Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyInformation Technology Services, Office of

TitleAssistant Director Information Technology Services 1 - 9853

Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences

Salary Grade664

Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $127507 to $160911 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Albany

Street Address State Campus, Bldg 12, Flr 2

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12226

Job Specifics

Duties Description ITS provides operational support to state agencies on a 24x7x365 basis; some positions may be required to provide this critical service at any time.

Under the direction of the Deputy Commissioner for Technology (DCT) for DOL the incumbent will be the Chief Data Officer (CDO) for DOL and will direct the Data and Artificial Intelligence (AI) Office within the Dedicated Support Team for DOL creating and managing, with partnership with DOL and ITS, DOLs data and AI strategy; ensuring data quality and driving business value through data analytics and governance to promote transparency, improve government performance and enhance citizen engagement. Duties include, but are not limited to:
• Create a strategy that has data quality at its core and fosters a data driven decision making culture for the agency.
• Develop and contribute to policies for safeguarding and governing data assets.
• Develops or assists in developing and communicating work procedures, processes, rules, and internal controls.
• Encourage compliance with policies, standards, protocols and best practices.
• Collaborate with agency leadership to identify data sets where the quality and consistency are essential to promoting transparency, improve government performance and enhance the citizen experience.
• Advise executive management on potential risks or compliance with regulatory compliance and serve as the liaison to develop short-term and long-term data publication plans.
• Direct the development of effective data management training to raise awareness for safeguarding data and garner support for following data management procedures, enabling quality data to be available.
• Support budgeting activities within the CDO; monitoring and reporting on spending; procuring and managing services related to data management and AI; develop and track performance metrics of the CDO.
• Evaluates proposed and enacted State and Federal Legislation that may impact DOL and may assist in proposing or drafting legislation in partnership with Chief Counsel.
• Collaborate with executive and senior leaders within ITS and DOL whose responsibilities also involve data to ensure the State’s data policies comply with acceptable use standards and regulations.
• Assist in tracking AI projects as required by NYS AI Policy.
• Oversee the integration of AI technologies into existing systems and processes to enhance functionality, optimize performance and achieve organizational objectives.
• In partnership with DOL, lead the identification of opportunities within DOL for leveraging AI to enhance operational efficiency, improve decision-making processes, and drive innovation forward.
• Provide direction and oversight for AI projects to ensure they meet agency policy and standards of practice.
• Responsible for managing risks of using AI and data within DOL.
• Perform full range of supervisory duties.

Expected Travel would be 5%.

Minimum Qualifications Open to NYS employees with one year of permanent competitive service as an Assistant Director Information Technology Services 1 OR in a position at M-3 or higher deemed administrative under Section 52.6 of Civil Service Law. The transfer cannot be a second consecutive transfer resulting in advancement of more than one M-grade or two salary grades.

Additional Comments ITS will not offer permanent employment to any candidate unless the candidate provides documentation that they are authorized to accept work in the United States on a permanent basis. It is the policy of ITS not to hire F1 or H1 visa holders for permanent employment or to sponsor non-immigrant aliens for temporary work authorization visas or for permanent residence.

Some positions may require fingerprinting.

Some positions may require up to 25% travel and/or lifting up to 50 lbs. Some positions are pending Civil Service approval. Details of position(s) will be described further if you are selected for an interview.

If eligible, positions located in New York City will receive an additional $3,400 downstate adjustment location pay with regular annual salary. Positions located in the Mid-Hudson will receive an additional $1,650 adjustment location pay.
to permanent non-competitive and the official probationary period will begin.

Benefits of Working for NYS Generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:
Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually
• Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave annually
• Up to Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually
• Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF.
• Up to three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional development

Health Care Benefits
• Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost

Additional Benefits
• New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership
• NYS Deferred Compensation
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• And many more.

The Office of Information Technology Services is an equal opportunity employer, and we recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We encourage all individuals with disabilities to apply.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

How to Apply

Name ITS Human Resources

Telephone 518-473-0398

Fax 518-402-4924

Email Address PostingResponses@its.ny.gov

Address

Street Empire State Plaza

Swan Street Building, Core 4, Floor 1

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12220

 

Notes on ApplyingTo apply for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume clearly indicating how you qualify. Ensure that you include the vacancy ID in the subject of your email for prompt routing. Your Social Security number may be required to confirm eligibility.