Director, Information Technology

Director, Information Technology provides strategic and operational leadership for the City’s information technology function and the Information Technology Department.

The Director is accountable for departmental performance, people, financial and resource management, and the delivery of secure, reliable, resilient, cost-effective and continuously improving enterprise technology and information management services. They ensure that technology strategies, investments, systems, projects, and service improvements align with Council priorities, corporate objectives, operational and service delivery requirements, regulatory obligations, and governance standards.

As the City’s senior advisor on technology, cybersecurity, information management and digital transformation, the Director works with City leadership to establish enterprise technology strategy, governance and priorities, manages the technology portfolio, and advises Executive Leadership and Council on significant technology opportunities, risks and decisions.

Working across the organization, the Director strengthens collaboration between IT and business areas, ensures technology services and investments deliver value, respond to business needs, manage organizational risk, enable innovation and modernization, and support effective municipal service delivery.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic and operational leadership for the City's Information Technology Department, ensuring secure, reliable, resilient and cost-effective technology and information management services.

Establish and lead enterprise technology, information management and digital transformation strategies, priorities and long-term plans.

Provide strategic advice to Executive Leadership and Council on technology, cybersecurity, information management, business continuity, digital transformation and emerging technologies.

Oversee the City's technology investment and project portfolio, including major technology acquisitions, implementations and modernization initiatives.

Direct departmental operations, workforce planning, budgeting, resource allocation and service delivery, while fostering a high-performing, accountable and customer-focused culture.

Build strong relationships across the organization to ensure technology services, investments and priorities align with business needs, corporate objectives and effective municipal service delivery.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, or a related discipline from a recognized post-secondary institution is required. A Master's degree is preferred.

At least 10 years of progressively senior information technology experience, managing and/or directing an IT operation, including five or more years managing a major IT operation in a municipal, public sector, or recognized consulting environment.

A Diploma in computer science, information systems, or other related discipline from a recognized post-secondary institution may be considered with 15 years of related experience.

Professional certifications in project management, organizational change management, IT governance, management consulting, or IT service management are considered an asset.

Demonstrated experience with technology governance, portfolio management, investment prioritization and major project delivery.

Broad knowledge of enterprise technology, including infrastructure, cloud services, enterprise applications, networks, cybersecurity, data and information management, service management, business continuity and disaster recovery.

Strong executive leadership skills with demonstrated ability to lead managers, professional and technical teams.

Hours of Work

This position works 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday (8:00 – 5:00) and receives 1 Earned Day Off per month.

Benefit from flexible work hours by adjusting your start and end times by 30 or 60 minutes around our business hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Compensation

The salary ranges from $164,477.56 - $198,426.54 per year, including a comprehensive benefits package with a flexible spending account, pension plan, supplementary pension, monthly vehicle allowance and accrued paid vacation starting at 5 weeks per year.

Learn more about our benefits here: Employee Benefit Guide .

Why You Should Work With Us

This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. While most employees within the department work remotely, the Director will maintain a hybrid presence to support leadership, collaboration, and operational needs. Employees are eligible to participate in this program after 3 months of employment, subject to satisfactory performance.

You will receive a Flexible Spending Account limit at the beginning of each calendar year (permanent full time $400).

Employees can purchase an annual Recreation Access Pass for $87 + tax, granting unlimited access to Servus Credit Union Place (excluding PLAYcare and registered programs), Fountain Park Recreation Centre, and Grosvenor Outdoor Pool.

Free parking near most City worksites (ask for location specific details).

Conditions of Employment

The successful candidate will be required to provide proof of educational and professional credentials.

The successful applicant will be required to obtain a satisfactory police information check.

Please note that the presence of charges or convictions does not automatically preclude an individual from being considered for employment. All findings will be reviewed and assessed in relation to the responsibilities and requirements of the position.

A valid Alberta Class 5 Driver’s Licence and access to a personal vehicle for business use are required.

Application Information

Please upload a cover letter and a resume when applying for this opportunity. These will need to be uploaded as two separate documents.

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, at the same or lower classification level.

Please note that the City conducts most interviews via video conference and will provide a link and instructions to applicants selected for an interview.

Closing Statement

We thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

The City of St. Albert is committed to creating and fostering a diverse workforce where all are welcome and we find a common purpose and strength in our differences. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, including those from members of groups that are historically or continue to be underrepresented.

We respectfully acknowledge that we are on Treaty 6 territory, traditional lands of First Nations and Métis peoples. As treaty People, Indigenous and non-Indigenous, we share the responsibility for stewardship of this beautiful land.

Please answer all of the following questions before applying

• Question numbers in red and with an asterisk indicate mandatory questions (answer is required).

*1. Are you legally eligible to work in Canada? Yes

No

*2. Which of the following best describes your combination of education and experience? Bachelor’s degree or higher in computer science, information systems or a related discipline, plus at least 10 years of progressively senior IT experience

Diploma in computer science, information systems or a related discipline, plus at least 15 years of progressively senior IT experience

Neither of the above

*3. Do you have at least five years of experience managing or directing a significant IT operation within a municipal government, another public-sector organization or a recognized consulting environment? Yes

No

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