State Chief Technology Officer Full Time

State Chief Technology OfficerWashington Technology Solutions: Powering Washington’s digital future Ready to make an impact? Washington Technology Solutions (WaTech) is at the forefront of tech innovations shaping how millions of Washingtonians access vital state services. From driving statewide IT strategy to delivering cutting-edge solutions, we’re transforming government through technology.At WaTech, you’ll play a critical role in leading, building, and modernizing the tools and systems that keep Washington running. This is more than a job—it’s your opportunity to help shape the future of public service through technology.About the positionAs Washington State’s Chief Technology Officer (CTO), you will be the strategic force behind statewide digital transformation. Reporting directly to the State Chief Information Officer (CIO), you’ll serve as a core member of WaTech’s executive leadership team, driving innovation and shaping the future of public service through technology.In this high-impact role, you will set and execute the statewide technology vision, ensuring that Washington’s enterprise architecture, platforms, and systems are modern, integrated, and resident-focused.You’ll lead the Architecture and Innovation Division, which includes: Enterprise ArchitectureCloud Strategy and OperationsGeospatial Information Systems (GIS)Statewide Data Management and GovernanceWhat you’ll do: Champion innovation and emerging technologies that enhance service delivery to Washingtonians.Steer enterprise-level architecture and investment strategies, ensuring alignment with long-term state priorities.Inspire, direct, and scale cross-agency initiatives, uniting stakeholders under a common digital vision.Ensure the state’s technology ecosystem remains agile, secure, and future-ready.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Some of what to expect with this role: Define and drive the statewide technology vision, strategy, and roadmap, including the future-state technology architecture and data landscape for Washington.Develop and implement a comprehensive State Data Strategy to leverage data for improving outcomes for Washington residents, including initiatives like a resident-focused digital identity and hybrid multi-cloud strategy.Establish statewide policies, standards, and definitions for new and emerging technologies to guide adoption and governance.Identify and integrate emerging technologies into Washington’s technology ecosystem, setting criteria for innovation and legacy system modernization.Document current and future state architectures, develop performance measures, track progress, and report outcomes aligned with the statewide IT strategic plan.Lead and sponsor statewide initiatives that enable agency collaboration and improve public service delivery through connected government solutions.Provide strategic technical guidance as a key contributor to the Enterprise IT Governance Model, and as an advisor to the Technology and Business Management Councils.Represent WaTech nationally, offering leadership in architecture, cloud, data, and emerging technologies for state and local governments.Establish and support statewide communities of practice in key and emerging technology areas to foster knowledge-sharing and innovation.Collaborate with state HR to expand IT staff training programs focused on high-impact emerging technologies such as cloud and data.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

We value diversity and different perspectives: WaTech is committed to providing equal access and opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees. We seek to attract and retain a diverse staff and welcome your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity. What WaTech Offers: As an employee of WaTech, you’ll have access to an outstanding employee benefits package that includes medical and dental plan options for you and your family, paid leave and holidays, retirement plan options and more. WaTech is headquartered in Olympia, Washington. While part-time telework options will be considered for this position, all WaTech leadership positions require a frequent onsite presence. Flexible schedule options intended to support a healthy work life balance, will also be available. To learn more about WaTech, and what our employees enjoy about working here, please visit our website. How to apply: Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Please select the large “apply button” at the top of this announcement. You may need to create a profile and account in Washington state’s automated application system. We invite you to include your name and pronouns in your material to ensure we address you correctly throughout the application process.To be considered for this position you will need to: Submit your online application. Answer all required Supplemental Questions.Attach a Letter of Interest that addresses how your experience qualifies you for this role. Attach a Resume that clearly documents the work history, training, and education that makes you a viable and competitive candidate for this position. Include Three professional references and their contact information. Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference should attach a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to their application. (Please redact any personally identifiable data such as social security number prior to submittal.)Note: Applications without the requested attachments identified above or containing supplemental question responses with comments such as “see resume” may lead to your application being disqualified from consideration. Conditions of employment: This position requires a background check. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position and is a continued condition of employment. Recruitment process: First round of application assessments will be conducted seven days after the initial job posting date. As a part of the interview/assessment process, candidates selected to interview may be given an assignment. The hiring authority reserves the right to offer the position at any time after May 31, 2025. It is to the applicant’s advantage to apply as early as possible. Contact us: For inquiries about this position, please contact Jennifer Kellogg at (360) 407-7985 or email to Human.Resources@watech.wa.gov. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or for an alternative format may contact Human Resources at (360) 407-8242 or Human.Resources@watech.wa.gov.Persons of disability or those who are deaf or hard of hearing can call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388. WaTech complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements of the federal Form I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form on the first day of employment.

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