Director of IT Applications Development and Support (DOT Executive VI)

　　Salary

　　$102,170.00 - $164,752.00 Annually

　　Location

　　Anne Arundel County

　　Job Type

　　Full Time

　　Job Number

　　8033ES-TSOOTTSApps-01/24

　　Department

　　Maryland Department of Transportation

　　Opening Date

　　01/19/2024

　　Description

　　Benefits

　　Questions

　　Description

　　Open Recruitment

　　Open Until Filled

　　Executive Service Position

　　(This position serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority)If you have ever taken a flight from BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport; renewed your Maryland driver’s license; traveled to an Orioles game on the Light Rail; embarked on a cruise from the Port of Baltimore; received roadside assistance from CHART Emergency Patrol; reduced your commute time by using one of Maryland’s toll roads; or applied for Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) certification, then you have experienced some of the superb services provided by the Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT). MDOT has various careers for people of all experiences, backgrounds, and abilities who come together to contribute to one mission—connecting our customers to life’s opportunities. Join us in serving our Maryland residents, visitors, and businesses!

　　The Maryland Department of Transportation, The Secretary’s Office (MDOT TSO), is actively seeking a visionary and accomplished professional to fill the role of Director of IT Applications Development and Support (DOT Executive VI). The Director of IT Applications Development is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing the operations of software development and support services across MDOT. The position involves direct oversight of federated IT services, indirect governance of decentralized IT services, and responsibility for IT services provided to MDOT TSO. The Director is tasked with developing and implementing an MDOT IT master plan aligned with organizational goals and ensuring fulfillment of IT strategies emerging from the planning process.

　　This position involves overseeing various offices, including the Enterprise Project Management Office (PMO), IT Enterprise Architecture Office (EA), Applications Office, Data Office, and Network Office. The position entails managing a substantial annual operating budget of $15 million and reporting relationships with subordinate supervisors.

　　This position reports directly to the Chief Information Officer.

　　Some of the essential duties of the Director of IT Applications Development and Support include, but are not limited to the following:

　　Develops and oversees short- and long-term IT plans, collaborating with IT and business management.

　　Leads large-scale enterprise-wide projects, integrating initiatives from definition to implementation across MDOT.

　　Ensures stability of MDOT's IT resources.

　　Aligns organizational design, evaluates current systems, and recommends more efficient solutions for MDOT IT operations.

　　Promotes data access and resource sharing, applying advanced technology knowledge for business transformation.

　　Partners with TSO and Modes for change management and executes strategies supporting business transformation initiatives.

　　Designs and implements initiatives, ensuring benefits realization and facilitating timelines and financial scorecards.

　　Supervises a team managing MDOT IT business functions, supporting project management and driving technology transformation.

　　The current vacancy exists at MDOT TSO, Office of Transportation Technology Services, which is located in Hanover, MD (Anne Arundel County).

　　MDOT offers a generous and competitive benefits package. You can learn about our amazing benefits here : MDOT Benefits

　　Qualifications

　　PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

　　Education: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a closely related field.

　　Experience: Five (5) years of experience leading IT applications development and support, managing large-scale projects, and overseeing IT operations. Two (2) years of this experience should have involved one or more of the following: the supervision of other employees, overseeing and coordinating the general operations of a unit, applying rules and regulations, or exercising responsibility for the development of policies or procedures.

　　The ideal candidate will possess:

　　Capacity to align IT applications development with overall business goals and objectives.

　　Ability to lead and inspire a team of developers.

　　In-depth knowledge of various programming languages, development frameworks, and technologies.

　　Experience with Agile or other project management methodologies.

　　Proven track record of implementing innovative solutions.

　　Ability to adapt to changing technologies and industry trends.

　　Knowledge of industry regulations and compliance standards.

　　Experience with Agile or other project management methodologies.

　　Note: U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as defined under the Minimum Qualifications may be substituted for the required education and experience on a year-for-year basis.

　　Licenses & Certifications

　　None.

　　Additional Information

　　TO APPLY: You must complete an MDOT employment application (DTS-1) online to be considered for this recruitment. RESUMES CANNOT BE SUBSTITUTED FOR THE MDOT EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION. No paper applications will be accepted.

　　Selected candidates may be subject to background and reference checks.

　　You may apply online at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mdotmd

　　Appropriate auxiliary aids and services for qualified individuals with disability will be provided upon request. Please notify in advance. MD Relay Service Number (711). Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

　　The Maryland Department of Transportation is not sponsoring new employees in application of the H-1B Visa or providing an extension of an existing H-1B Visa at this time due to budgetary constraints. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Federal regulations prohibit H-1B Visa candidates from paying sponsorship fees, all sponsorship fees must be assumed by the potential employer.

　　Applicants who have education obtained outside of the U.S. will be required to provide proof of the equivalent U.S. education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service, such as the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( http://www.naces.org ) or World Education Services: International Credential Evaluation ( https://www.wes.org/ ).

　　The incumbent in this position will not be a member of a covered bargaining unit.

　　WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. MDOT does not discriminate based on age, ancestry, color, creed, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, belief or opinion, sex, or sexual orientation.

　　Issue date: 01/19/24

　　Come join the Maryland Department of Transportation Team! We offer more than just a paycheck!!!! We offer healthcare, dental, long term disability, flexible work schedules, and so much more. Read all about our fabulous benefits in detail by visiting:

　　https://www.mdot.maryland.gov/tso/pages/index.aspx?pageid=152

　　Don't miss out on a great opportunity for a challenging career along with fabulous benefits!

　　*Benefits are offered to all full-time, part-time permanent and contractual (partially subsidized) employees. Temporary employees do not receive benefits.

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　　Do you have at least five (5) years of experience leading IT applications development and support, managing large-scale projects, and overseeing IT operations?

　　Yes

　　No

　　02

　　If you answered "Yes" to question #1, please describe this experience in detail to include where (employer) and when (month/year to month/year) you obtained this experience. Please note that this experience must also be documented in your application. If you answered "No" to question #1, please write "N/A".

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　　Website

　　http://www.mdot.maryland.gov

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