State of Colorado
Chief Technology Officer (Remote from anywhere in CO)
State of Colorado, Denver, Colorado, United States
Chief Technology Officer (Remote from anywhere in CO)
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The work of employees at the Governor’s Office of Information Technology (OIT) is challenging and diverse because the needs of agencies, customers and Coloradans constantly evolve. Our focus never changes: improve the lives of all Coloradans through innovation and collaboration. We’re building one of the nation’s leading government IT organizations by reimagining how we support agencies, building first‑of‑their‑kind applications, and creating an inclusive, collaborative culture, together. Join us in the important work of providing equitable access to services.
Responsibilities
Defining the services offered by OIT and determining how those services are provided, specifically whether they are “owned,” “provided,” or “guided” (assuming they are offered at all).
Providing that which the agencies demand – deep technical expertise – through the lens of agency strategic objectives.
Providing a lifecycle management approach to all IT assets so that the total cost of ownership is understood and accounted for and the State of Colorado is improving the health of its technology balance sheet from year to year.
Overseeing all technology services, product analysis, and software architecture activities as well as influencing statewide IT policies and future projects.
Driving IT innovation across the State of Colorado, including standards around application development, software, hardware, data, and networking technologies.
Responsibility for technology standards across all government agencies, including but not limited to all applications and enterprise architecture.
Overseeing the technology architecture and application support and development of more than 1,000 state‑wide applications, ranging from Medicaid to Unemployment Insurance to Public Safety to Cattle Branding.
Motivating cross‑functional teams to effectively deliver complex projects with an agile mindset.
Actively engaging to improve leadership skills, develop others, and foster inclusivity through training, development and group training on topics of inclusive leadership.
Minimum Qualifications
A minimum of ten (10) years experience leading the operations of at least two of these functions: Network Services, Technology Operations, Applications Development, Service Delivery, Technology Strategy, Customer Relationship Management, or comparable.
A minimum of seven (7) years experience managing staff in a large, matrixed environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Public sector experience.
Prior technical executive leadership experience.
Relevant certifications (ITIL, PMP, Change Management, ScrumMaster, etc).
Proven success executing tactical and strategic goals across a broad range of IT and business stakeholders.
Conditions of Employment
OIT candidates and employees must comply with any screening procedures in place at state entity locations where they might be required to perform work.
A pre‑employment background check will be conducted as part of the selection process.
Positions supporting some agencies such as the Department of Corrections and the Department of Public Safety will also require a pre‑employment drug test.
This position may require travel within the specified geographic area, and to locations across the state as needed.
This position may require on‑call duties as needed by the position.
Remote Work Requirements
The position is advertised as remote from anywhere in CO; periodic reporting to the primary state work location designated for the position is required.
All remote work must be performed in Colorado.
While candidates from out of state may be considered, the selected candidate must relocate and reside in Colorado on the first day of their new position. A reasonable relocation timeframe will be established on an individual basis.
The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non‑discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.
The Governor’s Office of Information Technology is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre‑employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADA Coordinator at OIT_HR@state.co.us or call (303) 764‑7900.
This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies based upon business need. The Governor's Office of Information Technology does NOT offer sponsored visas for employment purposes.
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The work of employees at the Governor’s Office of Information Technology (OIT) is challenging and diverse because the needs of agencies, customers and Coloradans constantly evolve. Our focus never changes: improve the lives of all Coloradans through innovation and collaboration. We’re building one of the nation’s leading government IT organizations by reimagining how we support agencies, building first‑of‑their‑kind applications, and creating an inclusive, collaborative culture, together. Join us in the important work of providing equitable access to services.
Responsibilities
Defining the services offered by OIT and determining how those services are provided, specifically whether they are “owned,” “provided,” or “guided” (assuming they are offered at all).
Providing that which the agencies demand – deep technical expertise – through the lens of agency strategic objectives.
Providing a lifecycle management approach to all IT assets so that the total cost of ownership is understood and accounted for and the State of Colorado is improving the health of its technology balance sheet from year to year.
Overseeing all technology services, product analysis, and software architecture activities as well as influencing statewide IT policies and future projects.
Driving IT innovation across the State of Colorado, including standards around application development, software, hardware, data, and networking technologies.
Responsibility for technology standards across all government agencies, including but not limited to all applications and enterprise architecture.
Overseeing the technology architecture and application support and development of more than 1,000 state‑wide applications, ranging from Medicaid to Unemployment Insurance to Public Safety to Cattle Branding.
Motivating cross‑functional teams to effectively deliver complex projects with an agile mindset.
Actively engaging to improve leadership skills, develop others, and foster inclusivity through training, development and group training on topics of inclusive leadership.
Minimum Qualifications
A minimum of ten (10) years experience leading the operations of at least two of these functions: Network Services, Technology Operations, Applications Development, Service Delivery, Technology Strategy, Customer Relationship Management, or comparable.
A minimum of seven (7) years experience managing staff in a large, matrixed environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Public sector experience.
Prior technical executive leadership experience.
Relevant certifications (ITIL, PMP, Change Management, ScrumMaster, etc).
Proven success executing tactical and strategic goals across a broad range of IT and business stakeholders.
Conditions of Employment
OIT candidates and employees must comply with any screening procedures in place at state entity locations where they might be required to perform work.
A pre‑employment background check will be conducted as part of the selection process.
Positions supporting some agencies such as the Department of Corrections and the Department of Public Safety will also require a pre‑employment drug test.
This position may require travel within the specified geographic area, and to locations across the state as needed.
This position may require on‑call duties as needed by the position.
Remote Work Requirements
The position is advertised as remote from anywhere in CO; periodic reporting to the primary state work location designated for the position is required.
All remote work must be performed in Colorado.
While candidates from out of state may be considered, the selected candidate must relocate and reside in Colorado on the first day of their new position. A reasonable relocation timeframe will be established on an individual basis.
The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non‑discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.
The Governor’s Office of Information Technology is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre‑employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADA Coordinator at OIT_HR@state.co.us or call (303) 764‑7900.
This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies based upon business need. The Governor's Office of Information Technology does NOT offer sponsored visas for employment purposes.
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