IT Business Solutions Development Chief

IT Business Solutions Development Chief 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars San Bernardino, CA 92401 $68.23 - $97.77 an hour - Full-time San Bernardino County 1,081 reviews $68.23 - $97.77 an hour - Full-time JOB San Bernardino County is seeking an experienced and innovative IT Business Solutions Development Chief to provide strategic and operational leadership within the Innovation and Technology Department. The IT Business Solution Development Chief oversees the development of enterprise applications, GIS services, website development, SQL database administration, AI solutions, and data analytics. This role establishes the vision and direction for technology platforms that promote innovation, enhance service delivery, and support County-wide business needs.

The IT Business Solution Development Chief directly manages three Deputy Chiefs and ensures alignment with County priorities, policies, compliance standards, and fiscal responsibility.

This role is responsible for defining the vision and strategy for technology platforms that foster innovation, enhance service delivery, support digital transformation, and meet County-wide business needs. The Division Chief directly oversees three Deputy Chiefs and ensures alignment with County priorities, policies, and compliance standards.

This executive role provides strategic and operational leadership over: Enterprise application developmentGIS platforms and servicesWebsite development and user experienceSQL database administrationArtificial Intelligence (AI) and machine learning solutionsCountywide data analytics

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic LeadershipLead enterprise applications, GIS, data ecosystem, AI/ML projects, and analytics.

Drive modernization initiatives that enhance efficiency and service delivery.

Align technology strategy with County priorities, compliance, and budget goals.

Operational ManagementSupervise three Deputy Chiefs and oversee BSD teams.

Manage SDLC, cloud integrations, AI solutions, and data governance frameworks.

Oversee vendor contracts, technology procurements, and professional services.

Establish and monitor KPIs, SLAs, and performance dashboards.

Collaboration & Stakeholder EngagementPartner with County departments to deliver value-driven solutions.

Collaborate with CIO, ACIO, CISO, CTO, and IT leaders on unified strategy.

Present strategies, outcomes, and performance to County executives and the Board of Supervisors.

Governance & ComplianceEnsure ADA, accessibility, cybersecurity, and records retention compliance.

Support responsible AI governance and data ethics.

Develop and enforce policies, standards, and procedures for sustainable practices.•

Official Job Title:

IT Division Chief. For a more comprehensive listing of job duties for this classification, please refer to the IT Division Chief job description.

ABOUT THE

DEPARTMENTThe Innovation and Technology Department is County of San Bernardino's primary technology service provider entrusted with managing and safeguarding the County's enterprise mission critical systems and infrastructure. It is our goal to empower the County through innovation and enterprise solutions that promote progress through technology and provide transparency and mobility that enable staff to focus on addressing and resolving issues toward the progress of the County's mission, ensuring continued success. To learn more, visit the ITD website.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS

!To review the job-specific benefits, refer to: Summary of BenefitsMemoranda of Understanding (MOU)

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENTPre-Employment Process:

Prior to appointment, candidate must undergo a background check, which includes fingerprinting and a medical exam.

Travel:

Travel throughout the County may be required. Employees will be required to make provisions for such transportation.

Sponsorship:

San Bernardino County is unable to consider candidates who require Visa sponsorship at the time or in the future. Candidates must be able to present their legal right to work in the United States.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Candidates MUST possess the required education and experience in ALL of the following areas in order to qualify.

EXPERIENCE

Four (4) years within the last six (6) years of progressive IT leadership managing IT enterprise-level initiatives in applications, GIS, databases, analytics, and/or Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning. Experience must include ALL of the following: Software development methodologiesEnterprise applicationsProject management practicesCollaborative partnerships with stakeholders

MANAGEMENT

Three (3) years full-time equivalent experience in management or higher overseeing diverse IT teams across multiple technological functions within an a large organization. Experience may be concurrent.

EDUCATION

A completed bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university computer science, information technology, business administration, public administration or closely related field.

Substitution:

Two (2) additional years of qualifying experience may substitute for required education.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Examination Procedure:

There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department.

Application Procedure:

Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire for consideration before the posted deadline. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires. To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records.

Please note:

if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application. If you need technical assistance, follow this link to review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.

ADA Accommodation:

If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF) within one week of the recruitment filing deadline.

Veterans' Preference:

Eligible veterans, their spouses, or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Information (Download PDF).For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process.