Head of IT - Remote (m/w/d)

Deputy Chief Information OfficerCoconino County is seeking an experienced technology leader to serve as the Deputy Chief Information Officer within the Information Technology Department. Reporting directly to the Chief Information Officer, the Deputy CIO serves as a key member of the department's executive leadership team, helping shape the County's technology vision and strategy.We are looking for a collaborative and approachable leader who builds trust, develops staff, and creates high-performing teams while staying connected to the people doing the work. The successful candidate will bring a strong technical background, strategic thinking, and practical leadership. They will be comfortable asking difficult questions, delegating effectively and reviewing outcomes, challenging assumptions, and making sound decisions to ensure the County's technology can meet both current and future needs.The Deputy CIO will lead and oversee the advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AI) initiatives, digital transformation, enterprise business applications, cloud services, datacenter operations, telecommunications, disaster recovery, infrastructure modernization, and other strategic technology initiatives supporting more than 1,900 employees across more than 35 County departments. As one of two Deputy Chief Information Officers, this position works collaboratively with the CIO, fellow Deputy CIO, CISO, IT Managers, and County leadership to establish strategic priorities, lead enterprise technology initiatives, and deliver reliable, resilient, and customer-focused technology services.This collaborative leadership model reflects Coconino County's commitment to investing in technology as a strategic business partner. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to influence County-wide technology decisions, mentor future leaders, build strong partnerships across the organization, and help shape the future of local government technology while improving how Coconino County serves its employees, residents, and communities.Work Arrangement: This is an in-office position. Limited remote work may be authorized on an occasional basis, subject to operational needs, and requires prior approval from the Deputy Chief Information Officer or Chief Information Officer.Background Requirement: This position will require the successful completion of a Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) fingerprint and background clearance within 90 days of employment; this must be maintained throughout employment.Coconino County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.