Deputy Chief Information Officer (Information Technology VI)

Deputy Chief Information Officer (Information Technology VI)

The Colorado Department of Law is seeking a Deputy Chief Information Officer (CIO) to manage and lead a team of IT and Operations professionals. This role blends leadership with innovationideal for someone who thrives with diverse work, from technology solutions to facilities management. We're looking for a servant leader with a collaborative mindset, eager to make a difference for the people of Colorado through creative problem-solving and a passion for public service. If you're ready to utilize your leadership skills to make a difference, we want to hear from you.

The Deputy Chief Information Officer (DCIO) plays a vital role in ensuring continuity of leadership and decision-making across the department's technology and operational landscape. As DCIO, you'll serve as a strategic partner to the CIO, overseeing a diverse IT portfolio including the Accessibility & Applications, Data Analytics, Salesforce, and SharePoint teams. You'll drive enterprise IT strategy, manage the IT budget and vendor contracts, and lead cross-departmental projects that enhance service delivery. The DCIO is a hands-on leader who brings creative technical problem-solving skills and guides the day-to-day work of unit supervisors and staff. In addition to IT leadership, this role also manages department-wide operationsfrom physical space planning and building security to emergency preparedness, and collaboration with the Judicial Branch and building management.

We're looking for a high-impact servant leader with a passion for public service, experience leading cross-functional teams, and the ability to balance strategic thinking with operational execution. If you thrive in a multifaceted role where technology and operations meet to make a statewide impact, we encourage you to apply.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in the Administration Section of the Department of Law. Salary note : Although a salary range is listed, salary will be set commensurate with the successful candidates qualifications and in compliance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.

Minimum Qualifications and Substitutions : Please document all relevant experience in detail on your application. Experience demonstrating how you meet the minimum qualifications should be clearly documented in your application materials. Any part-time experience listed will be prorated. Note : Candidates possessing a foreign degree must submit a translation (evaluation) of their degree from an accredited institution, such as The National Association of Credential Evaluations Services in order to be given credit for the degree. Requires ten (10) years of professional experience with overseeing information technology / data functions, systems and teams, which must have included a minimum of two (2) years of experience supervising staff. OR A combination of directly related education (such as business management, information technology, computer science, public administration, etc) and professional experience overseeing information technology / data functions, systems and teams, which must have included a minimum of two (2) years of experience supervising staff. Experience and education must total ten (10) years.

Preferred Qualifications : In addition to the minimum qualifications, the preferred applicant will also demonstrate and clearly describe the following skills and experience in their job application :

• Strong ability to lead teams and manage diverse components with strategic oversight.
• High comfort with technology, including the ability to quickly learn niche or specialized systems.
• Understanding of government budgeting, funding processes, and how they influence operations across departments.
• Demonstrated experience making informed, high-impact decisions in a complex organizational environment.
• Experience as a working managernot just a delegatorengaged in daily problem-solving and execution.
• Strong project management skills and ability to successfully manage vendor contracts.
• Knowledge of digital accessibility and Title II standards, as well as ensuring compliance of those standards.
• Experience with facility or operations management.
• Experience with fleet management.
• Hands-on experience with budget development and oversight.
• Knowledge of contracting and the procurement process.
• Leadership skills and ability to mentor and coach team members.
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders.

Conditions of Employment : Applicants must pass a thorough background investigation prior to appointment. Colorado Department of Law participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Required Application Materials :

Your application will be reviewed by a qualified Human Resources Specialist to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. If your application does not demonstrate that you meet the minimum requirements, you will be notified that you will not proceed in the selection process for this position. If your application is rejected and you have questions, you may contact Mercedes Chansisourath at mercedes.chansisourath@coag.gov.

Assessment Information : Colorado Revised Statutes require that all state employees be hired and promoted through comparative analysis of merit and fitness. Upon meeting the minimum qualifications, the next phase of the process is typically a structured application / resume review by a panel of subject matter experts against the job duties and / or preferred qualifications in this job announcement to determine technical competence, depth and breadth of experience and potential job fit.

It is imperative that the "Work Experience" section of your application is complete and specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, work product, and accomplishments as they relate to the Description of the Job, Minimum Qualifications, and Preferred Qualifications as listed above.

Appeal Rights : If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director. An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email, US Mail, faxed or hand delivered within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department's action. For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board go to spb.colorado.gov or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.

We Embrace Flexibility

We aim to produce outstanding work product for our clients, be efficient with our time, and support each other as team memberswhich also means we embrace flexible working arrangements when and where possible.

We Are Committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At the DOL, our commitment to DEI is thriving. We know that we are better together when our differences are valued and everyone is inspired and empowered to contribute. As such, we strive to provide a safe environment where individuals feel valued and respected for who they are; demonstrate a behavior and mindset where differences are welcomed, and individuals are treated equally and empowered to do their best work; and promote growth and innovation through a diverse workforce. We empower an active Diversity Equity & Inclusion Impact Team that creates approaches to ensure safe spaces and a culture supportive of people being their authentic selves, hosts events and programs on DEI areas important to our employees, enables development and sustainability of resource groups that give a voice to historically marginalized populations, focuses on retaining our incredible talent, and more!

We Have Strong Core Values

Our core values drive our actions. At the Department of Law, we are : 1) principled, maintaining the highest ethical standards, rigorous legal analysis, and careful evaluation of facts; 2) public servants, who are always ensuring our work is not about us, but instead is about the people of Colorado; 3) innovative, by seeking to identify the best approach, make deliberate decisions, and look to improve; and 4) "better together," by working to support each other and collaborate.

We Are Committed to Developing Our Employees

We are deeply invested in our talent and regularly provide meaningful opportunities for personal and professional growth through training and coaching. Further, our professional development and performance goal setting process is collaborative and ongoing, and aimed at helping our employees grow and succeed.

We Offer Excellent Benefits

In addition to the comprehensive State of Colorado benefits package including competitive medical and dental health plans, employer-paid life insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans with Colorado PERA, and vacation and sick leave earned each month,