Chief Technology Officer
- Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction
- Columbus, Ohio
- Full Time
Chief Technology Officer (25000543)
Chief Technology Officer
(25000543)
Organization: Department of Children and Youth
Agency Contact Name and Information: Sydney Flora
Unposting Date: Jul 18, 2025, 9:59:00 PM
Work Location: Children&Youth N. High Complex 246 North High Street Columbus 43215
Primary Location: United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus
Compensation: Dependent on Qualifications and Experience
Schedule: Full-time
Work Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm
Classified Indicator: Unclassified
Union: Exempt from Union
Primary Job Skill: Executive Leadership
Technical Skills: Executive Leadership
Professional Skills: Leading Others
Agency Overview
About us:
Our mission is to promote positive, lifelong outcomes for Ohio youth through early intervention, quality education, and family support programs. At DCY, we offer our employees a rewarding work experience in public service helping Ohioans achieve a sustainable lifestyle that includes generous benefit options and a flexible work life balance making our agency a great place to work!
To learn more about DCY, please visit our website atDepartment of Children and Youth | Ohio.gov.
DCY's core hours of operation are Mon-Fri from 8:00am to 5:00pm, however, daily start/end times may vary based on operational need across DCY divisions. Employees may begin as early as 7:00am & as late as 9:00am, based on supervisory approval. This position performs work on-site daily at DCY's office space.
Job Description
Under administrative direction, assists Chief Information Officer (CIO) in the Divison of Information Technology (IT) with responsibility to direct, manage, and oversee Application Development, Infrastructure and Operations within IT; partners with members of the leadership team in governance, strategy, and processes to support the advancement of the agency through the use of technology; lead strategic enterprise technology planning to achieve business goals by prioritizing need, providing oversight of evaluation, deployment, and reliability of technology platforms; develop and communicate technology strategies, goals, objectives and plans to leadership team, staff, suppliers, customers, and stakeholders; develops the technical roadmap and architecture for the agency; oversee the establishment and enforcement of policies, procedures, and associated plans for technology assets based on industry-standard best practices; develops best practices and strategies for driving innovation within the organization, including establishing effective measurement systems to evaluate the impact of innovation; ensures technology investments are consistent with desired architecture and enterprise approach; provide definition and standards for acquiring and implementing new software, hardware, network, and operating systems; works to provide a cohesive strategy for enterprise systems to produce advanced technology solutions and reducing total cost of technology ownership; works closely with information security to fully secure information, computer, network, and processing systems; develop, track, and control the department's annual operating and capital budgets for purchasing, staffing, and operations; remain informed on trends and issues in the technology industry, including current and emerging technologies and cost; advise, counsel, and educate executive and management teams on their relative importance and financial impact; oversees the architecture review board and ensures changes to the environment of are controlled and appropriate; interfaces with Department of Administrative Services (DAS) and other external entities to execute on strategy, goals, and objectives; meets with stakeholders to discuss projects and/or technology related issues.
Supervises assigned staff (e.g., assigns work and provides direction; makes recommendations for hire; reviews work and pro-vides feedback; establishes employee goals; conducts performance evaluations; monitors and evaluates staff performance; approves/disapproves requests for leave; recommends disciplinary action; conducts staff meetings; encourages staff development).
Performs other related duties as assigned (e.g., participates in and conducts meetings; travels to attend trainings, conferences, and workshops; updates knowledge of technology products and solutions; participates in industry and other professional networks to ensure awareness of industry standards, trends, innovations, and best practices; prepares required administrative reports and correspondences; operates personal computer to produce correspondence, reports, and other documents; maintains logs, records, and files).
Why Work for the State of Ohio
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
Medical Coverage
Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
Qualifications
Educational Background: A bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, or a related field is often required.
Experience: Extensive experience in technology leadership roles, 8+ years, including managing teams and overseeing large-scale projects. Proven track record of implementing technology strategies and driving innovation.
Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of software development, IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies. Familiarity with industry-specific tools and platforms.
Leadership Skills: Strong ability to lead cross-functional teams and collaborate with other executives. Excellent communication skills to articulate technical strategies to non-technical stakeholders.
Strategic Thinking: Ability to align technology initiatives with business goals and long-term organizational strategies. Experience in budgeting and resource allocation for technology investments.
Problem-Solving Abilities: Expertise in identifying and addressing technological challenges and opportunities.
Job Skills: Executive Leadership
Supplemental Information
The compensation for this position will depend on qualifications commensurate with experience.
All answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the work experience/education provided on your civil service application. Attachments will not be considered as part of your application.
Selection devices such as a structured interview, proficiency instrument, and/or assessment may be required for this position. Applicants must demonstrate proficiency with a passing score of applicable selection device to be considered for this position. Regardless of a passing or failing score, all results will be maintained for 6 months. Applicant with a passing score will be retained and utilized for a 6-month period. Applicant with a failing score in the same position may not re-take the same selection device for a 6-month period.
Travel required, as needed. Must provide own transportation or in order to operate a state vehicle, you must have a valid driver's license.
