Chief Operating Officer

State of Nebraska

Lincoln, NE, US
Base: $130,000 / year; bonus/equity: not specified...
Enterprise it operations oversight
It governance frameworks implementation
Strategic planning execution
The Chief Operating Officer serves as a senior executive responsible for the strategic coordination and operational oversight of the Office of the Chief Information Officer

Job Summary

  • The Chief Operating Officer serves as a senior executive responsible for the strategic coordination and operational oversight of the Office of the Chief Information Officer.
  • This role integrates strategy, governance, and operations across multiple divisions to ensure alignment with agency priorities and effective service delivery.
  • The position offers comprehensive benefits including 156% state-matched retirement, 79% employer-paid health insurance, and opportunities for career advancement within the largest employer in the State.

Matching Summary

The Chief Operating Officer serves as a senior executive responsible for the strategic coordination and operational oversight of the Office of the Chief Information Officer.

Salary

Base: $130,000 / year; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 156% state-matched retirement, 79% employer paid health insurance, $20,000 life insurance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Enterprise IT operations oversight
  • IT governance frameworks implementation
  • Strategic planning execution
  • Cross-functional team leadership
  • Budget resource allocation

Nice-to-have

  • Process improvement initiatives
  • High-visibility environment management
  • Effective stakeholder communication
  • Public service mission alignment

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in IT, Business, or Public Administration
  • Five years of progressively responsible experience in IT or operations
  • Three years in a senior leadership role
  • Experience in large public sector or government IT environment preferred
  • Executive certifications such as ITIL, PMP, or Certified Government CIO preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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