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    "description_html": "<p><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><strong>Job Title:</strong> IT Director<br><strong>Department: </strong>Information Technology Department<br><strong>Reports To:</strong> Deputy County Manager<br><strong>Classification:</strong> Full-Time, Exempt<br><strong>Compensation Range:</strong> $80,000 - $100,000<br><strong>Benefits:</strong> <a href=\"https://www.lakecountyco.gov/187/Employee-Benefits\">Employee Benefits | Lake County, CO</a></span></p><p><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><u><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"letter-spacing:0.1pt;\">Why join our team?</span></span></span></u></span></span><br><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"letter-spacing:0.1pt;\">Join a workplace where public service meets opportunity. At Lake County Government, employees are empowered to grow, collaborate, and make a meaningful impact every day. We offer a supportive environment that values innovation and connection, with reliable compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to helping you succeed both professionally and personally.</span></span></span><br><br><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><u><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"letter-spacing:0.1pt;\">Cultural Expectations</span></span></span></u></span></span></span></p><ul><li style=\"margin-right:1px;margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><b><i><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"letter-spacing:0.1pt;\">Assume Good Intent:</span></span></span></i></b><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"letter-spacing:0.1pt;\"> Approach each interaction with positive mindset and openness to understand others.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-right:1px;margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><b><i><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"letter-spacing:0.1pt;\">Model Professional:</span></span></span></i></b><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"letter-spacing:0.1pt;\"> Maintain high standards in behavior and communication that reflects our values.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-right:1px;margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><b><i><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"letter-spacing:0.1pt;\">Apply County Wide Lens:</span></span></span></i></b><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"letter-spacing:0.1pt;\"> Consider the broader impact of decisions on our community and organization as a whole.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-right:1px;margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><b><i><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"letter-spacing:0.1pt;\">Be Solutions-Oriented:</span></span></span></i></b><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"letter-spacing:0.1pt;\"> Focus on finding constructive solutions rather than dwelling on problems or challenges.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-right:1px;margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><b><i><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"letter-spacing:0.1pt;\">Practice Servant Leadership:</span></span></span></i></b><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"letter-spacing:0.1pt;\"> Prioritize the needs of others, fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-right:1px;margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><b><i><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"letter-spacing:0.1pt;\">Support Meaningful Work-Life Balance:</span></span></span></i></b><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"letter-spacing:0.1pt;\"> Encourage boundaries that support personal well-being while achieving professional responsibilities. </span></span></span></span></span></span></li></ul><p><strong><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Position Summary</span></strong><br><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">The IT<span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"> Director is a key member of t</span>he County’s leadership team, responsible for developing and executing a strategic vision for information technology across all Offices and Departments. This position provides high-level planning<span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">, oversight, and management of the County’s technology infrastructure, cybersecurity, enterprise applications, and digital modernization initiatives. The IT Director ensures systems and services align with Lake County’s strategic goals and regulatory requirements, while leading efforts to replace outdated sy</span>stems, manage complex technology projects, and improve IT operations through innovation, resilience, and user-centered design.</span></p><p><strong><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">General Duties and Responsibilities</span></strong><br><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.<br><br><u>Essential Functions</u></span></p><p><strong><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Strategic Leadership & Planning</span></strong></p><ul><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Develop and lead the County’s long-term IT strategic plan in alignment with organizational priorities and Office and Department needs.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Partner with County leadership to identify opportunities where technology can enhance service delivery, transparency, and operational efficiency.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Develop and monitor performance metrics and KPIs for IT services, ensuring accountability and continuous improvement.</span></li></ul><p><strong><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Project Management</span></strong></p><ul><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Oversee the County’s IT projects, ensuring initiatives are aligned with strategy, completed on time, and within budget.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Manage complex, cross-departmental technology projects including software modernization, infrastructure upgrades, and digital accessibility improvements.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Lead procurement and implementation of enterprise systems (e.g., ERP, permitting, records management) to replace legacy technology.</span></li></ul><p><strong><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Systems Oversight + Modernization</span></strong></p><ul><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Assess current infrastructure and applications to identify risks, inefficiencies, and opportunities for modernization.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Direct and approve system architecture decisions, hardware/software upgrades, cloud transitions, and digital security protocols.