Data & Digital Intelligence Officer

City of Carson
Carson, California United States  View Map
Posted: Sep 04, 2025
  • Salary: The salary range for this position is up to $204,963 with the starting salary dependent on qualifications and experience. In addition, the City offers an attractive benefits package, including CalPERS Retirement. USD Annually
  • Negotiable/DOQ: Yes
  • Apply By: Sep 29, 2025
  • Full Time
  • Information Technology and Communication Services
  • Management
  • Summary

    The City of Carson is seeking a highly motivated person to become the next Data & Digital Intelligence Officer (DDIO), which is a newly created position to lead the Data & Digital Intelligence Division. The DDIO works closely with the ITS Director and will be responsible for the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for the new Division.

  • Job Description

    This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the City’s IT & Cybersecurity Maturity Roadmap through increased focus on data governance, and innovative initiatives in data management, data security, and digital transformation.  The ideal candidate is a listener who is aware of diverse academic and professional backgrounds, embraces their role as a compassionate change agent, and is a hands-on leader with experience in IT enterprise architecture, ERP systems, cloud management platforms, full stack ecosystem, APIs, Generative AI and/or Agentic AI pilots. Major investments are already underway, including a citywide Tyler Technologies ERP upgrade, cloud migrations, new document management system, and new city website in progress. The DDIO will have a high degree of integrity, judgment, and independence as well as the skills necessary to manage ITS assignments.

  • Job Requirements

    Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field; and at least 5 years of experience in the following:

    • Data management, data integration/backup, database development and data performance optimization.
    • Software Development Lifecycle while implementing enterprise principles, concepts, practices, and current industry standards as they relate to application development.
    • Designing, developing and maintaining applications using industry standard tools and development languages. Required languages at a minimum include Python, SQL, JSON, and PowerShell.
  • Special Instructions

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  • Additional Information

    Candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting a compelling cover letter, comprehensive resume, and five professional references via email to apply@ralphandersen.com no later than Monday, September 29, 2025. Confidential inquiries are welcomed to Mr. Fred Wilson, Ralph Andersen & Associates, at (916) 630-4900, or on his cell phone at (714) 421-3258.

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