Chief Information Officer / IT Manager (Chief Information Manager 2) - Hybrid Remote Work Opportunity

About the position At the Oregon Department of Energy, we're helping shape the state's energy future. Our team is dedicated to keeping Oregon on the leading edge of renewable energy and efficiency while supporting energy innovation, investment, equity, and resilience. From helping Oregonians save energy at home; to overseeing the state's interests in the world's largest environmental cleanup at the Hanford nuclear site in Washington, our work is challenging, rewarding, and diverse. We work with developers and communities on proposed energy facilities, with schools and manufacturers looking to save energy and money, and with other agencies and stakeholders on meeting the challenges of climate change. Oregon is one of the most energy-efficient states in the country, routinely landing near the top of annual national rankings. ODOE is committed to helping Oregon remain an energy leader, and that starts with hiring engaged team members ready to deliver for all Oregonians. The Central Services Division provides shared services for budgeting, accounting, payroll, contracting, federal grants management, information technology management, database development and management, facilities, records management, risk management, employee safety, and office reception. The Information Services section helps achieve the agency's mission by building and maintaining a modern, reliable, and readily accessible technology infrastructure. The section provides network administration, system administration, application development, database solutions, data governance, information security, and technical support for the entire agency. The Information Services section also supports the agency's educational mission by providing tools and capacity for gathering, sharing, and publishing data and information with citizens, partners, and stakeholders. In addition, the Information Services section provides internal services focusing on securing information, infrastructure, and coordinates enterprise technology efforts with Enterprise Information Services. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply for our positions and hope you will join us on our path to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are an agency that embraces social equity through our values, strategic planning, and actions. Leaning into our equity priorities means we continually examine what we do, the impact we have, and our progress toward weaving social equity into who we are. The purpose of this position is to serve as the Chief Information Officer (CIO) for the agency and is responsible to plan, organize, and achieve short-term and long-range information technology strategies and initiatives consistent with statewide direction. You will lead 10 IT professionals to elevate the organization's technology capability through excellent customer service, strong technical execution, and forward-thinking solutions. This is an opportunity to bring your expertise, lead key projects, influence technology decisions, and help build a reliable, secure, and innovative technology foundation. This position is eligible for a hybrid remote work schedule. The incumbent will be expected to work at the central workplace located at 550 Capitol St. NE in Salem, Oregon, at least six times per year and in- office during emergency situations. This generally includes attendance at pre-scheduled in-person all-staff meetings. The position may also be required to work at the central workplace on a more frequent basis with or without advance notice, as needed. Requirements • Six (6) years of supervision, management, or progressively related experience. • Three (3) years of related experience and a bachelor's degree in a related field. • Extensive knowledge of information technology practices and processes, specifically as it relates to application development, data security, IT governance, and infrastructure management • Ability to design and implement an effective IT framework that standardizes how technology projects are evaluated, prioritized, and managed. Skilled at assessing organizational needs and developing clear methodologies for project intake, governance, and execution to ensure consistency and alignment with strategic goals. • Ability to lead with vision, set clear strategic direction, and drive technology initiatives across the agency with demonstrated experience empowering staff and fostering a culture of accountability and growth. • Ability to communicate complex technical information clearly and effectively at all levels, and to build and maintain strong working relationships within the agency and across the enterprise. • Experience in strategic planning with demonstrated ability to manage change and varied resources, think innovatively, and remain flexible with rapidly changing technologies. • Ability to evaluate complex technology challenges, identify opportunities, and develop effective, data-informed solutions. Demonstrated strength in managing customer needs and translating into actional plans that support long-term organizational goals. • Exceptional customer service orientation, ensuring responsive, customer-focused support for all users. • Knowledge of Information Technology vendor management, purchasing, asset management, and inventory methods, procedures, and controls. Benefits • full medical, vision, and dental benefits with paid sick leave, vacation leave, personal leave, and 11 paid holidays a year Apply tot his job