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Maintain a County-wide technology replacement schedule and ensure systems are appropriately updated and documented.</span></li></ul><p><strong><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Cybersecurity, Risk Management + Compliance</span></strong></p><ul><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Ensure robust information security practices are in place to protect County systems, data, and assets.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Develop and enforce IT policies and procedures related to cybersecurity, data governance, and acceptable use. Ensure policies align with state and federal requirements and relevant frameworks.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Conduct regular risk assessments of county systems, applications, facilities and vendors to identify threats and vulnerabilities. Recommend risk mitigation measures tailored to a small county environment, prioritizing high-impact, low-cost controls.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Manage incident response plans and business continuity strategies.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Monitor and support compliance with applicable laws and regulations, not limited to state and federal data privacy and breach notification laws, CJIS, HIPAA and other relevant mandates.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Coordinate responses to risk and compliance audits, assessments and security questionnaires from relevant oversight bodies. </span></li></ul><p><strong><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Organizational Development + Collaboration</span></strong></p><ul><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Supervise and support the professional development of IT staff. Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and customer service.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Collaborate with Offices and Departments to evaluate technology needs, recommend solutions, and promote user adoption.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Serve as the liaison to external technology providers, consultants, and agencies.</span></li></ul><p><strong><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Budget + Resource Management</span></strong></p><ul><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Prepare and manage the IT Department’s annual budget and multiyear capital planning.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Ensure effective asset management, licensing compliance, and cost efficiency across all technology resources.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Identify and pursue grant funding and other external resources to support IT initiatives.</span></li></ul><p><strong><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Digital Accessibility + Compliance</span></strong></p><ul><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Ensure that County digital services comply with WCAG 2.1 AA, Section 508, and ADA requirements.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Lead accessibility audits, support department compliance, and promote digital equity through inclusive design.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Embed accessibility requirements in procurement, contracts, and vendor relationships.</span></li></ul><p><strong><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Technical Knowledge</span></strong></p><ul><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Expert understanding of modern IT systems, cloud services, enterprise software, cybersecurity frameworks, and infrastructure planning.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Knowledge of public sector operations and regulations, including records retention, digital accessibility, and open data practices.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Familiarity with technologies used in government (e.g., Microsoft 365, GIS, ERP, public safety systems).</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Expertise negotiating, analyzing and managing IT contracts and working with managed service providers (MSP).</span></li></ul><p><strong><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Strategic + Analytical Skills</span></strong></p><ul><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Strong strategic planning, organizational, and decision-making skills.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Ability to analyze complex problems, forecast impacts, and translate technical issues into business solutions.</span></li></ul><p><strong><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Communication + Leadership</span></strong></p><ul><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Effective communicator with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, including elected officials.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Collaborative leader with experience managing cross-functional teams, facilitating change, and driving performance.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Skilled at building consensus, managing vendor relationships, and advocating for technology at the executive level.</span></li></ul><p><u><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Other Duties</span></u><br><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Please note that this job description does not intend to cover or contain a full comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.</span></p><p><strong><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Supervisory Responsibilities</span></strong></p><ul><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">This position provides direct supervision to currently three IT staff members.</span></li></ul><p><strong><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Requirements</span></strong></p><p><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Compensation will be determined by the applicant's full skillset with consideration of the following:</span></p><ul><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or a related field.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">At least 5 years of progressive IT leadership experience, including strategic planning and enterprise system management.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Experience in public sector, special district, or municipal government preferred.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Strong project management skills with a proven record of successful technology implementations.</span></li></ul><p><strong><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Physical Activity & Work Environment</span></strong></p><ul><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Prolonged periods of standing or walking.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Frequent bending, kneeling, reaching, or climbing.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Occasional pushing, pulling, or moving objects.