Chief Information Manager 3 (Chief Information Officer)

Join the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) and help fulfill our mission:

To protect and enhance Oregon's fish and wildlife and their habitats for use and enjoyment by present and future generations.

We are hiring for one permanent, full-time position located at the ODFW headquarters in Salem, Oregon.

We are seeking a forward-thinking, experienced, and collaborative Chief Information Officer (CIO) to lead our technology strategy and operations. This is a high-impact, executive-level role that combines strategic vision with hands-on leadership in driving digital transformation across the agency.

What you will do:

As the agency’s CIO, you will:

• Serve as ODFW’s chief technology strategist, representing the agency in partnerships with other state agencies, organizations, and entities through collaborative information exchange, planning, and implementation.
• Lead the development and execution of an agency-wide strategic technology plan that supports ODFW’s mission and operational goals.
• Direct IT governance, organization-wide project portfolio management, and delivery of high-priority and cross-functional technology initiatives.
• Oversee a team of IT managers, project managers, analysts, and developers responsible for systems architecture, application development, business analysis, and IT support services.
• Manage contracts with vendors and consultants delivering critical IT services and organization-wide solutions.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state IT security, data protection, and technology standards.
• Regularly engage with internal stakeholders from field biologists to executive leaders translating business needs into future-ready technology solutions.

For a full review of the position details, duties, and working conditions, please review the position description located here.

What we are looking for:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Seven years of lead work, supervision, or progressively related experience;

OR

• Four years of related experience and a Bachelor’s degree in field related to information technology.

Desired Attributes:

We’re especially interested in candidates with:

• Proven experience in IT strategic planning and organization-level project governance.
• Demonstrated success leading and delivering complex, cross-functional IT projects.
• Strong technical expertise in application development, IT security, networking, and systems integration.
• Experience managing and supervising high-performing technology teams.
• Familiarity with public sector IT environments and contract/vendor management.
• Skilled communicator able to translate complex technology concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences and transform business needs into actionable technology solutions.
• A customer-focused problem solver who thrives under pressure, adapts quickly to change, and consistently meets multiple deadlines.

Benefits of Joining Our Team

The Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) is dedicated to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce as we strive to represent and better serve our neighboring communities. Our most important asset is our employees, and each person brings unique, different, and important contributions to the workplace and community we serve. With Oregon’s changing demographics, a workforce that reflects this change will make us stronger and create an opportunity for better decision making.

Additional benefits include:

• Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, and a competitive benefits package.
• Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.
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Application Details and Instructions 

• First time applying to the State of Oregon? Consider utilizing a WorkSource Oregon Resource event!
• This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified people to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill other vacancies as they occur.
• Please save a copy of this job announcement for reference, as it is not available for you to view after the announcement deadline.
• The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect an additional 6.95%.
• Reasonable accommodations for interviews will be provided upon request to individuals with disabilities.
• The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT/PST) on the close date. After you submit your application, be sure to respond to the two questionnaires relating to public records requests and veterans’ preference immediately following your submittal. These questions are necessary to complete the application process.
• If you are experiencing difficulty applying for this position or have questions, please contact the ODFW Human Resources office at 503-947-6051.

Additional Details:

• If you are hired, you will become part of the State's management service. Pay and benefits on all job listings may change without notice.
• Finalists are subject to both a criminal history and motor vehicles check. Driving is required for all positions. Adverse background and/or driving information may disqualify you from further consideration.
• Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete the U.S. Department Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. ODFW participates in E-Verify. ODFW is not able to support VISA sponsorships.
• Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For more information, please visit Veterans Resources.

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The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer