Information Services Director - Tillamook County, Oregon

Tillamook County, located in northwest Oregon along the beautiful Oregon Coast, is a place of unparalleled
natural beauty where the forest meets the Pacific Ocean, and where the warmth of tight-knit communities,
local markets, and culinary and cultural opportunities create a welcoming atmosphere. Home to 27,748
residents and visited by 3.2 million visitors each year, the region is one of Oregon’s most diverse coastal
destinations with its breathtaking coastline, lush forests, and pristine rivers. The County offers four
adventure-filled seasons of world-class hiking, beachcombing, fishing, seafood harvesting, and surfing,
along with many other recreational activities. The County is home to numerous famous attractions,
including the Three Capes Scenic Loop, Oswald West State Park, North Coast Food Trail, and the Oregon
Coast Scenic Railway. Tillamook is also the home of world-famous Tillamook Cheese, and the dairy,
agricultural and fishing industries are major contributors to the local economy. Tillamook County residents
enjoy a relaxed coastal lifestyle with thriving communities, excellent schools, local healthcare, and a strong
sense of community.

Tillamook County’s Information Services Department operates with a full-time staff of eight FTEs, on a FY
2024/2025 annual budget of $2,078,600. The Department is responsible for: network services, web and
graphic design, personal computer support, telephone and voicemail services, end user training,
informational resources management, information availability, database and programming services,
communications equipment and systems, public safety radio networks, disaster recover planning and
services, and technology leadership.

Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, the IS Director directs the IS Department and is held
accountable for its successful functioning. The Director monitors and evaluates the progress of the
department toward meeting goals and makes adjustments in objectives, work plans, schedules, and
resource commitments. The IS Director provides day-to-day leadership and supervision to the other IS
personnel, and manages, directs, organizes, and coordinates the activities of the County’s IS Department,
including systems, development and maintenance, office automation, technical support, and computer
operations. The Director will coordinate the IS activities with other departments and users, as well as
analyze the procedures and work plans of user departments to determine feasibility. The IS Director is a
full-time, onsite position at the County.

Education & Experience:

A bachelor’s degree with major coursework in computer science, information
systems, engineering, public or business administration, or a related field. A minimum of seven (7) years of
progressively responsible experience in developing and managing the functions and departments included
within the enterprise information systems. Three (3) of the seven (7) years must include management
and/or supervisory experience. Candidates must be able to obtain a Security + certification within six (6)
months of hire. Candidates must be able to obtain a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) certification
within 30 days of hire. Candidates must pass a pre-employment criminal history background investigation.
Candidates that possess any combination of relevant education and experience that demonstrates their
ability to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position may be considered.

For a complete position profile, full job description and to apply online, visit Prothman at
https://www.prothman.com/ and click on "Open Recruitments". For questions, call 206-368-0050.
Tillamook County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Apply by February 3, 2025. (Applications reviewed as
submitted. Open until filled.)

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• Prothman Company

• (206) 368-0050