Director, Information Technology/Chief Information Officer
Job Overview
Job title: Director, Information Technology/Chief Information Officer
Job description: Director, Information Technology/Chief Information Officer – City of Nanaimo
Director, Information Technology/Chief Information Officer
Permanent Full-Time
(Competition 22-125)
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Situated between the mountains and the ocean, on the east coast of Vancouver Island, the City of Nanaimo is centrally located, about 1½ hours from Victoria and 2 hours from Vancouver by ferry. With a university and well-developed parks, recreational, cultural and social amenities, Nanaimo is truly an extraordinary place to live.
We offer a diverse team environment, competitive wages and a comprehensive benefit plan for permanent employees as well as social and wellness activities. Depending on the position, we also offer flexible work opportunities, alternative work schedules and remote work programs
Position Overview
The City of Nanaimo is seeking a permanent full-time Director, Information Technology/Chief Information Officer. Nanaimo is a growing community that increasingly relies on technology as the foundation of smart city infrastructure and service excellence initiatives guided by the Nanaimo Reimagined City Plan. Most citizen services have been digitized, improving service accessibility for the community, and the City continues to leverage technology and data to solve important city problems. The Director must be a strategic, visionary leader who ensures that the IT department’s vision and digital strategy are aligned with various City strategies, especially the City Plan. Reporting to the CAO, the Director will be accountable for all aspects of the information technology services portfolio including Geographic Information Systems, Application Services, Technical and Client Services, Information Security, Project Management Office, and IT administration. This role requires significant project management acumen, leading many large-scale IT projects, including a new Enterprise Resource Planning solution, Corporate Asset Management, Permitting solutions, Enterprise Document Management and Microsoft 365. The Director works collaboratively with a diverse group of stakeholders, including the Senior Leadership Team, to meet organizational goals. This requires a unique mix of technical and leadership skills, that focus on building internal and community relationships and delivering results.
Qualifications
Applicants must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related discipline and 8 years’ progressively responsible related experience, including significant experience in a management role. A valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License is required.
This is a salaried position, based on a 35 hour work week, and relocation assistance may be provided to the successful applicant.
Shortlisted applicants may be required to undergo a criminal record check and/or a verification of their education credentials.
To apply for this opportunity, please submit a resume and cover letter (.docx or PDF file format) to referencing the specific competition 22-125 by the application deadline. For detailed information on this position and for more information on our community, please visit our website at .
Posting Date
Wednesday, August 10, 2022
Application Deadline
Wednesday, August 31, 2022
4:30 p.m.
Contact Information
Human Resources
City of Nanaimo
2nd Floor, 455 Wallace Street
Nanaimo, BC V9R 5J6
Phone: (250) 755-4406
Fax: (250) 755-4449
The City of Nanaimo is an inclusive employer and invites applications from all qualified individuals. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. If you are unsuccessful, please accept our appreciation for your interest. This position is restricted to those legally entitled to work in Canada.
Organization:
Location: Nanaimo, BC
Region: North and Central Vancouver Island / Sunshine Coast
Professional Category(s): Information Technology, Information & Privacy Coordination
Posted: August 10, 2022, 8:59 am
Expires: August 31, 2022, 4:30 pm
Employment Type: Full Time
Employment Length: Permanent
Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree
Job Experience: 5 years or more
Company: City of Nanaimo
Expected salary:
Location: Nanaimo, BC
Job date: Fri, 12 Aug 2022 04:27:22 GMT
Job Source: Careerjet.ca