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IDEAL CANDIDATE

This is a unique leadership opportunity to work in one of the most innovative areas of the world in a very dynamic
organization. The ideal candidate is:

A visionary leader and trusted advisor with a passion for public service, and the courage and commitment to
reinvent and invigorate IT for San Mateo County government and its residents.
A results-oriented, politically astute executive who builds trust, fosters accountability and has a proven track

record of managing complex state-of-the-art systems while building collaborative partnerships.
An excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills, political acumen, objective thinking, effective

facilitation abilities, and sensitivity to community needs.
A collaborative and strategic partner who actively seeks best practices and scans the environment for emerging

trends and innovative solutions, and identifies the best use of technology to support the business needs of
individual departments and the County as a whole.

A confident and creative problem solver with a 'can do' mindset who is quick and clear thinking, plans ahead,
views challenges as opportunities for growth, and remains calm under pressure.
An honest, fair, and objective fiscally-savvy professional who understands the importance of transparency and

implementing efficiencies.
KEY PRIORITIES

Upgrade Countywide network infrastructure

Bridge the WiFi gap throughout San Mateo County
Implement advanced Cybersecurity tools

Enhance and secure County’s remote work technologies

Support and improve wireless internet connectivity for County departments
Implement smart street technologies

Maintain resilient and reliable public safety communications
Assess and transform the IS Department structure to ensure efficiencies in deliverables

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is

qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:
Education: Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in information sciences,

business or public administration, or related disciplines.
Experience: Six years of increasingly responsible experience performing duties related or equivalent to information
services management in a large, complex agency including two years experience in a senior level administrative or

management position.

Apply Online at http://jobs.smcgov.org