Information Services Deputy Chief - ATC*

San Bernardino County • Full-time • San Bernardino, CA • $121.10k - $173.45k / year • 1w ago

The San Bernardino County Auditor-Controller/Treasurer/Tax Collector (ATC) is seeking a highly skilled and dynamic Information Services Deputy Chief* to assist the ATC Chief Information Technology Officer in providing both technical and administrative leadership across the enterprise. This critical role is responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of enterprise technology standards, processes, and performance metrics that demonstrate the value of Information Services and Technology to the organization.

The Information Services Deputy Chief provides strategic management, oversight, and direction to Information Services teams. Responsibilities include conferring with staff on operational matters, serving as a technical advisor, and resolving personnel issues. The position assists in developing and implementing policies and procedures that support long-range planning, daily operations, and business solution initiatives. The Deputy Chief also reviews the integrity, security, and efficiency of IT services, evaluates systems, and makes recommendations for improvements or enhancements to the ATC Chief IT Officer.

Additional duties may include making formal presentations as needed, staying abreast of emerging technologies, and assisting in research and cost-benefit analyses of new technologies and IT services. The role involves recommending the acquisition of new hardware and software, identifying staff training needs, and ensuring customer satisfaction by addressing service-related issues. The Information Services Deputy Chief also plays a key role in developing the annual division budget and periodically reviewing budget status to support effective financial management.

*Official Title: IT Deputy Chief

For more detailed information, refer to the IT Deputy Chief job description.

COMPETITIVE SALARY & BENEFITS

Annual Across the Board Salary Increases on February 2026*
Bi-annual step increases of 2.5% up to Step 14


HEALTH BENEFITS	PAID TIME OFF	RETIREMENT PERKS
Medical & Dental: Family Coverage Vision: Employee Coverage Premium subsidies to offset health costs Flexible Spending Account: Pre-tax account for qualified healthcare expenses	Up to 4 weeks accruable vacation with cash-out option 40 hours annual leave 40 hours admin leave with cash-out option 11 days accruable sick leave 15 paid holidays Perfect Attendance Leave Flexible work schedules (in some departments)	Generous pension Retirement reciprocity may be available! 457(b) Deferred Compensation Retirement Medical Trust (RMT)
DCAP Account - County Paid Life Insurance - AD&D Insurance - 529 Savings Plan - Short & Long-Term Disability Wellness Program - Commuter Services - Employee Discounts - Annual Tuition Reimbursement

Review the job-specific Benefit Summary by following this link.

As an alternative to the traditional benefits package, you may also be eligible to elect the Modified Benefit Option (MBO) that provides an increased base rate of pay (additional 1.75% more per hour) with modified benefits. For more detailed information on the MBO for General Group, refer to the MBO BbBOU - Benefits Summary Guide.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Pre-Employment Process:Applicants must successfully pass a background check and a job-related physical exam, including a drug test, prior to employment.

Availability: Incumbents are subject to 24-hour call-back, evening, and weekend work.

Travel: A valid California Class C Driver License is required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position. Employees in this class may be required to use personal vehicles and show proof of automobile liability insurance.

Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.

**Salary increases contingent upon Property Related Revenue and/or statewide Proposition 172 Sales Tax Collections performance.

CANDIDATES MUST MEET ALL OF THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS:
EXPERIENCE	Must possess three (3) years supervisory or higher-level management experience supporting multi-customer technology systems and solutions deployed in an enterprise environment. Qualifying experience must be equivalent to the level of management and supervisory experience of the Systems Support Supervisor or Business Applications Manager classification in San Bernardino County.
EDUCATION	Must thirty (30) semester (45 quarter) units of completed college level coursework in computer telecommunications, electronics, computer science, information technology or a closely related field of study. (Computer based IP voice and data transmission technology classes are acceptable). (Transcripts MUST be attached if you do not possess a completed/awarded Associate degree (or higher) in related field.)
SUBSTITUTION	Each one (1) year of additional qualifying experience may be substituted for 15 semester (23 quarter) units of the required education.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
EDUCATION	Qualifying degrees or coursework must be completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. Degrees or coursework completed outside the U.S. must be accompanied with an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service showing equivalency to degrees or coursework completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. (Must be attached if applicable.) Follow this link for more information on evaluation services.

The ideal candidate will possess:

5+ years of experience operating as a senior-level IT responsible for managing technical staff, vendors, and budgets
Extensive experience in designing and implementing enterprise Infrastructure and Operations processes and strategies
Extensive experience in the end-to-end leadership, development, implementation, and support of enterprise software solutions

Examination Procedure:
There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire; therefore, it is to your advantage to provide as much relevant and detailed work experience as possible, as resumes will not be reviewedin lieu of the application materials.

Application Procedure:

Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by 5:00 pm, Friday, June 13, 2025.

To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.

If you require technical assistance, follow this link to review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.

EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans, their spouses, or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Information.

For more important details, review the links below:

Guide to Completing a County Job Application

Applicant Information and the County Employment Process