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Use of hands for repetitive motions such as typing, writing, or operating equipment.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Operation of standard office equipment (computers, phones, copiers, etc.).</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Visual acuity to read and produce accurate documents and materials.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Ability to climb stairs, ladders, or work at heights.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Ability to operate motor vehicles and/or machinery.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Standard office environment with controlled temperature and lighting.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Work performed in a loud, noisy, or distracting environment.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Interaction with the public, sometimes in high-pressure or emotionally charged situations.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Travel to offsite locations or satellite facilities.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, or high-volume environment.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">May be required to work evenings, weekends, holidays, or be on-call.</span></li></ul><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><u><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\">Applicant Notice</span></span></u><br><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\">Lake County Government posts all official employment opportunities on its </span></span><a href=\"https://lakecountygovernment.applytojob.com/apply\" style=\"color:#0000FF;text-decoration:underline;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\">careers page linked here</span></span></a><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\">. Positions may also appear on external job boards such as LinkedIn, Indeed, and ZipRecruiter through our applicant tracking system.</span></span></span></span><br><br><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\">Please be aware that unauthorized third parties may repost or imitate job listings. The most accurate and up-to-date information will always be available on our official website. Applicants are recommended to apply directly through our career page and should not provide personal information outside of the official application process.</span></span></span></span></span><p><span style=\\\"font-size:14px\\\"><strong>EOE Statement</strong></span></p>\n\n<p><span style=\\\"font-size:14px\\\">Lake County is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. Assistance or accommodation during the application process due to a disability is available upon request.</span></p>\n\n<p><span style=\\\"font-size:14px\\\"><strong>Notice of Work Authorization Requirement</strong></span></p>\n\n<p><span style=\\\"font-size:14px\\\">Appl<span style=\\\"font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif\\\">icants must be authorized to lawfully work for any employer in the United States. Lake County is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.</span></span></p>\n\n<p><span style=\\\"font-size:14px\\\"><span style=\\\"font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif\\\"><strong>Notice of Emergency/Disaster Responsibilities</strong></span></span></p>\n\n<p><span style=\\\"font-size:14px\\\"><span style=\\\"font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif\\\">All Lake County Employees may be required to work as a Disaster Service Worker when a local declaration of emergency or disaster is declared by the Board of County Commissioners. To be prepared for this role, all employees and emergency service function (ESF) leads will attend emergency management trainings and exercises as requested by the Director of Emergency Management. With advanced notification from OEM, employees will make reasonable efforts to attend training events in coordination with other employees and supervisors. </span></span></p>\n\n<p><span style=\\\"font-size:14px\\\"><strong>Other Duties</strong></span></p>\n\n<p><span style=\\\"font-size:14px\\\">Please note that this job description does not intend to cover or contain a full comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.</span></p>\n\n<p><span style=\\\"font-size:14px\\\"><strong>Expected Duration of the Application Process</strong></span></p>\n\n<p><span style=\\\"font-size:14px\\\">Due to the nature of the application and selection process for Lake County full-time positions, applicants can reasonably expect the application process to take a significant amount of time to complete before a decision is made to hire or not to hire. Typically, it takes approximately two (2) to four (4) weeks from the date of application to complete the entire selection process. The length of time it takes to complete the process can vary depending on a variety of factors. Please note that this is an estimated duration of the selection process.</span></p>",
    "description_text": "Job Title: IT Director\n Department: Information Technology Department\n Reports To: Deputy County Manager\n Classification:  Full-Time, Exempt\n Compensation Range: $80,000 - $100,000\n Benefits: Employee Benefits | Lake County, CO\n Why join our team?\n Join a workplace where public service meets opportunity. At Lake County Government, employees are empowered to grow, collaborate, and make a meaningful impact every day. We offer a supportive environment that values innovation and connection, with reliable compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to helping you succeed both professionally and personally.\n Cultural Expectations\n Assume Good Intent: Approach each interaction with positive mindset and openness to understand others.\n Model Professional: Maintain high standards in behavior and communication that reflects our values.\n Apply County Wide Lens: Consider the broader impact of decisions on our community and organization as a whole.\n Be Solutions-Oriented: Focus on finding constructive solutions rather than dwelling on problems or challenges.\n Practice Servant Leadership: Prioritize the needs of others, fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment.\n Support Meaningful Work-Life Balance: Encourage boundaries that support personal well-being while achieving professional responsibilities.\n Position Summary\n The IT Director is a key member of t he County’s leadership team, responsible for developing and executing a strategic vision for information technology across all Offices and Departments. This position provides high-level planning , oversight, and management of the County’s technology infrastructure, cybersecurity, enterprise applications, and digital modernization initiatives. The IT Director ensures systems and services align with Lake County’s strategic goals and regulatory requirements, while leading efforts to replace outdated sy stems, manage complex technology projects, and improve IT operations through innovation, resilience, and user-centered design.