Deputy CIO
- Oregon Health Authority
- Salem, OR
- Oct 01, 2020
Job Description
The Oregon Health Authority has a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Leader with strong technical expertise to lead excellent teams, execute key IT strategies and work to advance agency operations.
This position falls under the Classification Principal/Executive Manager G.
WHAT YOU WILL DO!
As the Deputy Chief Information Officer (DCIO), you will assist the Chief Information Officer (CIO) in planning and directing the administration, operation and statewide service delivery of information technology to the 14,000 employees of the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) and the Department of Human Services (DHS) in support of the clients they serve.
In support of the two agency missions, you will provide leadership in statewide planning and in the development and operation of all information technology systems and functions within the agencies. You will be responsible for determining and developing department technology policies, service delivery priorities and implementation and utilization of resources to carry out and meet the goals and objectives mandated by State and Federal laws, rules and mandates as they relate to information systems. You will be charged with overseeing the analysis and development of solutions and technical innovations to implement the Health and Human Services vision and requirements by applying state-of-the-art technology solutions to meet the business needs of OHA and DHS.
In this role, you will act with full authority of the CIO. In the CIO’s absence you will serve as head of the Office of Information Services (OIS) by managing and carrying out functions of the office.
You will help the CIO initiate, develop and implement OIS programs, policies and procedures and implement service levels within existing resources that meet or exceed business partner priorities.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
- Six (6) years of management experience in a public or private organization which included responsibility for each of the following: a) development of program rules and policies, b) development of long- and short-range goals and plans, c) program evaluation, and d) budget preparation.
- Leadership experience in an IT environment.
- Experience managing multiple levels of direct reports.
- Strong customer service orientation and a high degree of responsiveness to customer requirements.
- Innovative thinking, flexibility and an ability to manage change and varied resources.
- Up-to-date technical expertise and knowledge needed to direct technical experts.
- Ability to translate technical issues and ideals into non-technical language understandable by all levels of management and customers throughout state government.
- Experience in advancing health equity, addressing systemic health disparities and collaborating with diverse, vulnerable and underrepresented populations.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promotes an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate in an open office with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. We offer full medical, vision and dental with paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave and ten paid holidays per year plus pension and retirement plans. If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you.
This is a full-time, permanent position that is classified as management service, supervisory and is not represented by a union.
The Oregon Health Authority is committed to developing and promoting culturally and linguistically appropriate programs and a diverse and inclusive workforce representing the diversity, culture, strengths and values of the people of Oregon. Click here, to learn more about OHA’s mission, vision and core values. OHA is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information or any other protected class under state or federal law.
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The Oregon Health Authority is modernizing and expanding their IT infrastructure and currently has a fantastic opportunity for a Project Manager with IT experience to join an excellent team and work to advance their IT operations.
What you will do:
As a Senior IT Project Manager, you will develop and manage the execution of comprehensive or high-risk project plans, budgets, schedules and controls from project initiation to project close-out.
This position offers you the opportunity to lead the decision-making process throughout the Oregon Health Authority and Department of Human Services for the detailed requirements, design, testing and start-up operations related to the development and implementation efforts of achieving the long term goals of the customer agency.
What's in it for you?
Collaboration in an open office with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. We offer full medical, vision and dental with paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave and ten paid holidays per year. If you are a Project Manager with IT experience, don't delay, apply today!
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Seven years of professional project management experience that included leading and managing discrete projects from initiation and planning through closure and evaluation.
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An Oregon Project Management Associate Certification or Project Management Professional Certification awarded by the Project Management Institute AND six years professional project management experience that included leading and managing discrete projects from initiation and planning through to closure and evaluation.
A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Public Administration or a closely related field may substitute for three years of the experience. An advanced degree may substitute for an additional year of experience.
REQUESTED SKILLS:
- Experience managing large complex multi-million dollar projects that involved implementing COTS, developing custom software solutions and/or organizational transformations.
- Ability to successfully apply project management knowledge in ambiguous and unique circumstances while managing a cross-functional team with internal matrix resources and external contractors.
- 5 or more years of Project Management experience in the last 7 years that included using project management best practices and standard methodologies such as PMI (PMBOK), PRINCE 2, etc.
- Proven success in navigating complex organizations with loosely defined structures and boundaries.
- Proven ability to recognize and anticipate emerging project risks and business priorities and to address those developments through risk mitigation, contingency plans and communication strategies.
- Management experience in risk mitigation and project stewardship.
- Experience in promoting a culturally competent and diverse work environment.
TO APPLY:
Please follow the link below to submit an application.