Chief Technology Officer

Riverside County is seeking an accomplished technology executive to serve as its next Chief Technology Officer (CTO).

The CTO's responsibility includes overseeing the day-to-day operations of three technical bureaus:Infrastructure & Field Support (TSB), Converged Communications (CCB), and Enterprise Applications (EAB), while driving large-scale enterprise projects from inception to completion.

This role is responsible for negotiating strategic vendor partnerships to secure the best possible pricing and contract terms, assisting with budget planning and analysis, and developing a forward-looking technology strategy for Riverside County.

The CTO will create an environment built on trust, innovation, and collaboration-fostering a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement.

In partnership with the CIO, the CTO will play a critical role in shaping the County's technology direction and promoting RCIT both within and beyond the organization.

The ideal candidate will be a dynamic leader and polished communicator, capable of engaging with department heads, executives, and stakeholders to build trust, influence decisions, and align technology initiatives with Countywide goals.

We seek a forward-thinking leader who fosters collaboration, motivates teams, and applies creative problem-solving to complex technology challenges.

This is a unique opportunity for an innovative and collaborative leader to influence the future of technology in one of California's largest counties-helping to ensure that IT services are secure, reliable, and aligned with the County's mission to serve its residents.

The Chief Technology Officer class has been designated At-Will by the Board of Supervisors, in accordance with the provisions provided under Article 6, Section 601E (2) of the County Management Resolution and serves at the pleasure of the Chief Information Officer.

This class has been deemed eligible for the Performance Recognition Plan as set forth under Article 3, Section 311(B) of the County Management Resolution.

Program eligibility requires employees to be in a leadership position, manage other employees or programs, and have significant influence on the achievement of organizational objectives.

Meet the Team!
The Riverside County Information Technology (RCIT) department provides information technology services to County departments and agencies and is entrusted with managing and safeguarding the County's enterprise and mission-critical solutions and infrastructure.

RCIT is committed to cultivating a collaborative and inclusive culture that fosters best of breed solutions with a focus on problem-solving to deliver quality products and services to our customers.• Identify new and emerging technologies for use in County government; lead the planning, execution, and completion of large-scale enterprise technology projects, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.

• Build strong relationships with County departments, executiv...