About the Role:
The Chief Information Officer leads the city of Everett’s technology strategy, infrastructure, and operational improvements. This role manages and mentors a small IT team while driving innovation, security, and long-term digital initiatives to support city operations.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Essential duties include, but are not limited to:
- Lead and implement city technology initiatives and departmental policies;
- Manage IT staff, budgets, project plans, and the multi-year capital plan;
- Oversee IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, MFA implementation, and system maintenance;
- Collaborate with department heads to develop technology solutions and improve operations;
- Ensure compliance with IT purchasing policies, state laws, best practices, and records retention requirements;
- Develop and maintain the city’s digital and information technology strategy;
- Identify and apply for relevant grants;
- Provide quality customer service and maintain an organized, efficient work environment; and
- Perform related duties as assigned.
Minimum Entrance Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in computer science and 10 years of relevant IT experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Strong knowledge of networking, cybersecurity, MFA, VoIP, Microsoft technologies, VMware, and virtualization;
- Five years of technology leadership and project management experience; and
- Excellent verbal, written, and team management skills.
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