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The City of Medford is seeking an Innovation and Technology Director to serve as the City’s senior technology leader and Chief Information Security Officer, guiding how technology supports essential public services every day. This executive role partners closely with the City Manager, department leadership, and external stakeholders. You will set citywide technology direction, oversee major initiatives and capital projects, strengthen resiliency and disaster recovery, and ensure sound governance, compliance, and vendor stewardship. If you are a steady, people-centered leader who can translate complex technology choices into clear business decisions and build trust across an organization, we invite you to apply.

 

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Required Education and Experience:

  • Graduation from high school or GED equivalent; and
  • Ten (10) years of increasingly responsible experience in Information Technology (system analysis, strategic planning, multi-platform system integration, and/or project management) directly appliable to the requirements of the position with four (4) of those years in a supervisory or executive leadership role.
  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, management information systems, or another specific area of study as deemed applicable may substitute for two (2) years of experience. 
  • Master’s degree in computer science, management information systems, or another specific area of study as deemed applicable may substitute for four (4) years of experience.


In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, candidates should demonstrate the depth and breadth of leadership experience needed to successfully oversee a complex, citywide technology function.

Desired Attributes:

  • Experience leading an IT department or division in a complex organization
  • Experience developing and executing strategic technology plans
  • Experience overseeing cybersecurity, compliance, and disaster recovery functions
  • Experience managing enterprise-wide technology projects and system implementations
  • Experience managing departmental budgets and technology purchasing decisions


Available Schedule: 

  • Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (occasional after-hours as needed)
  • Opportunity for alternate schedule after the first 90-days:
    • 9-80 (nine-hour workdays with a three-day weekend every other week)