What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT STATEWIDE DIRECTOR 1 (APPDM STATEWIDE DATA ANALYTICS 50685167) position at State of Louisiana?
Supplemental Information
This vacancy will be filled by new hire or by promotion of a current permanent status classified employee.
Louisiana is a "State as a Model Employer" for People with Disabilities.
Substitution: Applicants who do not meet the minimum education or experience qualification may receive experience credit from Civil Service approved certifications for up to two years of experience, which may substitute for the bachelor's degree. Please see list of approved Certifications for Substitutions at https://www.doa.la.gov/doa/ots/careers/certifications-for-substitutions/.
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position. A criminal history check may be conducted on employees changing positions including promotions, demotions, details, reassignments and transfers. Also, prospective employees may be subject to pre-employment drug testing. New hires will be subject to employment eligibility verification via the federal government's E-verify system.
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Applicants qualifying based on college training or receipt of a baccalaureate degree will be required to submit an official college transcript to verify credentials claimed prior to appointment. Please make every effort to attach a copy of your transcript to your application. The transcripts can be added as an attachment to your online application or faxed to (225) 219-1041. The selected candidate will be required to submit original documentation upon hire.
For further information about this posting, please contact:
Erica R. Gay
HR Specialist
Division of Administration/Office of Human Resources
email: Erica.Gay@la.gov
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Seven years of experience in information technology or administrative services; OR
Six years of full-time work experience in any field plus five years of experience in information technology or administrative services; OR
An associate's degree in information technology plus five years of experience in information technology or administrative services; OR
A bachelor’s degree plus five years of experience in information technology or administrative services; OR
A bachelor’s degree with twenty-four semester hours in an information technology, computer science, engineering, mathematics, or business analytics field plus four years of experience in information technology or administrative services; OR
A master’s degree plus four years of experience in information technology or administrative services.
EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:
Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.
NOTE:
A certification in an approved area may be substituted for the education and/or experience requirements at the time of hire or promotion, provided the appointment is made from a Certificate of Eligibles.
Job Concepts
FUNCTION OF WORK:
To direct a section of the Office of Technology Services.
LEVEL OF WORK:
Manager.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Broad direction from an IT Statewide Administrator. Other reporting relationships may be approved by SCS.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
Direct over IT Statewide Managers. Other reporting relationships may be approved by SCS.
LOCATION OF WORK:
Division of Administration, Office of Technology Services
JOB DISTINCTIONS:
Differs from IT Statewide Manager 3 by the presence of responsibility for directing a section of the Office of Technology Services.
Differs from IT Statewide Director 2 by the absence of responsibility for directing a complex section of the Office of Technology Services.
Examples of Work
This is a full-time, on-site position located in the Greater Baton Rouge area.
The Office of Technology Services (OTS) aims to be a responsible partner in delivering innovative, effective, and reliable solutions that support and enhance the IT functions within Executive Branch Departments. The Office of Technology Services will work to increase the return on the State’s investment in technology by promoting smart decision-making, solving problems intelligently, increasing the rate of project success, and fostering a skilled and professional staff.
This position leads the Statewide Data Analytics (SDA) section within the Office of Technology Services (OTS), focusing on the strategic implementation, adoption, and support of sophisticated data analytics technologies to serve the executive branch agencies. This position requires a leader with a deep understanding of data analytics, technology management, and public sector operations, capable of steering a dynamic team towards achieving significant, data-driven outcomes for state governance.
Leads and Manages Data Analytics: Directs a comprehensive suite of data analytics services tailored to enhance the technological capabilities of state agencies. This involves overseeing the integration of software and systems to solve complex data-related challenges. Leads the planning and execution of major conversion and implementation projects with statewide impact, ensuring scalability and efficiency in data solutions. Ensures service delivery model aligns with statewide initiatives and provides secure access to essential sources of data.
Operational Coordination: Coordinates with the division administrator and executive management to define section priorities for delivering services to customer agencies, which includes planning for the selection, procurement, implementation, and delivery of information technology resources and services. Engages with State Agency leaders to explore the adoption of data visualization and analytics solutions that enhance decision-making processes. Manages day-to-day operations of the SDA unit, coordinating with team leads to report on project statuses and operational metrics to upper management. Ensures team members adhere to OTS policies and procedures. Actively contributes to policy updates or new procedures to optimize operational performance.
Contract Management: Oversees contractor performance within the analytics team, managing work assignments, ensuring timely and quality delivery of services, and coordinating with vendors for resource adjustments when necessary.
Cost Recovery Analysis: Conducts detailed cost analysis for data analytics services to determine accurate and fair pricing models. This includes evaluating expenses related to data storage, processing, software licenses, and personnel.
Cost Allocation to State Agencies: Implements methodologies to allocate the costs of data analytics services to various state agencies based on usage, benefits received, or other equitable factors. This involves creating transparent, data-driven models to justify cost distribution.
Strategic Technology Oversight: Manages a sophisticated data analytics platform that supports the development and deployment of other applications or technologies. This includes strategic input into technology roadmaps and the evolution of data management practices. Develops and enforces technology plans for the SDA unit, ensuring these align with broader OTS objectives and are executed by subordinate staff.
Legislative and Regulatory Impact: Provides strategic insights on how new laws, regulations, and policies might affect current and future data analytics initiatives, advising on necessary adjustments.
Compliance and Policy Adherence: Ensures all data analytics operations comply with state and federal regulations. Works closely with clients to align services with their specific needs while adhering to legal frameworks.
Performs all other tasks, special projects, analysis, studies, and plans as directed.
As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:
Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/
Parental Leave – Up to six weeks paid parental leave
More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx
Holidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:
- New Year's Day
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
- Mardi Gras,
- Good Friday,
- Memorial Day,
- Independence Day,
- Labor Day,
- Veteran's Day,
- Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.
Retirement – State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):
- Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system
- Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),
- Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others
Salary : $6,254 - $11,258
