DESCRIPTION:
Under general direction, the incumbent of this position functions in a key executive management role, reporting to the County Executive. The incumbent is responsible for providing leadership in the strategic planning, development, acquisition, implementation, and operational initiatives in all areas of information and communication technologies in a constantly changing environment. The Commissioner sets overall County policy to meet overall organizational goals, setting priorities for systems development and coordinating departmental user needs in an integrated approach to maximize the efficient, effective and economical application of technological and staffing resources, and contain costs. The Commissioner oversees the purchasing or contracting of all hardware, software and peripheral equipment; develops, negotiates and monitors all contracts for services; and oversees all telecommunications services for the County. Administrative supervision is exercised over all department staff. Does related work as required.
Salary Range: $126,324-$187,894
QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Master's Degree in business or public administration, computer science, information systems or other closely related field and ten (10) years of executive level information systems management experience providing a wide variety of technical support to a large County.
Suffolk County’s Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Equity:
- Our focus is to promote, support, and implement the County-wide diversity and inclusion strategic plan.
- We achieve results in all our responsibilities through the use of diversity and inclusion best practices.
- We maintain a familiarity with Diversity & Inclusion trends and best practices.
Suffolk County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
Skills Required
- Master's degree in business or public administration, computer science, information systems, or closely related field from an accredited institution.
- Ten (10) years of executive-level information systems management experience providing broad technical support to a large county.
- Experience overseeing procurement, contracting, and telecommunications for a government organization.
What We Do
Suffolk County Government serves the easternmost portion of Long Island, New York. It operates various departments and agencies, including those for Social Services, the Youth Bureau, and Aging and Consumer Affairs. The government provides essential citizen and business services, such as licensing and economic development resources, and manages the region's public parks and beaches to enhance the quality of life for its residents.
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