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# ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF INFORMATION SERVICES

- **Company:** County of Santa Cruz
- **Location:** Santa Cruz, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $174,928.0 - $234,458.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Information Management, Software Engineering
- **Published:** September 13, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=d3bc196aec5a7671

## About the Role

Skilled in leading technical teams and managing large,
multi-department projects
Able to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to diverse
audiences
Collaborative, adaptable, and effective at building strong
cross-department relationships
Demonstrates integrity, sound judgment, and a commitment to secure,
reliable public-service technology
Proactive problem-solver with a focus on service excellence and
continuous improvement, Equivalent to graduation with Degree in Information Management, Public
Administration or related field and four years of supervisory or management
experience. Additional qualifying experience may substitute for a maximum of two
years of education.

## Description

Under general direction assist the Information Services Director in planning,
organizing and directing the Department of Information Services and its divisions in
development and support of the Countys information and technology systems;
acts as the Director in the absence of the Director of Information Services; and
does other work as required.

The incumbent is responsible for administrative and management tasks that
support the goals of the Information Services Department. Performs complex and
difficult assignments requiring knowledge of effective administrative and
management methods applied to a broad range of information and technology
services including: application development, computer operations,
telecommunications, PC/Network based services and customer service; assures a
high level of customer satisfaction and performs special projects involving
planning, organizing and monitoring and project management; participates in the
development of department budget. Incumbents act as the Director in the
absence of the department head.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate for the Assistant Director of Information Services is a
forward-thinking technology leader who blends strategic vision with
hands-on operational expertise. They bring a strong commitment to
public service, excel at guiding complex IT initiatives, and foster a
collaborative, innovative work environment that supports the County of
Santa Cruz's mission.


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