IT ASSISTANT DIRECTOR III

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Maryland Board of Nursing

The main purpose of this position it to provide executive level direction for multiple information technology activities and staff within the MD Board of Nursing (MBON) Information Technology Office concerning all MBON infrastructure, systems, databases, and IT programs. The IT Assistant Director will ensure operational efficiency, consistency, and compliance with MBON strategic plan, and state and federal regulations for all MBON IT systems. This position will ensure functionality, security, and integrity of all MBON internal and public interfacing systems, applications, databases, data, and any other electronic information system. This position will research and evaluate new and emerging technology to keep MBON IT resources efficient, effective, and safe.

• Establish IT vision and master plan for MBON. Direct budgetary, staffing, training, and technical activities necessary to successfully execute IT vision and master plan. Research emerging technologies and alternatives to existing MBON IT resources to maximize MBON efficiency and cost savings while executing the Board’s mission. Make recommendations to appropriate MBON Executive leadership. Plan, manage, and provide accountability of MBON IT budget. 
•  Develop, direct, and maintain highly functional IT staff to meet all MBON technology needs in a timely, efficient, accurate, and customer service oriented manner. Ensure quick and accurate completion of all IT staff tasks. Act as subject matter expert for all aspects of IT matters for both IT staff and MBON Executive leadership. Keep Executive leadership informed regarding all aspects of MBON IT matters. Provide outstanding customer service and ensure that subordinate staff provide outstanding customer service to all internal and external clients. 
•  Ensure compliance with all relevant policies (security, technology, procurement, etc.) governing MBON IT matters. Develop, maintain, and periodically test Disaster Recovery and Continuity of Operations plans for MBON. Administer all audit activities and findings pertaining to MBON IT matters. Ensure swift compliance with audit findings. Assist with fiscal inquiries, reconciliation of IT purchases. 
•  Direct all MBON IT staffs’ activities to ensure accuracy, functionality, security, availability and up-to-date status of MBON internal and public interfacing IT resources including all aspects of licensure applications and websites. 
•  Ensure proper, timely, accurate and secure sharing of data and/or statistical information with all State and national level partners, licensees and general public. 
•  Prioritize MBON IT projects; determine staffing requirements, develop work plans and schedules; monitor progression of IT projects; oversee closing of completed projects.  Ensure completion of MBON projects on-time and on-budget. Manage all aspects of MBON IT vendor contracts and activities. Ensure and verify timeliness and accuracy of vendor/contractor deliverables. Manage all budgetary aspects of vendor contracts.

Education:   Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Information Management, Information Technology, IT Management, or related computer science area of study

This desired candidate should possess:

This is a Management Services position and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.  A resume must accompany your application.

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). 

Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. 

Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.

If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload.  If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information to 410-333-5689. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251.

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov. 

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.