What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Executive Director, Public Safety Technologies position at NYC Department of Social Services?
The Office of Technology and Innovation (OTI) oversees all Citywide technology, privacy, cybersecurity, infrastructure, and telecommunications to ensure the security of, and enhance, City operations and service delivery to New York City's residents, businesses, employees, and visitors. As the City's technology and innovation leader, OTI is responsible for operating, maintaining and securing IT infrastructure and systems that touch every aspect of City life from public safety to human services, from education to economic development crossing the full spectrum of governmental operations.
At OTI, we offer great benefits, and the chance to work on projects that have a meaningful impact on millions of people. You'll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology, transition our existing data infrastructure to a cloud-centric platform, and collaborate with other passionate professionals who share your drive and commitment to making a difference through technology.
The successful candidate will serve as the Senior Executive Director for Public Safety Technologies reporting directly to the Deputy Commissioner for Public Safety & Emergency Management. The Senior Executive Director will provide the day-to-day leadership and management pertaining to the technology implementation and support of citywide public safety information technology.
Primary Responsibilities
- Oversee the management of technical teams involved with the day-to-day management of Public Safety technologies;
- Implement practices and policies governing Public Safety technologies;
- Manage overall IT models applied to all areas of the Public Safety Technology portfolio;
- Develop and execute strategies that improve Public Safety technology reliability, up-time and resiliency that meet mission-critical standards;
- Provide technical leadership and oversee senior level technical managers;
- Manage and deliver technical data and related reporting for management;
- Oversee Public Safety IT vendors;
- Oversee the planning and development of a comprehensive technical strategy including staffing, budget, technology upgrades, modernization and PSIT vendor management;
- Manage special Public Safety IT projects and initiatives as assigned.
SHIFT
Due to the necessary technical management duties of this position in a 24 / 7 operation, candidate may be required to be on call and / or work various shifts such as weekends and / or nights / evenings.
TO APPLY
Special Note : Taking and passing civil service exams are necessary to maintain employment with the City of New York. Please check the Department of Citywide Administrative Services (
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