\n General Duties and Responsibilities\n Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\n Essential Functions\n Strategic Leadership & Planning\n Develop and lead the County’s long-term IT strategic plan in alignment with organizational priorities and Office and Department needs.\n Partner with County leadership to identify opportunities where technology can enhance service delivery, transparency, and operational efficiency.\n Develop and monitor performance metrics and KPIs for IT services, ensuring accountability and continuous improvement.\n Project Management\n Oversee the County’s IT projects, ensuring initiatives are aligned with strategy, completed on time, and within budget.\n Manage complex, cross-departmental technology projects including software modernization, infrastructure upgrades, and digital accessibility improvements.\n Lead procurement and implementation of enterprise systems (e.g., ERP, permitting, records management) to replace legacy technology.\n Systems Oversight + Modernization\n Assess current infrastructure and applications to identify risks, inefficiencies, and opportunities for modernization.\n Direct and approve system architecture decisions, hardware/software upgrades, cloud transitions, and digital security protocols.\n Maintain a County-wide technology replacement schedule and ensure systems are appropriately updated and documented.\n Cybersecurity, Risk Management + Compliance\n Ensure robust information security practices are in place to protect County systems, data, and assets.\n Develop and enforce IT policies and procedures related to cybersecurity, data governance, and acceptable use. Ensure policies align with state and federal requirements and relevant frameworks.\n Conduct regular risk assessments of county systems, applications, facilities and vendors to identify threats and vulnerabilities. Recommend risk mitigation measures tailored to a small county environment, prioritizing high-impact, low-cost controls.\n Manage incident response plans and business continuity strategies.\n Monitor and support compliance with applicable laws and regulations, not limited to state and federal data privacy and breach notification laws, CJIS, HIPAA and other relevant mandates.\n Coordinate responses to risk and compliance audits, assessments and security questionnaires from relevant oversight bodies.\n Organizational Development + Collaboration\n Supervise and support the professional development of IT staff. Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and customer service.\n Collaborate with Offices and Departments to evaluate technology needs, recommend solutions, and promote user adoption.\n Serve as the liaison to external technology providers, consultants, and agencies.\n Budget + Resource Management\n Prepare and manage the IT Department’s annual budget and multiyear capital planning.\n Ensure effective asset management, licensing compliance, and cost efficiency across all technology resources.\n Identify and pursue grant funding and other external resources to support IT initiatives.\n Digital Accessibility + Compliance\n Ensure that County digital services comply with WCAG 2.1 AA, Section 508, and ADA requirements.\n Lead accessibility audits, support department compliance, and promote digital equity through inclusive design.\n Embed accessibility requirements in procurement, contracts, and vendor relationships.\n Technical Knowledge\n Expert understanding of modern IT systems, cloud services, enterprise software, cybersecurity frameworks, and infrastructure planning.\n Knowledge of public sector operations and regulations, including records retention, digital accessibility, and open data practices.\n Familiarity with technologies used in government (e.g., Microsoft 365, GIS, ERP, public safety systems).\n Expertise negotiating, analyzing and managing IT contracts and working with managed service providers (MSP).\n Strategic + Analytical Skills\n Strong strategic planning, organizational, and decision-making skills.\n Ability to analyze complex problems, forecast impacts, and translate technical issues into business solutions.\n Communication + Leadership\n Effective communicator with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, including elected officials.\n Collaborative leader with experience managing cross-functional teams, facilitating change, and driving performance.\n Skilled at building consensus, managing vendor relationships, and advocating for technology at the executive level.\n Other Duties\n Please note that this job description does not intend to cover or contain a full comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.\n Supervisory Responsibilities\n This position provides direct supervision to currently three IT staff members.\n Requirements\n Compensation will be determined by the applicant's full skillset with consideration of the following:\n Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or a related field.\n At least 5 years of progressive IT leadership experience, including strategic planning and enterprise system management.\n Experience in public sector, special district, or municipal government preferred.\n Strong project management skills with a proven record of successful technology implementations.\n Physical Activity & Work Environment\n Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.\n Prolonged periods of standing or walking.\n Frequent bending, kneeling, reaching, or climbing.\n Occasional pushing, pulling, or moving objects.\n Use of hands for repetitive motions such as typing, writing, or operating equipment.\n Operation of standard office equipment (computers, phones, copiers, etc.).\n Visual acuity to read and produce accurate documents and materials.\n Ability to climb stairs, ladders, or work at heights.\n Ability to operate motor vehicles and/or machinery.\n Standard office environment with controlled temperature and lighting.\n Work performed in a loud, noisy, or distracting environment.\n Interaction with the public, sometimes in high-pressure or emotionally charged situations.\n Travel to offsite locations or satellite facilities.\n Work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, or high-volume environment.\n May be required to work evenings, weekends, holidays, or be on-call.\n Applicant Notice\n Lake County Government posts all official employment opportunities on its careers page linked here . Positions may also appear on external job boards such as LinkedIn, Indeed, and ZipRecruiter through our applicant tracking system.\n Please be aware that unauthorized third parties may repost or imitate job listings. The most accurate and up-to-date information will always be available on our official website. Applicants are recommended to apply directly through our career page and should not provide personal information outside of the official application process. EOE Statement\n Lake County is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. Assistance or accommodation during the application process due to a disability is available upon request.