As a Chief Technology Officer with OMES you will enjoy:
- Generous leave including 15 days of vacation, 15 days of sick leave and 11 paid holidays annually.
- A comprehensive Benefit Package with a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents.
Job Details
- Full-time 40-hour work weeks.
- Support the Information Services Division.
- Salary is up to $150,000.00 based on education and experience.
- Position is on-site in Oklahoma City, OK.
Position Summary
We are currently seeking an experienced Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to lead and enhance the IT capabilities within the Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH). In this role, the CTO will serve as the primary liaison for the agency, collaborating closely with technical teams and executive leadership at both OSDH and the Office of Management and Enterprise Services (OMES). Your expertise will be instrumental in guiding technological advancements and ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
As the CTO, you will play a crucial role in shaping the technology vision and strategy of the agency and our facilities, hospitals, and central administration. It's important to note that while this position will be heavily involved in technological decisions and initiatives, it does not include administrative rights for performing administrative duties. Administrative tasks will be performed by dedicated IT staff, allowing you to focus on driving innovation and achieving our technological goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and communicate the technical vision and roadmap for the assigned agency.
- Serve as the single point of escalation for all IT-related matters, including strategy, budget, resources, and issue resolution.
- Stay informed about OMES offerings to identify and implement relevant IT solutions.
- Create and manage timelines for the development and deployment of technology services.
- Monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and engage technical teams to meet goals and address issues.
- Manage the IT budget in collaboration with OSDH and OMES leadership.
- Collaborate with OMES security to mitigate risks and safeguard digital assets.
- Incorporate stakeholder feedback to improve and adjust technology solutions.
- Implement and maintain business continuity and disaster recovery plans.
- Research new technologies to enhance organizational capabilities.
- Support the mission, vision, and values of the agency.
- Advocate for customer satisfaction and success.
- Assist with navigating IS organization and processes.
- Work cross-functionally to assist with issue resolution and identification of trends.
- Provides strategic technology leadership.
- Drives technology governance.
- Seeks innovative ways to enable the business.
- Consults on technology infrastructure and processes.
- Other duties as assigned
Physical Demands and Work Environment
- This position works in a comfortable office setting with a computer for a large percentage of the workday. The noise level in the work environment is usually mild. Occasional travel may be required.
Minimum Qualifications
Requirements include a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, and seven years of experience in IT, with five of those years being in a supervisory or leadership role or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting 12 semester hours in computer science or management information systems.
Preference Will Be Given To Candidates Who Possess
- Previous experience as a CTO or similar leadership role.
- Project management experience.
- Knowledge of information security principles.
- Experience working with electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
- Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, application portfolio management, and regulatory requirements.
- Proven ability to translate technical concepts into business terms.
- Excellent communication and team-building skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
About OMES
The Office of Management and Enterprise Services provides excellent service, expert guidance and continuous improvement in support of our partners’ goals. We are a highly qualified workforce committed to serve those who serve Oklahomans and make government run in the most efficient, innovative manner possible.
OMES is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities may be provided upon request.
