Enterprise Modernization Manager (IT Manager 1)

Enterprise Modernization Manager (IT Manager 1)(260002OI)

The Enterprise Modernization Manager serves as a strategic advisor and technical leader within the Innovative Services and Solutions pillar of the Office of Information Services (OIS). This position is part of the Enterprise Architecture team, which guides the agency's long-range technology direction and ensures that solutions are aligned with business goals, modernization priorities, and emerging capabilities. Working in a collaborative, matrixed environment, the Enterprise Modernization Manager partners closely with executives, administrators, technical specialists, and business leaders to evaluate new technologies, define enterprise standards, and shape agency-wide strategies, especially in the areas of data, analytics, AI/ML, and automation (including RPA). The team's work plays a central role in advancing ODJFS's ability to leverage intelligent automation, improve service delivery, and support data-driven decision-making across all program areas.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex problems at scale, influencing enterprise technology direction, and helping the organization responsibly adopt innovative technologies such as AI, machine learning, and automated digital workflows. Duties include but are not limited to:

Provide technical advice and recommendations to the OIS Chief Architect, OIS Administrators, and agency executives on enterprise information systems strategy, data initiatives, and AI adoption.

Serve as a consultant to executives, managers, and line-of-business customers on information systems analysis, planning, enterprise data strategy, and emerging technology opportunities.

Lead development and maintenance of enterprise architecture work efforts and produce architecture artifacts, standards, and roadmaps to guide enterprise solution design.

Apply enterprise architecture principles to conduct high-level enterprise analysis, design, planning, and implementation activities.

Analyze technology market trends, especially in AI, data platforms, and automation, and provide research-based recommendations to leadership.

Provide architecture input for RFP's and contribute actively to evaluating RFPs for modernization initiatives and provide architectural and design governance for enterprise modernization efforts.

Assess business needs and priorities and advise stakeholders on technology options, risks, cost-benefit considerations, and impacts to enterprise systems.

Supervises assigned staff and provides directions to implement automation projects that include RPA and AI solutions

Keep current with emerging technologies, conduct informal learning sessions and provide technical presentations for the organization

Schedule: Full-time Hours: Standard workdays are Monday through Friday. Hours are between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Location: This position will be headquartered in an ODJFS Facility in one of the following cities - Columbus, Akron, or Dayton. This determination will take into account the proximity to the applicant's home address.

Why Work for the State of Ohio: At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes: Medical Coverage Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more) Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation ) *Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications: The candidate, at minimum, must have the following:

Option 1: Completion of undergraduate core coursework in computer science, or completion of undergraduate core coursework in any academic major which included at least one course in each of the following: advanced-level computer programming language (for example, COBOL, Delphi, Java, Powerbuilder, Visual Basic, Pl 1, SAS PCS, Pacbase, Full Visual Suite, Designer 2000, Developer 2000, C, C++, Visual C, ECL, or Visual Studio), logic-based mathematics, data base concepts (for example, Oracle, Microsoft Access, Paradox, Sybase, IMS DB, DB2, Cache, DMS, or RDMS), computer systems analysis & design, & basic data processing concepts. Additional 6 1/2 years (78 mos.) exp. commensurate with job duties to be performed & knowledges & skills required as outlined in approved position description on file for position to be filled as advertised in job posting. 18 mos. exp. in performing project management functions as defined in series purpose.

Option 2: 8 1/2 years (102 mos.) exp. commensurate with job duties to be performed & knowledges & skills required as outlined in approved position description on file for position to be filled as advertised in job posting. 18 months exp. in performing project management functions as defined in series purpose.

Option 3: 12 mos. exp. as Information Technology Supervisor 3, 64119, or equivalent.

Option 4: In offices of statewide information technology policy & planning, positions require completion of undergraduate core coursework in computer science, or completion of undergraduate core coursework in any academic major which included at least one course in each of the following: advanced-level computer programming language (for example, COBOL, Delphi, Java, Powerbuilder, Visual Basic, Pl 1, SAS PCS, Pacbase, Full Visual Suite, Designer 2000, Developer 2000, C, C++, Visual C, ECL, or Visual Studio), logic-based mathematics, data base concepts (for example, Oracle, Microsoft Access, Paradox, Sybase, IMS DB, DB2, Cache, DMS, or RDMS), computer systems analysis & design, & basic data processing concepts. 3 yrs. exp. in utilizing word processing software. 3 yrs. exp. in utilizing internet browser(s) for research. 54 mos. exp. which included following: knowledge of information technology architecture components, developing information technology strategic plans, preparing & making presentations/public speaking, writing information technology related policy & procedures, preparing & monitoring budget, providing cost & resources estimates, & contract management. 2 yrs. exp. in utilizing e-mail system. 18 mos. exp. in project management or lead role on information technology project. 12 mos. exp. in utilizing spreadsheet software. 12 mos. exp. as Information Technology Supervisor 3, 64119, or equivalent.

Option 5: The equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Pay Information: This position is in the State of Ohio's E1 Pay Schedule, Pay Range 16. Unless required by legislation or union contract, starting salary will be the minimum salary of that pay range (step 1, currently $47.90 per hour). These ranges provide a standardized pathway for pay increases. With continued employment, new hires move to the next step in the range after 6 months and annually thereafter. Cost of Living Adjustments increase wages in these ranges each fiscal year. The current step progression wages are in the table below.