Address
Form of work
SalaryIntroduction
This is a Management Service position with full State of Maryland Benefits
Work that Matters. The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) is a national leader in the financing of affordable housing and revitalizing communities. Annually, DHCD finances approximately 2,700 units of multifamily rental housing in 40 properties, amounting to $350 million in construction and permanent financing. Funding comes from a variety of sources, including state-appropriated funds, taxable and tax-exempt revenue bonds, federal low-income housing tax credits, federal HOME funds, and other federal funds. Additionally, DHCD administers rental assistance programs and innovative initiatives designed to expand affordable housing opportunities for persons with disabilities, increase the energy efficiency and sustainability of affordable multifamily developments, and preserve rental housing.
GRADE
25
LOCATION OF POSITION
7800 Harkins Road
Lanham, MD 20706
The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development Headquarters is located in Prince George's County across from the New Carrollton Metro Stop.
POSITION DUTIES
Would you like to join this nationally-recognized, award-winning organization and apply your skills to this high public purpose and challenging area? DHCD is looking to immediately hire a tech-savvy Information Technology (IT) Deputy Director.
The Deputy Director, Information Technology (DDIT) serves as second-in command for the Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) and supports the operational needs of the Division of Information Technology. The DDIT supervises IT Teams, and responsible for the design, development, release and maintenance of technology systems and services for DHCD initiatives and functions. The DDIT oversees the effective delivery of computer operations and production support, system design and development and database administration, system administration, Cloud Architectures, network operations and administration, PC/desktop support, and customer service. Identifies and implements best practices for optimizing infrastructure and operation costs, improving system performance and ensuring service-level requirements are met.
The DDIT organizes with the State Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), Chief Product Officer (CPO) and Chief Data Officer (CDO) to ensure data security standards and safeguards are achieved. The DDIT plans, organizes, and implements programs within major organizational policies and reports progress of major activities to the Chief Information Officer and the Chief Operating Officer.
DHCD offers a flexible work schedule, telework opportunities, career advancement, casual business dress on Fridays, and a competitive salary. DHCD’s office is located close to the New Carrollton metro stop.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Science or related field from an accredited college and university.
Experience: Eight years' experience in IT Operations (i.e computer operations and production support, system design and development and database administration, system administration, Cloud Architectures, network operations and administration, PC/desktop support, and customer service) with four of those years supervising IT teams.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Graduate Degree in IT or related field
- Cloud Architectures
- Network operations/administration
- System design and development
- Supervision of network operations, database administration and system design and development
SELECTION PROCESS
Please provide sufficient information on your application to document that you meet the minimum qualifications for this recruitment. Unofficial transcripts, certifications or diplomas to document educational or certification qualifications are required. Educational credentials from foreign countries must be evaluated by an approved education review service. This evaluation must be submitted with your application. For further information, you may call International Consultants of Delaware, Inc. (302) 737-8715 or World Education Services Inc. 1-800-932- 3897 or (202) 331-2925. Successful candidates will be placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year. Eligible list may be used to fill future vacancies of the same classification. Successful candidates must document eligibility to work in the U.S. upon hire.
Please note: The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development is not sponsoring new employees in application of the H1-B Visa at this time due to budgetary constraints. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration and Reform Control Act of 1986. Federal regulations prohibit H1-B Visa candidates from paying sponsorship fees, all sponsorship fees must be assumed by the potential employer.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete a qualifications supplement, or the rating may be based on your application. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Report all experience and education that is related to this position.
BENEFITS
State of Maryland Benefits
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online applications are STRONGLY preferred. However, if you wish to submit a paper application, you may mail your application and materials to:
Kathleen Hubbard
Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development
Office of Human Resources
7800 Harkins Road
Lanham, MD 20706
All application materials must be received by the filing deadline. If you are unable to upload your transcripts into the system, please send via email to kathleen.hubbard@maryland.gov. Please include the following in the body of the email:
- Attn: Kathleen Hubbard
- Your First and Last Name
- Recruitment #
- Classification (Job Title) of Recruitment
Incorrect application forms or resumes in place of the application, will not be accepted. If you are interested in these positions and cannot apply online please fill out the paper application. For questions concerning these positions, please call 301-429-7418.
TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.
