Information Technology Director jobs in Terre Haute, IN

Core Position Responsibilities as Chief Information Officer

• Strategic Management:
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the city's IT department, ensuring smooth functioning of all systems and services.
• Develop and implement IT policies, procedures, and standards to maintain efficiency, security, and compliance with relevant regulations.
• Lead and mentor a team of IT professionals to deliver high-quality support and solutions.
• Infrastructure Management:
• Manage the city's IT infrastructure, including networks, servers, and software applications, to meet the needs of various departments and ensure reliability and scalability.
• Plan and execute technology initiatives and projects within budget and timeline constraints.
• Stakeholder Collaboration:
• Collaborate with department heads and stakeholders to assess IT needs, prioritize projects, and allocate resources effectively to support city initiatives and goals.
• Serve as a liaison with external agencies, partners, and vendors on IT-related matters.
• Vendor Management:
• Manage vendor relationships and contracts for IT products and services, negotiating terms and ensuring compliance with service level agreements.
• Security and Compliance:
• Develop and maintain disaster recovery and business continuity plans to minimize disruptions and protect city data and operations.
• Ensure compliance with information security best practices and regulations.

Additional Position Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor a team of IT professionals, including system administrators, network engineers, project management, communications coordinator, and help desk staff, to deliver high-quality support and solutions.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development, staying abreast of emerging technologies, industry trends, and management best practices.
• Collaborative Leadership:
• Work proactively with other city officials to accomplish administration goals.
• Supports all aspects of the City’s computer systems.
• Maintains and plans the departmental budget.
• Supervises and directs IT staff.
• Establishes and maintains good rapport with software vendors.
• Negotiates contracts and prices with vendors and suppliers.
• Monitors and reports the IT intern’s work performance to applicable university.
• Assists City’s PC users with daily computer operations.
• Reviews and implements new software as requested.
• Recommends IT purchases.
• Monitors and establishes technical-internal communications, e.g., cell phones, radios.
• Ensures backup to the City’s computer systems.
• Establishes system accounts for City PC users.
• Orients new City’s PC users to available software.
• Monitors and ensures City computers are being used for business purposes.
• Monitors and ensures the City’s PC kept in good condition.
• Secures the information maintained on the City’s network system.
• Monitors junk mail and viruses being filtered through the City’s PCs.
• Tracks and maintains software licenses.
• Troubleshooting on software and equipment.
• Staffs and manages employees of the IT Department.

Core Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Required:

• Experience and Education:
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a managerial role in IT.
• Technical Skills:
• Comprehensive understanding of IT systems, infrastructure, and operations.
• Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools.
• Familiarity with various communications systems and devices.
• Leadership and Communication:
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Problem-Solving and Decision-Making:

· Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills w/ ability to multi-task.

• Continuous Learning:
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

Considerable ability to interact with staff at all levels.

· Marked ability to learn various software utilized within the City.

· Considerable ability to prioritize assignments.

· Excellent organizational skills.

· Working ability to operate standard office equipment.

· Excellent written and oral communication skills.

· Considerable ability to lead and influence others.

Special Consideration:

• Previous experience in the public sector – municipalities
• Familiarity with social media
• Familiarity with geographic information systems (GIS)
• Familiarity with cloud-based vs on-premises applications/solutions
• Familiarity with call center operations
• Experience in the Windows environment
• Familiarity with the Apple environment
• Willingness to travel on occasion
• Willingness to attend meetings after hours and on weekends

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to $80,132.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 5 years

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Terre Haute, IN 47807: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person