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Chief Information Officer

Job Description

The Chief Information Officer is responsible for developing an integrated technology strategy that includes network design and support, third-party applications, and business continuity. This will be accomplished through a thorough understanding of the EIA’s business processes and technology infrastructure, leadership of a high-performing team of specialists, and strategic partnerships with application suppliers. The IT department consists of 14 total employees and the CIO has direct supervision 4 – two IT Managers, one Senior IT Specialist, and one IT Specialist.

TOP THREE RESPONSIBILITIES AND VISION FOR SUCCESS

1) Development of a technology vision and strategy to support business objectives.
Success will include the development of a documented plan, which is reviewed and updated semi-annually with the CEO.

2) Leadership, management, and development of the Information Technology (IT) Department.
Success will include high performing teams with the required skills in place to meet department and organizational objectives.

3) Drive business process improvement across the organization.
Success will include the development of a documented plan, which is reviewed and updated semi-annually with the senior leadership team.

Job Requirements

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in a directly related field or equivalent and seven years increasingly responsible work in a directly related field; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job, including but not limited to:

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills for problem resolution and process development.
• Proven ability to coach, lead and support IT staff and effectively manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a team environment.
• Proficiency in the latest technology for IT systems and management, including advanced skills in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent understanding of the organization’s goals and objectives.
• Ability to conduct and direct research into IT issues and products as required.
• Ability to present ideas in business-friendly and user-friendly language.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and good public relations with other employees, agencies, members, and the public.
• Ability to be flexible, innovative and practical.

Benefits

A generous benefit package is provided including Public Employees Retirement System (PERS); a Section 125 Cafeteria Plan with a generous monthly allowance ($2,103 for 2019) from which coverage may be provided for the employee and their dependents for health, dental, and vision insurances; long-term disability and short-term disability insurance; life insurance; deferred compensation program (3% employer contribution); 13 paid holidays per year, and sick, vacation and management leaves. As a PERS participant, EIA employees are exempt from paying into Social Security, except for the Medicare portion of the cost.

Physical Requirements

Physical requirements of this position typically include: sitting for long periods of time, reaching, grasping, kneeling, talking, hearing, seeing, repetitive motions, exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move. Some travel is required.

Special Requirements

Possession of a valid State of California Driver’s License issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles, or the ability to obtain one within the first month of employment. Proof of auto insurance with no exclusion for business use is required.

INTERVIEW SCHEDULE
Applicants will be contacted regarding the status of their application during the week of March 11, 2018. Interviews for this position will be conducted the week of March 18, 2019.

Job Application

EOE