Chief Information Officer (CIO)

Introduction

The Maryland Department of Labor is accepting applications for the position of Chief Information Officer within the Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing. This position provides vision and leadership for the development and implementation of information technology initiative.

Resumes are acceptable as additional information, however, the application must be completed or it will be subject to rejection.

This is a Management Services position that serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.

GRADE

26

LOCATION OF POSITION

100 South Charles Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21201

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of this position is to provide vision and leadership for developing and implementing information technology initiatives. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead high-impact projects, engage with stakeholders at all levels of government, and directly contribute to building a more efficient, equitable, and responsive public service infrastructure. This position will work closely with the Chief Digital Product Officer to reshape our digital strategy. Officer directs the planning and implementation of enterprise DP systems in support of business operations in order to improve cost effectiveness, service quality, and business development.

POSITION DUTIES

Duties of this position include, but are not limited to:

Provide continuing support to the operations and maintenance of existing systems. Oversee a diverse portfolio of enterprise technology initiatives and manage a team of dedicated IT professionals.

Aligning the Department's technology roadmap with its strategic goals, championing modernization efforts, advancing cybersecurity and data governance, and fostering cross-agency collaboration. Provide assistance to all MD Labor programs as requested or determined by utilizing the most appropriate technology and development methods available.

Provide resources necessary to support the information processing plans of the program and support units. Continue to contain data processing costs through the preparation and execution of OITs annual budget and provide cost effective level of service.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or related field

Experience: 8 years of progressive IT leadership experience, including 4 years in an executive or senior management role

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.

Master's Degree

Experience in a public sector or government agency environment

Certifications in ITL, CISSP or comparable areas

Background in digital equity, accessibility and customer-centric service design

Proven success leading cross-functional teams and large-scale system transformations

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

All candidates are subject to a background check against files maintained by the Division of Unemployment Insurance (LABOR/DUI) to determine whether any monies are owed to LABOR/DUI as a result of unemployment overpayment/fraud. Any unpaid debt may have an impact on whether or not a candidate is offered employment.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

All information concerning the qualifications, including any required documentation (diploma, transcript, certificate, etc.) must be submitted and received by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be considered.

For positions that require Bachelor/Master Degree etc:

For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must be provided prior to hire. For further information, you may call International Consultants of Delaware, Inc. or World Education Services Inc. or .

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application is STRONGLY preferred. However, if you are unable to apply online, or having difficulty with your login or password, please contact DBM's Helpdesk directly at (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily, except for holidays and weekends). After business hours, please submit an email request to . If you encounter difficulty attaching required or optional documentation, you may submit via mail or deliver in person. Please be sure to include your name, identification number (Easy ID#) and job announcement number on any documentation to ensure timely processing.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country and encourage them to apply. If you are seeking veteran's preference, please submit a copy of your DD-214.

The paper application must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted.

PLEASE DO NOT FAX OR EMAIL UNSOLICITED DOCUMENTATION

Completed applications, required documentation, and any required addendums may be mailed to:

Maryland Department of Labor/ Office of Administration

Attn: Tenisha Tunstall

100 S. Charles Street, 5th Floor

Baltimore, MD 21201

For additional information, please contact Tenisha Tunstall at or via email

The MD State Application Form can be found online

Maryland Department of Labor is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of LABOR that all persons have equal opportunity and access to employment opportunities, services, and facilities without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.