Director of Information Technology

Salary : $107,845.00 - $129,414.00 Annually Location : Gloucester, VA Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 11252025-01 Department: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Opening Date: 11/25/2025 Description Hiring Salary: $107,845-$129,414 Under general direction, The Director of Information Technology leads the County's Information Technology (IT) function, performs complex professional and administrative work in the planning, development, implementation, and maintenance of information and telecommunications systems and related information resources operations. Responsible for IT staff, project implementations, infrastructure, networks, communications, telephone systems, websites, office automation systems, IT hardware and management of the portfolio of software systems and technical solutions across the enterprise. The Director of Information Technology reports to the Deputy County Administrator. Job HighlightsManages the information technology efforts for the County government including Constitutional offices, and other partners, including consultative services for Gloucester County Public Schools (GCPS). Serves as a working Director, who provides hands-on technical expertise and operational support in addition to supervisory duties. Evaluates present hardware, software, system/data security, and associated policies, procedures, and practices in data processing, records management, telecommunications, and other applicable areas and initiates or recommends changes. Develops policies and procedures for the information resource's function, including communications, records, work processes, as well as preventive, predictive, and reactive maintenance and repair and service activities. Manages large systems procurement in data processing and security. Plans, oversees, coordinates, and directs the work of staff, including professional, technical and support employees. Develops and administers short- and long-range plans; manages operating and capital budgets, including identifying when items should be included in the capital budget requests and overseeing the implementation and management of approved capital projects Serves as County liaison for local and state information technology planning. Manages projects and receives/directs response to emergency calls for County LAN, WAN, and enhanced 911 systems. Attends public hearings, budget meetings or Board meetings, as required. Performs other duties as assigned. To view the full job description, click here: Director of Information Technology QualificationsPossession of a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or related field of study. Ten (10) or more years of progressively responsible experience in information technology, five (5) years of which must have been in a management capacity. Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities. Experience with Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) is preferred. To be considered, please submit a completed application, cover letter, resume, and a minimum of 3 professional references. Note: Position is open until filled. Review of applications will begin immediately. Priority consideration will be give to applications received by December 12, 2025.Special Requirements Possession of a valid driver's license; possess and maintain a driving record that meets established Gloucester County Driving Standards. Gloucester County is an Equal Opportunity Employer & Drug Free Employer OUR Community: Gloucester County Experience Gloucester County by following these links:Schools Gloucester County Government offers an excellent benefit package that includes health care coverage, leave program and retirement benefits for all regular full-time employees. Gloucester County participates in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) which requires a 5% mandatory contribution by employees. Visit our for additional information: 01 The supplemental questions are very important and will be used to determine if you meet the basic qualifications as listed on the job posting and in the job description. I acknowledge that I must complete the supplemental questions section in order for my application to be considered complete. Yes No 02 When answering the supplemental questions about experience, education, or certification, please be sure the information is reflected in the online application. I acknowledge the above statement. 03 What is your current highest level of education completed? I do not have a High School diploma or GED HS Diploma or GED Some College Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree or higher 04 If post secondary education is obtained, what field of study is your degree? In no post secondary education was obtained, please enter N/A as your response. 05 Do you possess a valid driver's license? Yes No 06 If you possess a valid driver's license, list the issuing state and expiration date. If not, please enter N/A as your response. 07 Describe (be specific) your computer experience including the types of software or programs used and the type of documents created. If none, please enter N/A as your response. 08 Do you have experience working in IT in the public sector? Yes No 09 Describe your experience with Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services. If none, enter N/A as your response. 10 Do you have five or more years of progressively responsible supervisory level experience in Information Technology? Yes No 11 If you answered yes to the above question, please describe your experience. Be specific and include duration of experience, organization you worked for and job title. Include the number of employees you supervised/managed and the level and expertise of the employees you supervised. 12 Please provide details of your experience in developing and managing annual operation budgets. If none, enter N/A as your response. 13 This position requires the incumbent to be accessible and available to respond to the needs of the County in the event of a natural or man-made disaster or a large scale emergency. Do you understand you will be required to work during these events? Yes No 14 A complete job description for this position is available on the Human Resource Department "Job Description" web page. I have read and understand the complete job description including the education and experience, qualifications and special requirements for this position. I have attached my cover letter, resume and at least 3 professional references with the required information. I acknowledge the above statement. I do not acknowledge the above statement. Required Question