Director of information technology

JOB
The Montgomery County Auditor’s Office is seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Information Technology to lead countywide information technology operations.This is an executive-level leadership position responsible for aligning technology initiatives with the County’s strategic goals, maintaining the County’s network, ensuring data security and delivering excellent IT services to staff and the public.The position reports directly to the Montgomery County Auditor.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Manage the daily operations of the County’s Data Processing department, including technical services, applications, disaster recovery and cyber security.Plan, oversee and coordinate the development, installation and support of computing supported services.Administer the design, development and implementation and evaluation of end user services and integrated information services.Lead the development, implementation and maintenance of procedures objectives and short- and long-range planning.Develop, manage and monitor the annual IT operating budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility and alignment with strategic priorities.Serve as advisor to the Data Processing Board, elected officials and department leaders on matters related to technology operations and maintenance.Supervise, mentor and evaluate IT personnel, fostering a collaborative team environment focused on professional growth and continuous improvement.Ensure high quality customer service for County staff by providing timely and effective support for technology-related issues.Maintain accurate records of all IT assets, hardware inventory and software licenses to support compliance and lifecycle management.Establish and enforce IT policies and procedures that promote data security, privacy and responsible technology use across the organization.Stay current with industry trends and best practices, proactively identifying opportunities for technological improvement and innovation.Manage the deployment of new software and hardware, including system upgrades, integrations and security enhancements.Oversee the administration of contracts and manage implementations with third-party vendors.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
BenefitsAll Montgomery County employees become members of the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System and have access to deferred compensation programs. Additionally, the position offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance with HSA match, wellness program and incentives, life insurance, paid vacation, paid personal leave days, sick leave, holiday pay, tuition reimbursement, and access to dental, vision, short-term disability, accident & critical care benefits.Benefit information can be found on the Montgomery County Benefits website at: to ApplyInterested candidates should send a resume and cover letter to Montgomery County Auditor Karl Keith at [email protected] by Monday, November 17, 2025.Montgomery County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or veteran status.