Provides general direction to subordinate staff by developing short and long term organizational goals and objectives, determining the allocation of internal and external resources, advising staff seeking guidance, and overseeing the functions of program activities to ensure fulfillment of the organization’s mission and objectives. Oversees the processes of planning for the information requirements and needs of the agency/institution by consulting with users, management, vendors, and technicians to assess computing needs and system requirements. Provides leadership in the selection, design, implementation, integration, and ongoing support for all information systems throughout the agency/institution and for the development and maintenance of agency/institution-wide technology standards, policies, and service agreements. Develops internal information technology policies, procedures, and standards for agency/institutional information technology hardware and software designed to improve work procedures and service quality. Provides advice and assistance to the agency/institution director and deputy director in the development, control, and monitoring of the operational information technology budget and expenditures and serves as liaison between the agency/institution and external entities concerning information technology requirements, services, and programs. Keeps abreast of advances in technology, makes recommendations to agency/institution senior management concerning federal and state laws and regulations that affect the management or use of technology or information, and provides leadership for competitive technology procurements, vendor negotiations, and vendor partnerships. Performs other duties as assigned.