Chief Technology Officer 3 (026400)

Job Description

This position is open to All Applicants.

NOTE: The recruitment period for this vacancy has been broadened and extended to allow for a larger applicant pool.

The State of Alaska's Office of Information Technology is recruiting for a Chief Technology Officer 3.

The State of Alaska's Office of Information Technology (OIT) is actively seeking a skilled leader to serve as the Chief Technology Officer 3 for the Strategy and Agency Services (SAS) Section. In this critical role, you will be responsible for driving IT strategy, planning, and governance across the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Enterprise IT Strategy and Planning:

• Develop standardized processes, procedures, and systems to support strategic planning.

• Collaborate with departmental IT management and state IT governance to align departmental planning with statewide IT objectives.

• Ensure that underlying data informs the statewide IT planning process.

• Portfolio, Project Management, and Policy:

• Execute technology plans and programs.

• Identify and address key issues in SOA Systems development life cycles and governance processes.

• Draft and implement necessary IT policies and standards.

• Establish a common repository for documentation, hardware, software asset management, and application portfolio management.

• Standardize project management deliverables.

• Operational and IT Architecture Alignment:

• Develop technology roadmaps and architectural frameworks.

• Analyze alternatives for major IT acquisition programs.

• Enhance data analytics and performance management capabilities.

• Organizational Structure and Resource Alignment:

• Organize SAS personnel resources and operational functions.

• Supervise a team of 7 positions.

• Evaluate and optimize the organizational structure to support primary missions.

• Foster collaboration across departments.

• Provide mentorship and guidance to develop OIT IT leaders.

• Effective Communication:

• Engage with government officials, legislative representatives, and the public as needed.

The ideal candidate has:

• Experience in Managing Large Enterprise-Level IT Projects:

• Demonstrated ability to lead and oversee complex IT initiatives at an enterprise scale.

• Proven track record of successful project management, including budgeting, resource allocation, and risk management.

• Change Management and Leadership Motivation:

• Proficiency in navigating organizational change.

• Ability to motivate teams toward positive outcomes during periods of transition.

• Information Technology Business Analysis:

• Strong analytical skills with a focus on aligning technology solutions with business needs.

• Experience in assessing requirements, identifying gaps, and proposing effective solutions.

• Technical Background with a Commercial Execution Bias:

• Solid understanding of technology trends, architectures, and best practices.

• Ability to balance technical excellence with practical business considerations.

• Creative Thinking and Innovation:

• Adept at fostering innovation within IT teams.

• Ability to shape an identity of continuous improvement and forward-thinking.

• Proven Leadership in IT Strategy and Governance:

• Successful history of leading IT strategy development and execution.

• Familiarity with governance frameworks and policies.

Location: This position can be based in either Juneau or Anchorage, AK. Both locations offer a comfortable office setting within close walking distance to coffee shops, restaurants, and other amenities. Our friendly and flexible work culture emphasizes work/life balance and supports periodic remote work as mission allows.

Minimum Qualifications

Recommended Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in information technology, electronic communications, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, business administration, or a related field;

AND

Six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in information technology, electronic communications, or a related area, which included responsible project or organizational management with a demonstrated record of management expertise and thorough knowledge of the application of information technology and/or electronic communications.

Substitution:

Four (4) years of any combination of post-secondary education in information technology, electronic communications, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, business administration, or a related field; and/or work experience in information technology, electronic communications, analytics, computer engineering, software engineering, project management, or similar occupation will substitute for the required degree.

Special Note:

Positions in this job class are in the partially-exempt service per AS 39.25.130. Positions in the partially-exempt service are exempt from the recruitment processes required by AS 39.25.150(3)-(10) and employees serve at the discretion of the appointing authority. Partially-exempt positions are not covered by the terms of a collective bargaining agreement.

Additional Required Information

APSIN STATEMENT

Employment with Office of Information Technology is contingent upon successfully completing and maintaining an Alaska Public Safety Information Network (APSIN) background check and security clearance conducted by the Department of Public Safety. Fingerprinting is required.

EEO STATEMENT

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.

Contact Information

• The online application process has been turned off for this recruitment.*

Please submit your cover letter, resume, and location of choice via email or fax to:

Gail Thompson, Program Coordinator 2

gail.thompson@alaska.gov (email)

or

907-465-3450 (fax)

The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, changes in marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, or veteran status.

Careers with the State of Alaska offer MANY benefits

The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work.

For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an orientation video from Division of Retirement and Benefits. (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.)

Insurance Benefits

• Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental

• The following employee groups are under AlaskaCare Benefits administered by the State: See https://drb.alaska.gov/help/plans.html for additional information.

• AVTEC

• Confidential

• Correctional Officers

• Marine Engineers

• Mt. Edgecumbe Teachers

• Supervisory

• Unlicensed Vessel Personnel/Inland Boatman's Union

• Exempt employees (not covered by collective bargaining)

The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information.

• General Government

• Labor, Trades and Crafts

• Public Safety Employees Association

• Masters, Mates & Pilots

Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)

Optional Insurance Benefits

• Group-based insurance premiums for

• Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)

• Long-term and short-term disability

• Accidental Death and Dismemberment

• Long-term care (self and eligible family members)

• Supplemental Survivor Benefits

Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses

Retirement Benefits

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement System (TRS)

• Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees)

• Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees)

• Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security

• Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program

• Note: The Defined Contribution Plan, Supplemental Annuity Plan and Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options

See https://drb.alaska.gov/retiree/ for additional information

Paid Leave & Other Benefits

• Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served

• Eleven paid holidays a year

Agency State of Alaska

Address PO Box 110201

Juneau, Alaska, 99811

Phone (800) 587-0430 (Statewide toll-free number)

(907) 465-4095 (Juneau and out-of-state callers)

Website http://workplace.alaska.gov/

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