ITS Division Director - (Job Number: 00042731)

Austin, TX, United States

Lorenzo de Zavala Bldg (306TX-10010)

1201 Brazos St

Austin, 78701

!*! TSLAC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age or disability in employment or in the provision of services, programs, or activities. For job opening inquiries or to request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act please contact the TSLAC Human Resources office by calling 512-463-5474.

Applications submitted to TSLAC may be subject to public disclosure, upon request, pursuant to the Texas Public Information Act.

JOB SUMMARY

Performs highly advanced (senior-level) managerial work providing direction and guidance in strategic Information Technology (IT) operations, planning, and modernization within TSLAC. Work includes coordinating with program directors to identify, establish and implement strategic goals and objectives to enable technology advancement in all areas of the agency. Will lead discovery, research, analysis and management for current and new agency technology services and infrastructure. Will lead and provide IT project oversight, training, and customer service. Works under minimal supervision with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement. Supervises the work of others.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Plans and directs the agency’s strategic IT operations, including budget and supervision of staff, and serves on the agency’s Administrative Team

Serves as the agency’s designated Information Resources Manager (IRM)

Serves as the agency Information Security Officer (ISO), and conducts and/or reviews results of special investigations, internal audits, and security breaches

Functions as custodian of agency data/information management tools and technology infrastructure

Develops, updates and implements Information Resource standards, policies and procedures, and monitors for compliance

Develops and establishes IT goals and objectives consistent with the agency’s strategic plan

Develops, reviews, monitors and approves budgets and schedules for all major IT projects

Prepares and submits mandatory IT reports and contributes to the LAR and Strategic Plan

Provides IT management support to the divisions and communicates effectively in planning and implementing information technology projects

Performs other tasks as assigned

Attends work regularly and in accordance with agency leave and attendance policies

Complies with all applicable agency policies and procedures, including safety and standards of conduct.

NON-ESSENTIAL JOB TASKS

None

!*! Veterans, Reservist or Guardsmen with an MOS or additional duties that fall in the fields of Army25B, 255A, 255S, 53A, CT, IT, 181X, Navy182X, 642X, 644X, 742X, 744X, 275, 26, 030, C4I11, Coast Guard ISM, 0171, 8848, 8858, AirForce3D0X2, or 3D0X4 pertaining to the minimum experience requirements may meet the minimum qualifications for this position and are highly encouraged to apply. Please call Human Resources at (512) 463-6564 with questions or for additional information.

Additional Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at http://www.hr.sao.state.tx.us/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_InformationTechnology.pdf

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in the field of computer information systems, computer science, or management information systems, and four years of successful full-time professional IT-related experience

OR

Six years of information resources manager (IRM) experience with staff and budget responsibilities

and 30 semester credit hours at an accredited college in the area listed above.

AND

Two years of experience in strategic planning for the use of technology to meet business requirements

Experience managing IR services in a multi-platform environment

Experience in implementing appropriate audit controls for securing IT resources

Knowledge of Texas state government, state legislative processes and the state budget process.

Knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations relevant to state agency IT operations

Strong written and verbal communications skills

Skills in project leadership and management required to effectively lead organizational change to meet strategic goals

Ability to interpret technical information relating to information resources and to communicate concisely and effectively with a non-technical audience

Ability to work well with technical staff, vendors, clients, and oversight officials

Ability to analyze data, to formulate conclusions, and to write reports

Ability to analyze complex technology opportunities and resource gaps and recommend best practice solutions

Ability to direct and organize program activities; to identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective solutions

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all organizational levels and external customers

Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet required deadlines

Ability to work under pressure and exacting schedules to complete assigned tasks

Ability to comply with all agency policies and applicable laws

Ability to comply with all applicable safety rules, regulations, and standards

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in computer information systems, computer science, management information systems, library and information science, or other related field

Experience with UNIX, Linux, and Windows operating systems

Experience with network operations, preferably with a Texas State Agency

Experience with the implementation of IR Legislative requirements for state government

Experience with Information Resources Security, preferably with a Texas State Agency.

OTHER

Complete college transcripts

In-basket writing exercise will be given at the time of interview

SUPERVISION

Reports to the Assistant State Librarian

Supervises staff of 10.0 FTE

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