Chief Information Officer

Chief Information Officer

King County, Washington

Annual Salary $208,256 - $263,977

Are you looking to work for a county that values inclusiveness, forward-thinking, and ingenuity? Are you an empowering leader who inspires excellence from your team while upholding a strong ethical framework? Are you jazzed about living in an area known for its breathtaking views, dynamic culture, big tech industries, and giant industry players? Then, you have come to the right job opportunity! King County – one of the most creative, innovative, and diverse communities in the Pacific Northwest — is seeking a politically savvy, emotionally intelligent, and dynamic Chief Information Officer (CIO) to lead the County’s IT Department. In this role, you will be an organizational partner who ensures excellent IT services across the County and region. The CIO will lead a department of over 450 employees, oversee a biennium budget of $377 million, and ensure information technology services to a total of over 16,000 employees within 19 departments countywide. The next CIO will have strong business acumen and think strategically about finances, systems, and core functions of the Department. This involves managing a complex and large-scale IT department with unique business services, complex funding, and large-scale enterprise projects. If you have a strong commitment to customer service, a demonstrated history of getting things done, and understand that your people are your greatest asset, apply today!

See the full recruitment brochure: https://indd.adobe.com/view/f0bdd63b-1926-4633-b320-cbe320d4c510

THE JOB/ IDEAL CANDIDATE

The CIO will play a large role in the implementation of the King County Technology Strategic Plan and interfacing with the customers of KCIT to understand their information technology needs. This leader will be accountable for managing the KCIT service requirements of the Executive Branch customers and separately elected agencies and overseeing complex budgets and information technology projects. The primary goal of this position will be to identify needs and solutions, solve problems, and make things happen by leveraging technology and resources while implementing strategies and guiding principles which align with the business needs. This leader will interface with internal leadership, elected officials, local and federal regulatory agencies, as well as County staff, and an informed and engaged constituency.

The CIO will work collaboratively and relate to a diverse group of people up and down the organization, effectively maneuvering complex situations. This person will come equipped with a wealth of management and leadership expertise. The successful candidate must be able to quickly read talent and effectively and equitably manage the creative process in others. They need to be steadfast in the face of adversity, meeting it head on and creating an aligned and sustained motion to move the organization forward. They will motivate others to be even more confident in the vision and where we are headed. The CIO will be required to display their intellectual horsepower while continuing to drive for results, presenting the unvarnished truth in an appropriate and helpful manner in line with the core values of the organization.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

• Five years or more of leadership experience demonstrating the ability to supervise professional staff with equal and fair treatment to include setting performance expectations, providing coaching and feedback, giving performance appraisals, and administering discipline
• Five years of experience in IT operations, application development, networking, or other IT discipline

Desired:

• Bachelors’ Degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Systems, or an Engineering discipline
• Prior experience in public sector/government IT organization or serving public sector/government IT organizations
• Email to: [email protected]
• 541-664-0376
• · 866-929-WBCP (9227) – toll-free

SALARY AND BENEFITS: Annual Salary $208,256 - $263,977 DOE/DOQ and a generous benefits package

HOW TO APPLY: For first consideration, apply by September 20^th at: https://wbcpinc.com/job-board

SECURE THE DATES:

Selected candidates will need to be available for all dates outlined below:

-First round virtual interviews will take place on October 26^th (not all candidates will advance to a second interview, however, we want placeholders in the event that you advance)
-Second round virtual interviews will take place on October 28^th
-Advancing candidates will be asked back for a virtual meet and greet with staff on October 31^st
-Final in person interviews will take place on November 7^th