Director of Information Technology

The New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation (EFC), a public benefit corporation, aids local governments and other eligible applicants throughout New York State to undertake critical water quality infrastructure projects by providing access to low-cost financing, grants, and expert technical assistance.

EFC is committed to building and nurturing an inclusive workplace that strives for respect and promotes and values diversity. We believe that organizations that are diverse in age, gender identity, race, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, ethnicity, and perspective, or any other trait that makes an individual unique, are proven to be better organizations.

To support our employees, EFC provides an outstanding benefits package similar to those offered to New York State employees. Our total compensation package includes, but is not limited to, leave benefits (Paid Parental Leave, 13 holidays and paid vacation, sick, and personal leave); a comprehensive health insurance program including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision plans; and membership in the NYS and Local Retirement System.

Position Description

The Director of Information Technology (IT) will set the technology vision and strategic information technology priorities for the Corporation. The Director of IT will be responsible for managing the Information Technology Unit in the implementation and integration of new computer systems, procurement of all hardware and software, network and technical support, cybersecurity controls, and will provide guidance and counsel on technology initiatives. Additionally, the Director of IT will guide the project management and application development teams in the design and implementation of new applications to support the Corporation’s administration of the clean water and drinking water state revolving funds, as well as other grant programs administered by EFC, and will serve as the primary liaison to New York State’s Office of Information Technology Services. 

Essential Duties

Strategic Leadership

• Advise executive leadership on IT strategies, risk mitigation, and issue resolution.
• Provide leadership that will drive innovation, creative thinking, and successful partnerships with EFC divisions and vendors.
• Prepare a strategic IT business plan that aligns with the mission, objectives, and strategic vision of the Corporation.
• Evaluate and make recommendations on improving the Corporation’s IT core competencies/process maturity and project/services portfolio.
• Set policies, standards, and procedures for all areas of IT operation.
• Determine strategies to enhance system security, system architecture, and disaster recovery to maintain continuity of business operations.
• Plan and direct the research, analysis, development, and implementation of appropriate system development strategies and technologies to meet short-term and long-range corporate needs.
• Implement change management controls in an efficient manner to help maintain stability.
  
  

IT Governance

• Establish and maintain IT governance frameworks, policies, and procedures to ensure effective decision-making, risk management, and compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
• Lead the Corporate-wide IT governance meetings and make final decisions about change requests that will be approved and implemented.
  
  

Team Management

• Manage a staff of application developers, system administrators and network support staff, and make staffing and resource recommendations as necessary.
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and opportunities for professional development to all IT staff.

Application Development Oversight

• Provide strategic direction and leadership to the application development team.
• Regularly update senior leadership on the application development roadmap to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders and senior developers to design scalable and efficient software solutions.
• Lead project implementation of agreed upon solutions and new systems, providing input on acquiring new technology where appropriate.

Teleconferencing

• Collaborate with AV service providers to design, install, and support audio, video, and control systems.
• Manage AV requirements for company events and conferences and ensure AV systems integrate smoothly with the existing IT infrastructure.

Cyber Security

• Collaborate with business leaders to develop and maintain effective DR strategies.
• Review, enhance, and administer policies and procedures governing EFC’s information technology and information systems.
• Regularly test and validate DR plans to ensure readiness.
• Prepare yearly cybersecurity reports and responses to requests from outside control agencies as necessary.
• Engage with technology vendors to evaluate solutions and stay informed about industry trends.

Formal Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, public administration or business administration with an IT focus, or related field.
• Ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in information technology with at least 4 years of proven success in leading and managing an enterprise-wide technology operation, including strategic planning, business continuity, resilience & disaster recovery planning, and personnel management.
• A Master’s degree in Information Technology, MBA or MPA may substitute for years of experience, as determined by the Corporation, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the duties of the position as determined by the Corporation.
• Excellent analytical, technical, organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Proficient in communicating and presenting at all levels, including executive staff, Board of Directors, and corporate-wide.
• Ability to develop strategic initiatives and oversee the development of long-term plans and proposals to support business objectives.
• Proven track record of expertise in a broad range of information technologies including large scale information systems implementations, network security architecture and modeling, network operating systems, and Internet structure and development.
• Ability to coordinate and integrate viewpoints from multiple stakeholders in order to make a recommendation for an optimal IT solution.

 Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting a diverse IT department spanning a wide range of technologies, including Software as a Service offerings, virtualization technology, remote access with MFA, malware prevention and detection measures, firewalls, MS Windows, and MS Office.
• Work experience with financial and accounting systems, and a working knowledge in the areas of banking and municipal bonds.
• Experience employing best practice change management approaches to transform an organization’s processes and/or technologies.

Working Conditions and Physical Abilities

Work is performed in an office setting, with prolonged periods of sitting and fine manipulation skills required for computer use. 

Application Requirements and Related Information

In compliance with Public Law 99-603, candidates selected for appointment must provide, within three (3) business days of the employee’s first day of employment, an original copy of documentation proving citizenship and/or legal right to work in the United States.

It is the policy of the State of New York and EFC to provide for and promote equal opportunity employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, physical or mental ability, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, veteran or military service member status, marital status, domestic violence victim status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or arrest and/or criminal conviction record, unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.

It is the policy of EFC to provide qualified persons with disabilities an equal opportunity to participate in and receive the benefits, services, programs, and activities of EFC, and to provide such persons with reasonable accommodations and reasonable modifications as are necessary, to enjoy such equal opportunity, including accommodations in the recruitment process. Further, it is the policy of EFC to provide reasonable accommodation for religious observers.

It is the policy of EFC to provide reasonable accommodation to ensure effective communication of information to individuals with disabilities. If you need an auxiliary aid or service to make this information available to you, please contact EFC’s Human Resources Office at (518) 486-9267.

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide their current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@oer.ny.gov.