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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # IT DIRECTOR - **Company:** City of Milton - **Location:** Milton, FL, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $91,184.0 - $109,824.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Cyber Security, Information Systems, Disaster Recovery, Information Technology Operations, Software Requirements Analysis, Enterprise Software Applications, System Availability, Information Technology - **Published:** July 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=895b607e905e6014 ## About the Role * Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in information technology, including direct or participatory management experience in areas related to the duties and responsibilities of the position. Experience should demonstrate progressively increasing responsibility in information technology operations, strategic planning, systems management, infrastructure, enterprise applications, project management, budgeting, cybersecurity, vendor management, or related areas. * An equivalent combination of education, training, and directly related professional experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the position may be considered. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION * Bachelor's degree in information systems, computer science, information technology, cybersecurity, accounting, mathematics, public administration, business administration, or a closely related field is preferred. * Master's degree in one of the above disciplines or a closely related field is desirable. REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES * Valid State of Florida driver's license. * Must be able to obtain and maintain Level 4 Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) Security & Awareness Training certification. * Must obtain and maintain any additional certifications, licenses, or security clearances required by law, regulation, City policy, or the operational responsibilities of the position., Positions are assigned a Driver Classification based on whether driving is an essential part of the job and the level of responsibility involved in operating a City vehicle or driving for city-related business. Driver classifications determine the type of license required, the level of training needed, type and frequency of Motor Vehicle Record checks, and the safety and compliance expectations for the position. This position is classified as SECONDARY DRIVER, which includes positions that may occasionally operate a City vehicle or drive on behalf of the City, but for which driving is not a primary or regular essential duty. Employees in this category must maintain a valid driver's license, comply with the City's Vehicle Use and Driver Safety Policy, and may be subject to periodic motor vehicle record review when assigned driving responsibilities. Loss of driving privileges may affect the employee's ability to perform certain duties but does not typically prevent performance of the overall position. Employees in this classification are required to report any driving Impairment, unsafe driving, or loss of driving privileges that may directly impact the employee's ability to perform the essential duties of the position immediately to their supervisor and Human Resources. ## Description The IT Director provides vision and leadership for the development and implementation of information technology initiatives, and the ongoing technology needs of the City of Milton. The position directs the planning, implementation, operation, and management of enterprise information technology systems in support of City operations, with the goal of improving cost effectiveness, service quality, operational efficiency, security, and organizational performance. The IT Director is responsible for alservects of the City's information technology systems and resources and serves as a member of the City's leadership team., * Participates in strategic and operational governance processes as a member of the City's senior leadership team and ensures departmental goals and objectives align with the City's vision, mission, and values. * Leads strategic and operational information technology planning to achieve organizational goals by fostering innovation, prioritizing IT initiatives, and coordinating the evaluation, deployment, management, and support of current and future technology systems. * Develop and maintain an IT organizational structure that effectively supports the operational needs of the City. * Establishes departmental goals, objectives, priorities, policies, standards, and operating procedures. * Identifies opportunities for appropriate and cost-effective investment in IT systems and resources, including staffing, sourcing, purchasing, contracting, and in-house development. * Assesses and communicates risks associated with IT investments, systems, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and operational continuity. * Develops, tracks, manages, and controls the Information Technology Department's annual operating and capital budgets. * Develop business case justifications and cost-benefit analyses for IT expenditures, projects, contracts, and initiatives. * Directs the development, maintenance, testing, and execution of enterprise-wide disaster recovery and business continuity plans. * Assesses the effectiveness of the City's IT operations and makes recommendations for improvement, modernization, restructuring, or re-engineering. * Coordinates and facilitates consultation with City departments and stakeholders to define operational, business, and system requirements for technology implementations. * Approves, prioritizes, coordinates, and oversees IT projects and the IT project portfolio, including the selection, acquisition, development, implementation, and installation of major information systems. * Reviews hardware, software, service, licensing, acquisition, and maintenance contracts and pursues opportunities for master agreements, standardization, and economies of scale. * Defines and communicates Citywide plans, policies, procedures, and standards for the acquisition, implementation, security, use, and operation of information technology systems. * Ensures continuous and reliable delivery of IT services through oversight of service levels, system availability, vendor performance, and IT system performance. * Ensures IT system operations comply with applicable laws, regulations, ordinances, policies, security requirements, and industry standards. * Establishes appropriate lines of control, access, accountability, and oversight for current and proposed information systems. * Maintains current knowledge of trends, emerging technologies, cybersecurity issues, industry practices, and technology costs and advises City leadership regarding operational and financial impacts. * Promotes and manages strategic relationships between internal IT resources and external entities, including governmental agencies, vendors, contractors, consultants, and partner organizations. * Directs and supervises the recruitment, development, performance, retention, and organization of IT staff in accordance with City policies and approved budgetary objectives. * Ensures the welfare and safety of employees and protects the City's interests by maintaining a safe and secure working environment. ADDITIONAL DUTIES: * Provides strategic technology guidance and recommendations to the City Manager, City leadership, department heads, and other City stakeholders. * Represents the City and the Information Technology Department in meetings with governmental agencies, vendors, contractors, consultants, and partner organizations. * Maintains awareness of emerging technologies, cybersecurity threats, market conditions, and technology pricing that may affect City operations. * Responds to technology emergencies, system outages, cybersecurity incidents, disaster recovery events, and other critical operational needs as required. * Travels to City departments, facilities, and other locations as necessary to oversee IT operations, projects, systems, and services. * Performs other related duties and special assignments as directed by the City Manager., The City of Milton conducts background checks on all final candidates as part of the hiring process. A criminal record does not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. The City evaluates each background on an individualized basis, considering factors such as the nature and seriousness of the offense, the time that has passed since the conviction, the responsibilities of the position, the candidates rehabilitation efforts, progress and statements, and whether the offense is relevant to the duties to be performed. The City values second-chance employment opportunities and may hire individuals with prior convictions when it is appropriate for the position and consistent with operational and safety requirements. ## Related Videos - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Microservices? Monoliths? 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