Assistant Director for IT

Agency

Safety

Division

70000075 Dept of Public Safety

Job Classification Title

IT Director II (NS)

Position Number

60084458

Grade

DT13

About Us

The Department of Public Safety's mission is to safeguard and preserve the lives and property of the people of North Carolina through preparation, prevention, and protection with integrity and honor. Our agency houses many public safety divisions, including Emergency Management, Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, Alcohol Law Enforcement, Samarcand Training Academy, and the North Carolina National Guard. Join us along with our more than 3,000 employees and 12,000 National Guard members in providing exceptional public safety services to the citizens of North Carolina.

Description of Work

• About NCEM:
• The mission of North Carolina Emergency Management is to enhance North Carolina’s resiliency through active collaboration, communication, and coordination of protection, prevention, mitigation, response and recovery measures.

• About Central Services:
• The primary mission of Central Services is to provide effective and efficient support functions for the Division and external clients. These functions include Accounts Payable, Budget, SERT Finance, Compliance, Human Resources, Preparedness Grants Management, Information Technology Infrastructure, Application Development, Geospatial Information Systems, Salesforce Administration, Fleet Management, Distribution, Contracting, Purchasing, Logistics Support, and Responder Assistance Initiative clinical services.

• About the Position:
• This position serves as a key member of the Division’s leadership team, providing strategic direction, organizational leadership, and executive oversight for all Information Technology functions. The Assistant Director for Information Technology leads a multidisciplinary team of IT professionals organized into four functional areas: IT Infrastructure, Application Development, GIS, and Salesforce. In this capacity, the position is responsible for developing strategic goals, priorities, and operational frameworks to ensure technology resources effectively support the Division’s routine and emergency response/recovery responsibilities.

The Assistant Director for IT provides leadership for the planning, development, execution, and governance of complex technology projects and enterprise-wide initiatives. This includes identifying business and operational needs, establishing project priorities, coordinating cross-functional stakeholders, managing timelines and resources, mitigating risks, and ensuring successful implementation of technology solutions that enhance operational effectiveness. The position is accountable for overseeing a portfolio of strategic and tactical initiatives, ensuring projects are aligned with organizational goals, delivered on schedule, and managed within available resources. The Assistant Director develops and enforces technology standards, policies, governance practices, and operational procedures that promote consistency, compliance, efficiency, and service excellence across the organization.

In addition to technical leadership, the position is responsible for supporting the Division’s IT staff, including supervision, performance management, succession planning, and professional development. The Assistant Director fosters a culture of accountability, innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement while promoting effective coordination within the IT Section and with our internal and external stakeholders.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Range: $121,140 - $211,997

*Please note that all NCEM new hires are required to report on-site/in-office for their first 90 days of employment**

**This posting will close at 11:59pm on 11/20/2026**

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits , including paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, retirement, and health insurance. To view an example of total compensation, please click here NC OSHR: Total Compensation Calculator .

We value our employees and are committed to providing flexibility in work schedules. This position qualifies for teleworking on a part-time basis as part of the State Telework Program.

DPS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals.

The Minimum Education and Experience (E&E) is REQUIRED to qualify for this position. Management Preferences, including Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs), are not required but may be used to determine the pool of most qualified applicants. Managers may also choose to interview/select applicants who demonstrate Management Preferences.

All work history and education (including accurate dates of employment/attendance) must be documented on the application. Work experience may include internships, volunteerism, and full and part-time work. A complete, all-inclusive application maximizes an applicant’s potential to qualify for the position, as well as receive the highest possible salary if selected for the position. Salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations for the advertised position. Click here for more information and application resources .

Resumes may be attached as a supplement to the application but are not a substitute for a complete application.

Management Preferences

• •Skilled in leading a team of information technology professionals and support their development.
• •Demonstrated experience in data management, information systems, or program analytics
• •Strong understanding of data management, web-based applications, networking, and general IT operations including cyber security best practices
• •Oversee the development of SOPs, documentation, and training materials
• •Strong communication skills, with the ability to present complex projects to leadership and decision makers
• •Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to data integrity and operational mission readiness.

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Supplemental and Contact Information

The North Carolina Department of Public Safety (DPS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), we are committed to full inclusion of qualified applicants and will review requests for reasonable accommodation to perform essential job functions during the hiring process or while on the job.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

For applicants with student loans, becoming a state employee may include eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program . Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more.

Transcripts

Attaching transcripts is optional; however, we recommend applicants attach unofficial transcripts to assist in providing credit for education including in substituting education gained for experience. Additionally, qualifying for some positions may require validating hours of coursework in a specific field of study and transcripts are crucial to awarding credit. Degrees and transcripts must be achieved from an appropriately accredited college or university.

Applicants who earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program must attach an unofficial transcript to receive credit for education.

International degrees and transcripts must be evaluated for accreditation by a recognized evaluation service by the closing date of this posting. Failure to provide documentation may result in ineligibility. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) has several options to provide credential verification: https://www.naces.org/members .

Military Experience

Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty that includes Character of Discharge - Member 4 or