\n Notice of Work Authorization Requirement\n Appl icants must be authorized to lawfully work for any employer in the United States. Lake County is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.\n Notice of Emergency/Disaster Responsibilities\n All Lake County Employees may be required to work as a Disaster Service Worker when a local declaration of emergency or disaster is declared by the Board of County Commissioners. To be prepared for this role, all employees and emergency service function (ESF) leads will attend emergency management trainings and exercises as requested by the Director of Emergency Management. With advanced notification from OEM, employees will make reasonable efforts to attend training events in coordination with other employees and supervisors.\n Other Duties\n Please note that this job description does not intend to cover or contain a full comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.\n Expected Duration of the Application Process\n Due to the nature of the application and selection process for Lake County full-time positions, applicants can reasonably expect the application process to take a significant amount of time to complete before a decision is made to hire or not to hire. Typically, it takes approximately two (2) to four (4) weeks from the date of application to complete the entire selection process. The length of time it takes to complete the process can vary depending on a variety of factors. Please note that this is an estimated duration of the selection process.",
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      "description": "<p><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><strong>Job Title:</strong> IT Director<br><strong>Department: </strong>Information Technology Department<br><strong>Reports To:</strong> Deputy County Manager<br><strong>Classification:</strong> Full-Time, Exempt<br><strong>Compensation Range:</strong> $80,000 - $100,000<br><strong>Benefits:</strong> <a href=\"https://www.lakecountyco.gov/187/Employee-Benefits\">Employee Benefits | Lake County, CO</a></span></p><p><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><u><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"letter-spacing:0.1pt;\">Why join our team?</span></span></span></u></span></span><br><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"letter-spacing:0.1pt;\">Join a workplace where public service meets opportunity. At Lake County Government, employees are empowered to grow, collaborate, and make a meaningful impact every day. We offer a supportive environment that values innovation and connection, with reliable compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to helping you succeed both professionally and personally.</span></span></span><br><br><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><u><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"letter-spacing:0.1pt;\">Cultural Expectations</span></span></span></u></span></span></span></p><ul><li style=\"margin-right:1px;margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><b><i><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"letter-spacing:0.1pt;\">Assume Good Intent:</span></span></span></i></b><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"letter-spacing:0.1pt;\"> Approach each interaction with positive mindset and openness to understand others.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-right:1px;margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><b><i><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"letter-spacing:0.1pt;\">Model Professional:</span></span></span></i></b><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"letter-spacing:0.1pt;\"> Maintain high standards in behavior and communication that reflects our values.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-right:1px;margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><b><i><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"letter-spacing:0.1pt;\">Apply County Wide Lens:</span></span></span></i></b><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"letter-spacing:0.1pt;\"> Consider the broader impact of decisions on our community and organization as a whole.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-right:1px;margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><b><i><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"letter-spacing:0.1pt;\">Be Solutions-Oriented:</span></span></span></i></b><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"letter-spacing:0.1pt;\"> Focus on finding constructive solutions rather than dwelling on problems or challenges.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-right:1px;margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><b><i><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"letter-spacing:0.1pt;\">Practice Servant Leadership:</span></span></span></i></b><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"letter-spacing:0.1pt;\"> Prioritize the needs of others, fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style=\"margin-right:1px;margin-left:8px;\"><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><b><i><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"letter-spacing:0.1pt;\">Support Meaningful Work-Life Balance:</span></span></span></i></b><span style=\"line-height:115%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"letter-spacing:0.1pt;\"> Encourage boundaries that support personal well-being while achieving professional responsibilities. </span></span></span></span></span></span></li></ul><p><strong><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Position Summary</span></strong><br><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">The IT<span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"> Director is a key member of t</span>he County’s leadership team, responsible for developing and executing a strategic vision for information technology across all Offices and Departments. This position provides high-level planning<span style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">, oversight, and management of the County’s technology infrastructure, cybersecurity, enterprise applications, and digital modernization initiatives. The IT Director ensures systems and services align with Lake County’s strategic goals and regulatory requirements, while leading efforts to replace outdated sy</span>stems, manage complex technology projects, and improve IT operations through innovation, resilience, and user-centered design.</span></p><p><strong><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">General Duties and Responsibilities</span></strong><br><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.