equipment, etc.
Direct the planning, development, deployment and maintenance of DPSCS IT infrastructure.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
5 years of project management experience.
5 years of experience using or managing CJIS while working for a public safety entity.
5 years of experience as an IT Director.
3 years of experience with IT procurement and contract management in the public sector.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Possession of a certificate as a Project Management Professional (PMP).
5 years of experience managing a 24/7 environment.
5 years as a service delivery manager.
3 years of experience with IT procurement and contract management in Maryland State government.
Experience with deployment and support of equipment for a large teleworking force.
Experience successfully transitioning an organization from paper to digital files.
EXAMINATION PROCESS The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.
BENEFITS As an employee of the State of Maryland, you will have access to outstanding benefits, including: health insurance, dental, and vision plans offered at a low cost.
Personal Leave
– new State employees are awarded six (6) personal days annually (prorated based on start date).
Annual Leave
– ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year.
Sick Leave
– fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year.
Parental Leave
– up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child.
Holidays
– State employees also celebrate at least twelve (12) holidays per year.
Pension
– State employees earn credit toward a retirement pension.
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application and supplemental questionnaire may be emailed to mistyd.jackson@maryland.gov. Paper application materials must be received in our office by the closing date for the recruitment. If you are submitting additional information, the preferred method is to upload it with your application. All uploaded additional information must be received by the closing date and time. If you are unable to upload, please email the requested information to mistyd.jackson@maryland.gov. Only additional materials that are requested will be accepted for this recruitment.
If you are having difficulties with submitting your online application, please contact the DBM Recruitment and Examination Division at Application.Help@maryland.gov or 410‑767‑4850.
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.
People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.
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LOCATION OF POSITION 6776 Reisterstown Road Baltimore, MD 21215
POSITION DUTIES This position is the Chief Information Officer (CIO) of the Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services. The position is responsible for leadership and strategic direction of the Department's sizeable and growing information technology and telecommunications needs. The position functions as senior‑level management, with cross‑functional areas and indirect responsibility for systems and business units indirectly supervised by this position. It manages the business relationship among the programs of the Department, external stakeholders, and IT service delivery.
Responsibilities
Develop a Departmental information technology plan that is consistent with the statewide IT strategic plan.
Formulate an IT policy and standards for internal operations.
Oversee major IT projects, training and knowledge transfer initiatives.
Institute monitoring procedures.
Interface the Department's IT program with the Department's business processes.
Develop partnerships with other departments to address common IT needs and goals.
Manage the IT budget, personnel, and fiscal resources.
Oversee all IT procurements, including Requests‑for‑Proposals (RFPs) and Invitations‑for‑Bids (IFBs).
Evaluate and transfer technology.
Develop current technology architecture.
Serve as the liaison for the Department and the State regarding criminal justice information and integration.
Oversee plans for reinvestment in technology.
Provide strategic planning, leadership and organizational advisement and direction.
Executive oversight of the Central Repository (Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS)).
Oversee the Department’s network and computing infrastructure, including the data center operations.
Manage the contracts for all IT‑related systems, equipment, etc.
Direct the planning, development, deployment and maintenance of DPSCS IT infrastructure.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
5 years of project management experience.
5 years of experience using or managing CJIS while working for a public safety entity.
5 years of experience as an IT Director.
3 years of experience with IT procurement and contract management in the public sector.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Possession of a certificate as a Project Management Professional (PMP).
5 years of experience managing a 24/7 environment.
5 years as a service delivery manager.
3 years of experience with IT procurement and contract management in Maryland State government.
Experience with deployment and support of equipment for a large teleworking force.
Experience successfully transitioning an organization from paper to digital files.
EXAMINATION PROCESS The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.
BENEFITS As an employee of the State of Maryland, you will have access to outstanding benefits, including: health insurance, dental, and vision plans offered at a low cost.
Personal Leave
– new State employees are awarded six (6) personal days annually (prorated based on start date).
Annual Leave
– ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year.
Sick Leave
– fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year.
Parental Leave
– up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child.
Holidays
– State employees also celebrate at least twelve (12) holidays per year.
Pension
– State employees earn credit toward a retirement pension.
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application and supplemental questionnaire may be emailed to mistyd.jackson@maryland.gov. Paper application materials must be received in our office by the closing date for the recruitment. If you are submitting additional information, the preferred method is to upload it with your application. All uploaded additional information must be received by the closing date and time. If you are unable to upload, please email the requested information to mistyd.jackson@maryland.gov. Only additional materials that are requested will be accepted for this recruitment.
If you are having difficulties with submitting your online application, please contact the DBM Recruitment and Examination Division at Application.Help@maryland.gov or 410‑767‑4850.
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.
People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.
#J-18808-Ljbffr