Charleston Water System · 7 hours ago
Director of Information Technology 26-029
Charleston, SC
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$127K/yr - $216K/yr
7+ years expCharleston Water System is seeking a Director of Information Technology to provide vision, leadership, and management for their IT department. This role involves overseeing the development, acquisition, and implementation of information processes and systems, as well as managing the IT security and SCADA staff.
Government
Responsibilities
Works directly with Chief Information Officer and others in the executive team to define future directions for computer technologies as well as the selection and prioritization of new projects
Meets with outside agencies to interpret their needs and specify provisions for sharing information
Provides analysis skills, in-depth business knowledge and technical expertise to department directors in the automation of business processes and the resolution of problems
Oversees the scheduling of personnel and computer resources
Directs the design, acquisition, and implementation of business solutions
Participates in the final approval in the selection of technologies, hardware, software, and computer services
Meets with vendors and other entities, developing bid specifications and contractual agreements used in the selection of hardware and software products
Responsible for the formulation and maintenance of the Information Technology department policies and procedures
Participates in relevant local, state, and national business and technology organizations
Manages overall activities of the department, directly working with supervisors and associates
Handles major personnel and administrative concerns within the departments
Works with supervisors in the selection and hiring of staff
Responsible for managing department budget, approving invoices for payment, maintenance agreements on hardware/software and developing chargeable cost data for Information Technology staff and CWS computer equipment
Directs clerical and technical personnel
Effective verbal and written communication skills, including creation and delivery of presentations to groups of varying technical backgrounds, including front-line staff, executive management, and external entities
May be required to work during emergency conditions
Regular attendance is required
Job performance must conform to all CWS policies and procedures
Specific knowledge of CWS Environmental Management System Policy and Procedures
Perform other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Math, or related field with a minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible managerial experience in Information Technology or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Extensive knowledge of business analysis and problem resolution
Extensive knowledge of the principles and practices of computer science and the hardware and software available
Ability to keep current of new emerging technologies related to information management
Extensive knowledge of the principles of management related to personnel, budgeting, cost minimization, and training
Prior work record indicating dependability and conscientiousness
Valid South Carolina Driver's License required
Must be able to physically perform the required essential functions indicated above
Must be able to perform light work exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Objects greater than 50 lbs require a two-person operation
Ability to operate a personal computer including keyboard and mouse
Ability to visually read computer monitor
Must be able to remain seated and operate a personal computer for extended periods of time
Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, written definitions, and examples
Ability to convey detailed information to co-workers and customers accurately and quickly
Ability to operate and maintain motor vehicles
Preferred
OSHA and Departmental safety training as required
Skills Based Training
Standard Operating Instruction (SOI) per department requirements
ISO 14001 standards for department and company
Company
Charleston Water System
Charleston Water System is a public water and wastewater utility serving the Greater Charleston area.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Wesley Ropp
Chief Financial Officer
Baker Mordecai, P.E.
Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
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2025-08-26
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