| Title: | Information Technology Director |
| Description: | Job Description:
The Director of Information Technology provides leadership and oversight for Sublette Countys information technology operations, cybersecurity, and enterprise systems. This role is responsible for planning, directing, and managing IT services and initiatives to support County operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and align technology with organizational goals.
The IT Director works closely with County leadership, departments, and vendors to deliver secure, reliable, and cost-effective technology solutions. In a small-team environment, the position requires hands-on involvement, strong technical judgment, and the ability to manage projects, priorities, and day-to-day IT operations.
Required Education and Experience
Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science or a related field
Five (5) to seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in information technology.
Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities
Required Licenses or Certifications (Preferred)
CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+
Microsoft Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator Associate (MD-100/MD-101)
Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
ITIL, CISSP, CISM, PMP, or comparable certifications
Essential Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership, Governance & Standards Alignment
Develop and execute IT strategies, roadmaps, policies, and standards aligned with County goals, risk tolerance, and operational capacity.
Establish and maintain IT and cybersecurity governance practices aligned with NIST guidance, CJIS Security Policy, and applicable federal, state, and local requirements.
Apply Zero Trust principles (e.g., least privilege, strong identity, continuous verification) in enterprise architecture and security decision-making.
Lead the continuous improvement of the organizations enterprise maturity, applying structured improvement models and best practices, including Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI) concepts and the NIST Zero Trust Maturity Model (ZTMM).
Recommend, implement, and administer County IT policies, procedures, and standards.
Provide clear, timely communication to the Board of County Commissioners and County leadership regarding IT activities, risks, incidents, projects, and outcomes.
Technical Leadership & Enterprise Cybersecurity Understanding
Serve as a subject matter expert in at least one primary IT discipline: infrastructure, operations, cybersecurity, cloud, or enterprise platforms.
Maintain a working, enterprise-level understanding of cybersecurity architecture, including identity, endpoint, network, and platform security.
Demonstrate applied understanding of core enterprise components, including:
o Directory services and identity platforms (e.g., Active Directory, IAM/IdP)
o Endpoint management and security (e.g., SCCM or equivalent, EDR/MDM)
o Privileged access and access control models
o Virtual compute environments, configuration management, and system hardening
o Security logging, monitoring, and incident response workflows
Take ownership of technical and security issues from identification through resolution, coordinating vendors and partners as required.
Monitor emerging technologies and evaluate, recommend, and implement solutions that improve reliability, security, and service delivery.
Project & Portfolio Management (PPM)
Lead IT project and portfolio management activities, including intake, prioritization, planning, execution, and post-implementation review.
Manage IT projects to ensure quality outcomes, regulatory compliance, and timely completion.
Balance project delivery with ongoing operational and user support responsibilities in a resource-constrained environment.
Scale project management rigor appropriately based on project size, complexity, and risk.
Communicate project status, dependencies, risks, and outcomes clearly to stakeholders and leadership.
Stakeholder Collaboration & Service Delivery
Work cooperatively with County departments, administrators, and boards to identify technological needs and develop short- and long-term solutions.
Collaborate with stakeholders across all phases of the project lifecycle, from requirements gathering through implementation, support, and continuous improvement.
Serve as the primary point of contact for IT initiatives, incidents, and service requests.
Apply ITIL / IT Service Management (ITSM) principles to ensure reliable, predictable, and well-communicated IT services.
Vendor, Contract & Financial Management
Develop and administer the annual IT operating and capital budgets.
Monitor expenditures, service requests, and financial reports to ensure fiscal accountability.
Lead vendor selection, contract negotiation, bid specifications, and purchasing processes for hardware, software, and services.
Ensure third-party providers meet service level, security, and compliance expectations.
Operational Oversight & Team Leadership
Oversee day-to-day IT operations, including data processing, telecommunications networks, applications, and user support.
Supervise assigned personnel, including assigning and reviewing work, providing guidance, conducting performance evaluations, and enforcing information security practices.
Foster a culture of ownership, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the IT function.
Performs related duties as required.
Knowledge and skills
Knowledge of:
IT governance, budgeting, project management, and employee supervision
Telecommunications systems, data processing, and enterprise IT operations
Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations
Record keeping, reporting, and documentation practices
Skills:
Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences
Manage multiple priorities and shifting demands
Analyze problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective solutions
Maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries
Lead, collaborate, and maintain effective working relationships
Compliance:
Must successfully pass CJIS background check and complete mandatory CJIS security awareness training.
Working Conditions:
Primarily on-site at County Courthouse.
Intra-county travel to County facilities.
Standard business hours with occasional after-hours or emergency support as needed.
Salary/Benefits:
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: DOQ
Paid employee health/dental insurance, HSA contribution, life flight coverage, retirement, paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, life insurance, and disability insurance. Sublette County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Sublette County complies will all preferences for employment as provided by W.S. 19-14-102.
How to Apply: Please submit your cover letter and resume to:
Sublette County HR Director
Andrea Jean
21 S Tyler/PO Box 250
Pinedale, WY 82941
Andrea.jean@sublettecountywy.gov
307-367-5102
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| Company: | Sublette County |
| Salary: | DOQ |
| Post Date: | 1/22/2026 |
| Close Date: | Open Until Filled |
| Location: | Pinedale, Wyoming |
| Contact: | Andrea Jean, Sublette County HR Director |
| Phone: | 307-367-5102 |
| Email: | Andrea.jean@sublettecountywy.gov |
| Website: | www.sublettecountywy.gov |
Mailing
Address: | Sublette County HR Director
Andrea Jean
21 S Tyler/PO Box 250
Pinedale, WY 82941 |
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