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Introduction
Looking for a rewarding career in the fast-paced technology industry? Look no further!
The Department of Technology & Information (DTI) is Delaware's central IT organization committed to providing technology services and collaborative solutions for Delaware while working to improve the lives of Delawareans through advanced technologies that innovate government services.
Employment with DTI is an opportunity to work in a collaborative environment that offers opportunities for professional development. DTI employees have the chance to work with 'best in class IT companies' offering our employees experience operating with some of the most talented in their field.
In addition to recruiting and retaining the best and brightest, DTI acknowledges and values the diversity of our employees. DTI recognizes that fostering a diverse workforce provides remarkable benefits in terms of innovative thinking, increased collection of skills and experiences, greater teamwork, and higher morale.
To learn more visit DTI's Website at https://dti.delaware.gov/
DTI offers a robust hybrid work policy for employees whose job duties are conducive to working remotely.
Summary Statement
The Department of Technology and Information Chief Technology Officer (CTO) is responsible for aligning technology vision with business strategies, goals, and objectives in collaboration with the Chief Information Officer and DTI Senior Management team. The CTO has day-to-day responsibility for enterprise architecture, innovation, data management, project management, and applications delivery. This position requires a unique ability to successfully work with state organizations and government officials at all levels.
Selective Requirement
Selective Requirements must be met in addition to the job requirements. Applicants who do not possess the selective requirement will not be qualified.

• Possession of a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Telecommunications, Engineering, Networks, Security, I/T Discipline or a related field.
• Possess a minimum 12 years of combined technology team leadership experience in application development, project management, business analysis, and software quality assurance.

Preferred Qualification
Applicants who do not possess the preferred qualification will still be eligible to compete for this position if job requirements are met.

• Possession of a Master's degree is preferred, with emphasis in Computer Science, Information Technology, Telecommunications, Engineering, Networks, Security, I/T Discipline or a related field.
• Possess a minimum of 10 years' experience in CTO/Senior Leadership
• Possess a minimum of 5 years' experience in state, local, or federal government as a government employee, contractor, or vendor
• Possess a minimum of 5 years' experience with cloud, platform, and artificial intelligence technologies
• Possess a minimum of 3 years' experience working in an agile software development environment

Essential Functions

• Drive the technology strategy, vision, and roadmap in alignment with the organization's digital business strategy.
• Identify emerging technologies that would help the organization deliver its digital business strategy.
• Lead technology innovation to explore how these emerging technologies can transform the business.
• Leverage trendspotting to anticipate how technological and non-technological trends could help the organization prepare for and navigate change and disruption.
• Recommend which technologies to invest in and procure, including making the business case.
• Evolve the architecture to support the introduction of new technologies to enable the digital business strategy.
• Create new digital business technology platforms or provide the technology to build them.
• Assess the potential risk of bringing new and emerging technologies into the organization and determine how to mitigate it.
• Manage technology vendors for the software and hardware procured.
• Manage the portfolio of application development projects including intake, initiation, monitoring, and completion

Job Requirements
Job Requirements for Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

• Possess a minimum of twelve years of experience in operations management, which includes planning, directing, coordinating, controlling, and evaluating operations typically through subordinate managers and supervisors
• Possess a minimum of twelve years of experience in personnel management which includes planning, assigning, reviewing, and evaluating the work of others
• Possess a minimum of twelve years of experience in information technology project management, including planning, scheduling, staffing, coordinating, controlling, monitoring, evaluating, and reporting on on-going projects' status
• Possess a minimum of twelve years of experience in budget management and control, which includes managing a budget to keep expenditures within the limitations of available appropriations and revenue
• Possess a minimum of twelve years of strategic planning experience, such as planning and mapping a path between the present and the future of a division or agency
• Possess a minimum of one year of experience working with Microsoft Office applications and virtual meeting tools

Additional Posting Information

• DTI retains the right to close the job posting prior to the listed application deadline, should a business need warrant it.
• DTI will review applications on a rolling basis and will close this posting once the position has been filled.

Conditions of Hire
Criminal background check: A satisfactory fingerprint based criminal background check administered by the Delaware State Police is required as a Condition of Hire.
All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. DTI participates in the Federal E-Verify system where we will provide the federal government with each Executive Branch new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our Job Seeker Resources web page.
DTI does not provide employment-based sponsorship.
All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County.
Benefits
DTI's Benefits to include:
Group Health Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, Prescription, Flexible Spending (Health and Dependent Care), Long & Short Term Disability Insurance, Group Universal Life Insurance, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance, Health Management Programs.
21 paid vacation days, 15 paid sick days, 13 paid holidays, Up to 12 weeks paid Parental Leave.
Tuition reimbursement up to $4,000 annually.
State funded learning opportunities, mentor programs and professional development opportunities.
Employee Assistance Program: Access to support services such as Professional Counseling Services, Legal Services, Financial Services.
Employer & Employee Funded Pension Plan as well as an Employee Funded Retirement Savings Plan available.
To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/agencies/index.shtml.
Selection Process
The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.
Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the "My Applications" tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.
Accommodations
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.
Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling (800) 232-5470 or by visiting delawarerelay.com.
If you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call (302) 739-5458 or email jobs@delaware.gov.
The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.
Selection Plan
Ongoing application review