<br><br><u>Essential Functions</u></span></p><p><strong><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Strategic Leadership & Planning</span></strong></p><ul><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Develop and lead the County’s long-term IT strategic plan in alignment with organizational priorities and Office and Department needs.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Partner with County leadership to identify opportunities where technology can enhance service delivery, transparency, and operational efficiency.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Develop and monitor performance metrics and KPIs for IT services, ensuring accountability and continuous improvement.</span></li></ul><p><strong><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Project Management</span></strong></p><ul><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Oversee the County’s IT projects, ensuring initiatives are aligned with strategy, completed on time, and within budget.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Manage complex, cross-departmental technology projects including software modernization, infrastructure upgrades, and digital accessibility improvements.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Lead procurement and implementation of enterprise systems (e.g., ERP, permitting, records management) to replace legacy technology.</span></li></ul><p><strong><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Systems Oversight + Modernization</span></strong></p><ul><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Assess current infrastructure and applications to identify risks, inefficiencies, and opportunities for modernization.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Direct and approve system architecture decisions, hardware/software upgrades, cloud transitions, and digital security protocols.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Maintain a County-wide technology replacement schedule and ensure systems are appropriately updated and documented.</span></li></ul><p><strong><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Cybersecurity, Risk Management + Compliance</span></strong></p><ul><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Ensure robust information security practices are in place to protect County systems, data, and assets.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Develop and enforce IT policies and procedures related to cybersecurity, data governance, and acceptable use. Ensure policies align with state and federal requirements and relevant frameworks.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Conduct regular risk assessments of county systems, applications, facilities and vendors to identify threats and vulnerabilities. Recommend risk mitigation measures tailored to a small county environment, prioritizing high-impact, low-cost controls.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Manage incident response plans and business continuity strategies.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Monitor and support compliance with applicable laws and regulations, not limited to state and federal data privacy and breach notification laws, CJIS, HIPAA and other relevant mandates.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Coordinate responses to risk and compliance audits, assessments and security questionnaires from relevant oversight bodies. </span></li></ul><p><strong><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Organizational Development + Collaboration</span></strong></p><ul><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Supervise and support the professional development of IT staff. Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and customer service.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Collaborate with Offices and Departments to evaluate technology needs, recommend solutions, and promote user adoption.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Serve as the liaison to external technology providers, consultants, and agencies.</span></li></ul><p><strong><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Budget + Resource Management</span></strong></p><ul><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Prepare and manage the IT Department’s annual budget and multiyear capital planning.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Ensure effective asset management, licensing compliance, and cost efficiency across all technology resources.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Identify and pursue grant funding and other external resources to support IT initiatives.</span></li></ul><p><strong><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Digital Accessibility + Compliance</span></strong></p><ul><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Ensure that County digital services comply with WCAG 2.1 AA, Section 508, and ADA requirements.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Lead accessibility audits, support department compliance, and promote digital equity through inclusive design.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Embed accessibility requirements in procurement, contracts, and vendor relationships.</span></li></ul><p><strong><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Technical Knowledge</span></strong></p><ul><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Expert understanding of modern IT systems, cloud services, enterprise software, cybersecurity frameworks, and infrastructure planning.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Knowledge of public sector operations and regulations, including records retention, digital accessibility, and open data practices.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Familiarity with technologies used in government (e.g., Microsoft 365, GIS, ERP, public safety systems).</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Expertise negotiating, analyzing and managing IT contracts and working with managed service providers (MSP).</span></li></ul><p><strong><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Strategic + Analytical Skills</span></strong></p><ul><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Strong strategic planning, organizational, and decision-making skills.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Ability to analyze complex problems, forecast impacts, and translate technical issues into business solutions.</span></li></ul><p><strong><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Communication + Leadership</span></strong></p><ul><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Effective communicator with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, including elected officials.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Collaborative leader with experience managing cross-functional teams, facilitating change, and driving performance.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Skilled at building consensus, managing vendor relationships, and advocating for technology at the executive level.