Division: Information Technology Services
Position Title: ITS Director
Work Location: 1201 Brazos - Austin, TX 78711
Working Hours: M-F 8-5
Salary Group: B-27
Classification No. 1621 Director II
Job Posting No. 00047829
Monthly Salary: $8,990 - $9,833.33 /Month
Date Job Available: April 01, 2025
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TSLAC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age or disability in employment or in the provision of services, programs, or activities. For job opening inquiries or to request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act please contact the TSLAC Human Resources office by calling 512-463-5474.
Applications submitted to TSLAC may be subject to public disclosure, upon request, pursuant to the Texas Public Information Act.
Veterans, Reservist or Guardsmen with an MOS or additional duties that fall in the fields (No MOS) pertaining to the minimum experience requirements may meet the minimum qualifications for this position and are highly encouraged to apply. Please call Human Resources at (512) 463-6564 with questions or for additional information.
Additional Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at http://www.hr.sao.state.tx.us/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_InformationTechnology.pdf
Job Summary
Performs advanced (senior-level) managerial work providing strategic direction and guidance in Information Technology (IT) operations, planning, and modernization within TSLAC. As part of the agency’s Administrative Team, this person works in conjunction with program directors to identify, establish and implement strategic goals and objectives to enable technology advancement in all areas of the agency. Will lead discovery, research, analysis and management for current and new agency technology services and infrastructure. Will lead and provide IT project oversight, training, and customer service. Works under minimal supervision with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement. Supervises the work of others.
Essential Tasks
- Plans and directs the agency’s IT operations, including budget and supervision of staff
- Serves as the agency’s designated Information Resources Manager (IRM)
- Serves as the agency’s Information Security Officer (ISO), and conducts and/or reviews results of special investigations, internal audits, and security breaches
- Functions as custodian of agency data/information management tools and technology infrastructure and ensures the security of all agency technology and data/information resources
- Develops, updates and implements Information Resource standards, policies and procedures and monitors for compliance
- Develops and establishes IT goals and objectives consistent with the agency’s strategic plan
- Develops, reviews, monitors and approves budgets and schedules for all major IT projects and expenditures
- Prepares and submits mandatory IT reports and contributes to the LAR and Strategic Plan
- Provides IT management support to the divisions in planning and implementing information technology projects
- Other duties as assigned
- Attends work regularly and in accordance with agency leave and attendance policies.
- Complies with all applicable agency policies and procedures, including safety and standards of conduct.
Other Tasks
none
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in the field of information systems, computer science, public or business administration, or other related field
- Six years of successful full-time professional IT-related experience
- Five years of experience managing Information Resource services in a multi-user environment
- Experience implementing appropriate audit controls for securing IT resources
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in technology project management
- Experience in strategic planning for information technology
- Experience managing information security for organization of 100+ employees
- Experience managing computer networks
- Experience in contract management for information technology
- Experience working in a Texas State Agency and with the Texas Legislative process for information technology
- Experience with local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to IT resource procurement.
- Experience with Information Resources Security protocols
- Experience managing a budget for a Texas State Agency
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of application development processes
- Strong written and verbal communications skills
- Ability to work well with technical staff, vendors, clients, and oversight officials
- Ability to analyze data, to formulate conclusions, and to write reports
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all organizational levels and external customers
- Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet required deadlines
- Ability to comply with all agency policies and applicable laws
- Ability to comply with all applicable safety rules, regulations, and standards
Environmental/Physical Conditions
Normal office work environment and may have exposure to dust and environmental allergens consistent with normal business activities and human contact. Mostly sedentary in nature but may involve moving; standing; pulling and pushing kneeling, stooping and bending; and performing tasks requiring fine motor skill. Must be able to work extended periods at a computer. May require working extended hours and some evenings and weekends as needed. Normal cognitive abilities including the ability to learn, recall and apply certain practices and policies and interpret data. Travel (approx. 5%, some overnight, will be required to conduct training, speak publicly and attend meetings.
Other Requirements
- Complete college transcripts required at the time of application.
- Business writing samples
- Criminal History check will be conducted after contingent offer of employment.
Reporting Relationships
- Reports to the Assistant State Librarian
- Directs the work ITS Operations Manager