Chief Information Officer

Job Description and Duties

Under the broad direction of the LCI Chief Deputy Director, the LCI Career Executive Assignment (CEA), Chief Information Officer (CIO) has the overall responsibility for the information technology (IT) activities that support LCI’s critical lines of business. These activities include IT Project and Portfolio Management, Network and Client Services, Web and Application Development, IT Procurement and Contracting, IT Infrastructure, Security & Privacy Services, and oversight of the IT operations budget. The CIO is the highest-level IT authority within LCI and has broad authorization for formulating and implementing IT policies and practices which have significant impact on LCI Programs. The CIO is responsible for the development of the department’s IT strategic direction, technology operations, and technology recovery plans and programs that support and align with the business goals and objectives of the LCI.

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Working Conditions

Persons appointed to this position must be reasonably expected to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects weighing up to 10 lbs. with or without a reasonable accommodation. Involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Occasional/overnight travel up to 15% may be required.

Special Requirements

• Manage multiple and/or changing priorities in a heavy workload situation
• Follow through to ensure deadlines are met
• Tact and good judgement interacting professionally with all levels of management, staff, and the public.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Experience performing large scale IT program management
• Proven track record in project management and web development
• Knowledge of organization and functions of California State government, including the organization and practice of control agencies, Legislature, and the Executive Branch
• Ability to communicate effectively with others as demonstrated by strong written and verbal communication skills, strong negotiating skills, and the ability to represent LCI effectively with control agencies, key customers, stakeholders, LCI executive team, and internal staff
• Experience in contract solicitation, contract management, State IT procurement, Service Level Agreements (SLA), and Change Control Management
• Knowledge of the structure, organization, and function of a variety of technology disciplines, as well as local, State, and federal initiatives and programs
• Ability to anticipate and manage complex issues affecting many organizations, including the ability to develop policy and integrate all aspects of a strategy to assure resolution of issues
• Proven track record of gaining the confidence and trust of individuals in key positions in LCI’s customer base
• Ability to evaluate products from multiple perspectives (customers, stakeholders, vendors, best practices) in order to develop standard for product approvals
• Ability to develop/obtain consensus on policy direction that will ensure continuation of the development portion of projects and help ensure successful completion.

Benefits

There are many benefits to joining our team!

GO-SERVE employees are eligible for a number of benefits. Health benefits and leave programs are available for most employees. Benefit eligibility may depend on length of service and collective bargaining agreements. Benefit information can be found on the and websites.

Some added benefits GO-SERVE offers include:

• 11 paid holidays
• Alternate work schedules
• Flexible work hours
• Hybrid schedule
• Nearby cafes and restaurants
• Walking distance to public transit

Additional Application Instructions

Using the online application system as specified in the announcement is the preferred method of applying for civil service job opportunities; however, applicants may instead apply by way of U.S. mail, parcel delivery or courier service, or in person, as set forth in this announcement.

All information regarding your employment history must be included on the State Employment Application STD. 678. Applications that are submitted blank or with “see resume” in place of duties performed or applications received without the following information for each job entry will be considered incomplete and will not be accepted:

• "To" and "from" dates (month/day/year)
• Hours worked per week
• Private sector job titles
• Supervisor name and phone number
• Job duties performed
• State employees must list the specific departments for which they worked and indicate the specific civil service classification titles held (not working titles).

Transcripts

If you are meeting minimum qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts for verification. Foreign transcripts must include official verification of U.S. equivalency prior to appointment by an organization found here.

Personal Identifying Information Please do not include your Social Security Number, date of birth, veteran status, personal photos, LEAP information, or any other personally identifying information on any documents in your application package.

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications -

  A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ)is REQUIRED and MUST be submitted with your application to be considered for this position. Applications received without the SOQ will not be considered. Résumés in lieu of the SOQ will not be considered. 

  Refer to the SOQ Requirement Section of this job posting for the SOQ questions.