JOB TITLE: Deputy Chief Technology Officer

EMPLOYER: National Association of State Procurement Officials (NASPO)

DEPARTMENT: Information Technology

REPORTS TO: Chief Technology Officer

Grade: 15

Salary Range: $131,050-$157,250

Job Summary

In support of the Chief Technology Officer (CTO), the Deputy Chief Technology Officer provides

leadership and guidance in critical areas of technology administration, including budgeting,

resource development and allocation, policy formation, technology evaluation, and service

development, delivery, and deployment. Aid the CTO in shaping/executing long-range technology

strategy and the enterprise-wide technology infrastructure including managing business operations

to improve cost effectiveness, service quality, and IT operational effectiveness. Analyzes

technology trends and advancement in areas of specialization and plans for the long-term direction

of the IT organization. Acts on behalf of the CTO as assigned by the CTO or in the absence of the

CTO as the principal IT officer on executive decisions and executive level committees.

Essential Functions

Provides strategic leadership and guidance at the executive level in critical areas of

technology administration. This includes participation as necessary in work with the NASPO

executive team on NASPO business objectives and incorporating these into technology strategies.

Serves on behalf of the CTO as the principal IT Officer, in the CTO's absence or as

requested.

Assist the Chief Technology Officer in developing and managing the technology budget.
Oversees assigned initiatives and projects, fostering strategic partnerships in carrying out

enterprise-wide computing services.

Assists the Chief Technology Officer in leading overall information technology strategic

planning and execution to achieve business goals by prioritizing information technology initiatives

and coordinating the evaluation, deployment, and management of current and future technology

projects.

Assists the Chief Technology Officer in governance oversight, project and staff management,

and service delivery management for all areas of NASPO, Shared-Services organizations and NASPO

Members.

Provides leadership for planning, developing, and implementing IT initiatives.
Leads the development and implementation of best practices and standards in process, design,

architecture, and operations of all aspects of service-oriented IT delivery.

Directs programs to monitor, evaluate and improve customer service delivery.
Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Skills, Experience, And Qualifications

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Excellent ability to conceptualize long-term business goals and develop orderly processes to

accomplish those goals.

Excellent managerial skills.
Excellent presentation skills and ability to brief staff at all levels of the organization.
Strong Project Management skills.
Administrative experience with hardware, software, data, and web applications.
Thorough understanding of information technology and information technology systems.
Ability to provide strategic guidance and counsel to clientele in the assessment and

development of existing and/or proposed systems.

Knowledge of current trends and developments in information technology.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide

range of constituencies in a diverse community.

Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
Strategic planning and advanced leadership skills.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Oversees projects and assignments within the Information Technology (IT) department.
Supports CTO in leading efficient operation of the team including interviewing, hiring, and

training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and

disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Travel

Approximate travel time: 10-12 trips per year

Education And Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Information Technology, or

equivalent experience.

At least 5 years of experience in administration of information systems and technology, with

increasing level of responsibility throughout.

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

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