Chief Technology Officer
(25000543)
Organization: Department of Children and Youth
Agency Contact Name and Information: Sydney Flora
Unposting Date: Jul 18, 2025, 9:59:00 PM
Work Location: Children&Youth N. High Complex 246 North High Street Columbus 43215
Primary Location: United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus
Compensation: Dependent on Qualifications and Experience
Schedule: Full-time
Work Hours: 8:00am-5:00pm
Classified Indicator: Unclassified
Union: Exempt from Union
Primary Job Skill: Executive Leadership
Technical Skills: Executive Leadership
Professional Skills: Leading Others
Agency Overview
About us:
Our mission is to promote positive, lifelong outcomes for Ohio youth through early intervention, quality education, and family support programs. At DCY, we offer our employees a rewarding work experience in public service helping Ohioans achieve a sustainable lifestyle that includes generous benefit options and a flexible work life balance making our agency a great place to work!
To learn more about DCY, please visit our website atDepartment of Children and Youth | Ohio.gov.
DCY's core hours of operation are Mon-Fri from 8:00am to 5:00pm, however, daily start/end times may vary based on operational need across DCY divisions. Employees may begin as early as 7:00am & as late as 9:00am, based on supervisory approval. This position performs work on-site daily at DCY's office space.
Job Description
Under administrative direction, assists Chief Information Officer (CIO) in the Divison of Information Technology (IT) with responsibility to direct, manage, and oversee Application Development, Infrastructure and Operations within IT; partners with members of the leadership team in governance, strategy, and processes to support the advancement of the agency through the use of technology; lead strategic enterprise technology planning to achieve business goals by prioritizing need, providing oversight of evaluation, deployment, and reliability of technology platforms; develop and communicate technology strategies, goals, objectives and plans to leadership team, staff, suppliers, customers, and stakeholders; develops the technical roadmap and architecture for the agency; oversee the establishment and enforcement of policies, procedures, and associated plans for technology assets based on industry-standard best practices; develops best practices and strategies for driving innovation within the organization, including establishing effective measurement systems to evaluate the impact of innovation; ensures technology investments are consistent with desired architecture and enterprise approach; provide definition and standards for acquiring and implementing new software, hardware, network, and operating systems; works to provide a cohesive strategy for enterprise systems to produce advanced technology solutions and reducing total cost of technology ownership; works closely with information security to fully secure information, computer, network, and processing systems; develop, track, and control the department's annual operating and capital budgets for purchasing, staffing, and operations; remain informed on trends and issues in the technology industry, including current and emerging technologies and cost; advise, counsel, and educate executive and management teams on their relative importance and financial impact; oversees the architecture review board and ensures changes to the environment of are controlled and appropriate; interfaces with Department of Administrative Services (DAS) and other external entities to execute on strategy, goals, and objectives; meets with stakeholders to discuss projects and/or technology related issues.
Supervises assigned staff (e.g., assigns work and provides direction; makes recommendations for hire; reviews work and pro-vides feedback; establishes employee goals; conducts performance evaluations; monitors and evaluates staff performance; approves/disapproves requests for leave; recommends disciplinary action; conducts staff meetings; encourages staff development).
Performs other related duties as assigned (e.g., participates in and conducts meetings; travels to attend trainings, conferences, and workshops; updates knowledge of technology products and solutions; participates in industry and other professional networks to ensure awareness of industry standards, trends, innovations, and best practices; prepares required administrative reports and correspondences; operates personal computer to produce correspondence, reports, and other documents; maintains logs, records, and files).
Why Work for the State of Ohio
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
Medical Coverage
Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
Qualifications
Educational Background: A bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, or a related field is often required.
Experience: Extensive experience in technology leadership roles, 8+ years, including managing teams and overseeing large-scale projects. Proven track record of implementing technology strategies and driving innovation.
Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of software development, IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies. Familiarity with industry-specific tools and platforms.
Leadership Skills: Strong ability to lead cross-functional teams and collaborate with other executives. Excellent communication skills to articulate technical strategies to non-technical stakeholders.
Strategic Thinking: Ability to align technology initiatives with business goals and long-term organizational strategies. Experience in budgeting and resource allocation for technology investments.
Problem-Solving Abilities: Expertise in identifying and addressing technological challenges and opportunities.
Job Skills: Executive Leadership
Supplemental Information
The compensation for this position will depend on qualifications commensurate with experience.
All answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the work experience/education provided on your civil service application. Attachments will not be considered as part of your application.
Selection devices such as a structured interview, proficiency instrument, and/or assessment may be required for this position. Applicants must demonstrate proficiency with a passing score of applicable selection device to be considered for this position. Regardless of a passing or failing score, all results will be maintained for 6 months. Applicant with a passing score will be retained and utilized for a 6-month period. Applicant with a failing score in the same position may not re-take the same selection device for a 6-month period.
Travel required, as needed. Must provide own transportation or in order to operate a state vehicle, you must have a valid driver's license.
Job ID: 485125580
Originally Posted on: 7/14/2025
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