</span></li></ul><p><u><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Other Duties</span></u><br><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Please note that this job description does not intend to cover or contain a full comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.</span></p><p><strong><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Supervisory Responsibilities</span></strong></p><ul><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">This position provides direct supervision to currently three IT staff members.</span></li></ul><p><strong><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Requirements</span></strong></p><p><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Compensation will be determined by the applicant's full skillset with consideration of the following:</span></p><ul><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or a related field.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">At least 5 years of progressive IT leadership experience, including strategic planning and enterprise system management.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Experience in public sector, special district, or municipal government preferred.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Strong project management skills with a proven record of successful technology implementations.</span></li></ul><p><strong><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Physical Activity & Work Environment</span></strong></p><ul><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Prolonged periods of standing or walking.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Frequent bending, kneeling, reaching, or climbing.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Occasional pushing, pulling, or moving objects.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Use of hands for repetitive motions such as typing, writing, or operating equipment.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Operation of standard office equipment (computers, phones, copiers, etc.).</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Visual acuity to read and produce accurate documents and materials.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Ability to climb stairs, ladders, or work at heights.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Ability to operate motor vehicles and/or machinery.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Standard office environment with controlled temperature and lighting.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Work performed in a loud, noisy, or distracting environment.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Interaction with the public, sometimes in high-pressure or emotionally charged situations.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Travel to offsite locations or satellite facilities.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">Work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, or high-volume environment.</span></li><li><span style=\"font-size:14px;\">May be required to work evenings, weekends, holidays, or be on-call.</span></li></ul><span style=\"font-size:14px;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><u><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\">Applicant Notice</span></span></u><br><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\">Lake County Government posts all official employment opportunities on its </span></span><a href=\"https://lakecountygovernment.applytojob.com/apply\" style=\"color:#0000FF;text-decoration:underline;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\">careers page linked here</span></span></a><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\">. Positions may also appear on external job boards such as LinkedIn, Indeed, and ZipRecruiter through our applicant tracking system.</span></span></span></span><br><br><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"line-height:107%;\"><span style=\"font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;\">Please be aware that unauthorized third parties may repost or imitate job listings. The most accurate and up-to-date information will always be available on our official website. Applicants are recommended to apply directly through our career page and should not provide personal information outside of the official application process.</span></span></span></span></span><p><span style=\\\"font-size:14px\\\"><strong>EOE Statement</strong></span></p>\n\n<p><span style=\\\"font-size:14px\\\">Lake County is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. Assistance or accommodation during the application process due to a disability is available upon request.</span></p>\n\n<p><span style=\\\"font-size:14px\\\"><strong>Notice of Work Authorization Requirement</strong></span></p>\n\n<p><span style=\\\"font-size:14px\\\">Appl<span style=\\\"font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif\\\">icants must be authorized to lawfully work for any employer in the United States. Lake County is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.</span></span></p>\n\n<p><span style=\\\"font-size:14px\\\"><span style=\\\"font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif\\\"><strong>Notice of Emergency/Disaster Responsibilities</strong></span></span></p>\n\n<p><span style=\\\"font-size:14px\\\"><span style=\\\"font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif\\\">All Lake County Employees may be required to work as a Disaster Service Worker when a local declaration of emergency or disaster is declared by the Board of County Commissioners. To be prepared for this role, all employees and emergency service function (ESF) leads will attend emergency management trainings and exercises as requested by the Director of Emergency Management. With advanced notification from OEM, employees will make reasonable efforts to attend training events in coordination with other employees and supervisors. </span></span></p>\n\n<p><span style=\\\"font-size:14px\\\"><strong>Other Duties</strong></span></p>\n\n<p><span style=\\\"font-size:14px\\\">Please note that this job description does not intend to cover or contain a full comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.</span></p>\n\n<p><span style=\\\"font-size:14px\\\"><strong>Expected Duration of the Application Process</strong></span></p>\n\n<p><span style=\\\"font-size:14px\\\">Due to the nature of the application and selection process for Lake County full-time positions, applicants can reasonably expect the application process to take a significant amount of time to complete before a decision is made to hire or not to hire. Typically, it takes approximately two (2) to four (4) weeks from the date of application to complete the entire selection process. The length of time it takes to complete the process can vary depending on a variety of factors. Please note that this is an estimated duration of the selection process.</span></p>",
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