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Chief Technology Officer 20

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Chief Technology Officer 20

Salary

$71.86 - $90.68 Hourly

Location

Dimondale, MI

Job Type

Limited Term (position has expiration date)

Job Number

0701-26-D0-09

Department

Technology, Management and Budget

Opening Date

12/22/2025

Closing Date

1/22/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

N/A

Description

The Department of Technology, Management and Budget supports the business operations of state agencies through a variety of services, including building management and maintenance, information technology, centralized contracting and procurement, budget and financial management, space planning and leasing, construction management, motor vehicle fleet operations, and oversight of the state retirement systems.

As a key member of DTMB’s senior management team, the Senior Deputy Director plays a pivotal role in shaping and executing the department’s mission, strategic direction, and organizational structure. This executive leader collaborates closely with DTMB leadership to oversee a $1.8 billion budget and direct nearly 2,700 state employees.

The Senior Deputy Director is directly responsible for the Chief Technology Organization (CTO), which manages a budget exceeding $236 million and leads a team of approximately 600 professionals, including both state employees and contract staff. The CTO delivers enterprise-wide technology solutions that support 19 State of Michigan departments, 47,000 employees, and digital services for over 10 million Michigan residents.

Key Responsibilities

  • Serve as the IT Deputy Director for one of DTMB’s four centralized IT pillars.
  • Lead strategic planning and execution for enterprise technology initiatives.
  • Oversee the delivery of secure, reliable, and innovative digital services across state government.
  • Drive organizational change to align technology capabilities with agency business needs.
  • Foster collaboration across departments to ensure the success of centralized IT operations.
  • Provide executive oversight of large-scale IT budgets, contracts, and workforce planning.
  • Represent DTMB in high-level interdepartmental and statewide technology discussions.

Senior Deputy Director 20 - Position Description (https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/SENDPDIRA05N%20PD1.pdf)

DTMB is at the forefront of digital innovation in government. As Senior Deputy Director, you will have the opportunity to lead transformative initiatives that directly impact the lives of Michigan residents. Join a team committed to excellence, collaboration, and public service.

The state of Michigan offers a competitive work experience that includes a tuition reduction program at several key higher education institutes to help meet your educational and career goals. We offer health, life, dental vision, and disability insurances. Our employees enjoy paid maternity leave, up to 9% match with 401(k), flexible spending accounts, excellent vacation and sick time policies, 14 holidays, and the ability to achieve work-life balance. Apply today to join the state of Michigan employee family!

Required Education And Experience

Please submit a copy of your official college transcripts with your application.

Education

Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.

Experience

Two years of experience as a director of a division.

Additional Requirements And Information

If applicable, attach copies of official college transcripts to your application. (Internet version of transcripts will not be accepted). Failure to attach applicable transcripts may result in your application being screened out.

Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.

The department reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. DTMB does not participate in STEM-OPT

View the job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/S/SeniorExecutiveService.pdf

Accommodations

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator (https://www.michigan.gov/ose/-/media/Project/Websites/ose/Contact/RACs.pdf) for the agency that posted this position vacancy.

State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.

More details on benefits for our new hires are below:

Rewarding Work: State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state’s military and veterans; rebuild our state’s infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems.

Insurance Benefits: The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees’ annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available at www.mi.gov/employeebenefits.

Retirement Programs: The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state’s contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available at http://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc.

Vacation and Sick Leave: Eligible full-time employees receive between 15 and 35 personal days and 13 sick days per year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions.

Paid Parental Leave: Eligible employees can take 12 weeks of paid leave immediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child.

Paid Holidays: Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year’s Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day.

Bonus Programs: Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums.

Military Pay Differential: Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if military pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual.

Tax-Advantaged Programs: In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income.

Student Loan Forgiveness: Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans. Please view Student Loan Information (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation) to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education.

Tuition Reduction: Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan.

Professional Development: To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs.

Alternative and Remote Work Schedules: Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek.

Great Lakes and Great Times: Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park—just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan’s affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer.

Updated: 2/28/24

01

SENDPDIR - Do you possess a bachelor's degree or higher in any major or at least one year of professional experience in the state classified service? If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts.

  • Yes
  • No

02

SENDPDIR - Do you possess at least two years of experience as a director of a division?

  • Yes
  • No

03

What is the largest budget you have managed?

  • None
  • $100 thousand to $5 million
  • $6 million to $15 million
  • $16 million to $25 million
  • Over $25 million

04

If you indicated you have experience managing a budget, please describe the complexity.

05

Do you have experience working in state or local government?

  • Yes
  • No

06

How many years of experience do you have implementing IT solutions to support the business of a client or agency?

  • None
  • Less than one year
  • One to five years
  • Five to ten years
  • More than ten years

07

How many years of managerial experience do you have overseeing IT infrastructure, such as data center operations, network/telecommunications, and device support?

  • None
  • Less than one year
  • One to five years
  • Five to ten years
  • More than ten years

08

If you indicated you have managerial experience overseeing IT infrastructure, such as data center operations, network/telecommunications, and device support, please describe including size of environment, number of devices supported and types of technologies.

09

Please describe your experience managing an agile IT development or a DevSecOps shop.

10

Please describe your experience with developing and implementing strategic plans and setting the vision for the alignment between technology and business goals.

11

Please give examples of your experience and outcomes, when negotiating client agreements and contracts.

12

Please describe your experience with prioritizing projects with clients.

Required Question

Employer

State of Michigan

Department

Technology, Management and Budget

Address

[email protected]

Elliott-Larsen Bldg., 2nd fl., 320 S. Walnut Street

Lansing, Michigan, 48909

Phone

Attn: HR Office

Website

https://www.michigan.gov/dtmb

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