Information Systems Director/Chief Information Officer

About the position

San Joaquin County is seeking an experienced and innovative information systems professional to serve as the County’s Information Systems Director/Chief Information Officer. The Information Systems Director provides leadership for the County on all matters involving County information technology, including communications systems, and directs the activities of the Information Systems Division. Technology has become an essential part of every aspect of County Governance and the Information Systems Director will advise County leadership on the overall direction, strategy, policy, and allocation of information technology resources.

The ideal Candidate

The ideal Information Systems Director candidate should demonstrate excellent leadership and management skills and possess expert knowledge of all the latest information systems technology trends. Especially key is experience in and understanding of the complex and intricate nature of government technology and infrastructure needs. An ideal candidate will also possess experience developing and managing a large departmental budget. A Master’s Degree and seven years of administrative or management experience in an information technology environment is desirable.

Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s Degree in computer science, public or business administration, or a closely related field.

Experience: Seven years of administrative or management work experience in a full-service information technology environment with at least five years with responsibility for development, management, and utilization of all types of information technology resources.

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