Chief Information Officer / Executive Director III

Chief Information Officer / Executive Director III

This is a non‑civil service position.

City of Baltimore, Office of Information Technology

Posting Date : 2 / 4 / 2025

Salary Range :

$159,378 – $263,014 annually

Background Check :

Eligible candidates will be required to complete a criminal background check and / or fingerprint screening.

Summary Of Position

Mayor Brandon Scott and the City of Baltimore seek their next Chief Information Officer. The CIO leads the Baltimore City Office of Information and Technology (BCIT) and provides essential leadership to modernize city government information technology and bridge the digital divide.

The CIO leads the implementation of the City’s long‑term information technology strategic plan, collaborating with agency stakeholders on major initiatives and engaging city leadership in IT governance. The CIO will align IT objectives with Mayor Scott’s Action Plan for Baltimore, oversee all aspects of IT governance, infrastructure, and security, and transform the IT function to position the organization as a leader in the public sector.

Essential Functions

Direct and manage BCIT, including personnel decisions, budgetary management, performance management, and contract management.

Provide technical expertise for the development and implementation of strategic and operational technology initiatives.

Represent BCIT in meetings with elected and appointed officials and other city entities.

Serve as executive sponsor for the City’s enterprise‑wide applications.

Chair and lead the IT Citywide Governance Committee.

Ensure that IT and network infrastructure adequately support city government’s computing, data processing, and communications needs.

Collaborate with senior leadership to align IT with the City’s overall strategy and goals.

Manage IT sourcing, vendor partnerships, and develop strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure value delivery and cost‑efficiency.

Lead the continued development and enforcement of cybersecurity policies and practices to protect sensitive data, mitigate risks, and maintain public and employee trust.

Establish key performance indicators for IT systems and services and use performance data to drive continuous improvements in technology services, user satisfaction, and operational effectiveness.

Education And Experience Requirements

Master’s degree in business administration, computer science, information technology, or a related field required.

At least ten (10) years of progressive experience in administration of information systems and technology, including at least five (5) to seven (7) years of director‑level experience.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Ability to align IT strategy with the City of Baltimore’s overall goals, ensuring technology initiatives support service delivery, policy priorities, and innovation.

Proven experience in implementing IT best practices in Service Management, IT Governance, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Enterprise Architecture, and Information Security.

Strategic thinking and the ability to translate organizational goals into actionable information technology initiatives.

Experience leading large‑scale digital transformation efforts, managing organizational change, and fostering a culture of innovation to modernize IT systems and services.

Ability to evaluate new technologies and technical directions that allow the City of Baltimore to make wise investments.

Compensation And Benefits

In addition to competitive compensation, the City of Baltimore provides a comprehensive benefits package, including between 12 and 24 days of annual leave based on years of service, four personal days per fiscal year, 12 paid holidays, and 12 days of sick leave annually. Full‑time employees are eligible for health benefits covering at least 80% of total premiums, including medical, prescription, dental, vision, and Life / AD&D insurance. Employees may also opt into Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts and have free access to the Employee Assistance Program. Retirement savings options include a Hybrid Plan with a defined benefit and a 401(a) defined contribution account, or a non‑hybrid 401(a) defined contribution plan.

The City of Baltimore offers a generous and competitive benefits package. You can learn about our benefits here : https : / / humanresources.baltimorecity.gov / hr-divisions / benefits

Equal Employment Opportunity

Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Department of Human Resources directly. Requests for accommodations should not be attached to the application.

Residency and Financial Disclosure

This position requires completion of an Affidavit for Political Appointees and Public Officials (City’s Residency Requirement) and a Financial Disclosure pursuant to Sections 7-7, 7-8, and 7-9 of the City Ethics Law.

Baltimore City is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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