Director Of Information Systems Services

Title: Director of Information Systems Services

Role Title: Information Technology Manager II

Hiring Range: $152,000 - $155,000

Pay Band: 7

Agency: Department of General Services

Location: JAMES MONROE BUILDING

Agency Website: www.dgs.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: State Employee Only - E

Job Duties

The Department of General Services (DGS) provides value to citizens, the Commonwealth, and businesses. DGS has a diverse group of employees providing services ranging from facilities management, laboratory services, real estate, procurement, engineering, and more!
DGS offers excellent health benefits at affordable pricing, pre-tax spending accounts, paid life insurance, paid Short and Long Term Disability benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and other leave benefits, wellness programs, and a state retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings including employer matching. DGS is a qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program.
DGS’s Office of Information Systems and Services (ISS) is a customer-focused organization whose primary responsibility is to provide technology solutions and support to facilitate the success of our agency and its customers.
We are seeking a Director of the Office of Information System Services to provide guidance and consultation on information technology issues to executive and upper management and management and direction to the ISS team. This position will lead, innovate and deliver quality and timely solutions that enable DGS’ strategic vision through the effective use of technology. The Director of Information System Services actively participates with agency leadership in the development of the agency strategic operation and technology plans.
Job Responsibilities:
Direct, plan, organize and control all activities of the DGS Office of Information System Services and ensure the effective, efficient, and secure operation of all information technology. The director is the primary technology business leader of the department. The director will address policy implications of any issue, return a vision of what's needed through technology, and articulate a plan to combine technology with the top policy priorities addressing state services. The director serves as an agent of change, taking all steps to integrate solutions across multiple division and business units. The director is responsible for direction and oversight of the department's information technology program; systems & network oversight and maintenance; IT project management and planning; and serves and the primary VITA liaison.

Minimum Qualifications

• Progressively responsible management experience in a large-scale, complex IT environment.
• Knowledge of VITA operations and ability to manage, monitor and facilitate compliance with State and VITA requirements for procurement, budget and billing processes.
• Experience in aligning Information Technology projects, portfolios and initiatives with strategic business goals.
• Knowledge and experience with cyber security issues and emerging issues.
• Comprehensive knowledge and experience with information technology, large scale and complex systems development, and computer operations management.
• Knowledge and experience in IT and knowledge of a variety of technical environments, integration, enterprise architecture, and Capitol campus network.
• Knowledge and experience with Project Management, Program Management, and Portfolio Management.
• Degree in information technology or a closely related field or the combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to successfully perform the duties of the position.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with DGS Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), AIM, M5, COVATrax, eVA, Flagstore, and/or Payport.

Special Instructions:

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Notice: DGS will record information from each new employee’s Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
Sponsorship will not be provided for this position now or in the future. Confirmation of eligibility to work will be required at time of hire.
Completion of Statement of Economic Interest is required prior to first day of employment.
The selected candidate must pass a criminal background check.
Fax, e-mail or mail applications will not be accepted. The online State application must contain all required information and fully respond to the questions to be considered for this job opportunity.
For assistance or computer access, please visit your local Virginia Employment Office or contact our office at [email protected] or call 804-786-3910.
Applications will be accepted until a suitable pool of candidates is received. After 5 business days, this position may be closed at any time.
The Virginia Department of General Services is an equal opportunity employer. Minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and individuals with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service experience are encouraged to apply.

Contact Information:

Name: DGS Human Resources

Phone: 804-786-3910

Email: [email protected]

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.