Quick Summary
$121,140 - $211,
The Department of Public Safety's mission is to safeguard and preserve the lives and property of the people of North Carolina through preparation, prevention, and protection with integrity and honor. Our agency houses many public safety divisions, including Emergency Management, Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, Alcohol Law Enforcement, Samarcand Training Academy, and the North Carolina National Guard. Join us along with our more than 3,000 employees and 12,000 National Guard members in providing exceptional public safety services to the citizens of North Carolina.
The mission of North Carolina Emergency Management is to enhance North Carolina’s resiliency through active collaboration, communication, and coordination of protection, prevention, mitigation, response and recovery measures.
About Central Services:
The primary mission of Central Services is to provide effective and efficient support functions for the Division and external clients. These functions include Accounts Payable, Budget, SERT Finance, Compliance, Human Resources, Preparedness Grants Management, Information Technology Infrastructure, Application Development, Geospatial Information Systems, Salesforce Administration, Fleet Management, Distribution, Contracting, Purchasing, Logistics Support, and Responder Assistance Initiative clinical services.
About the Position:
This position serves as a key member of the Division’s leadership team, providing strategic direction, organizational leadership, and executive oversight for all Information Technology functions. The Assistant Director for Information Technology leads a multidisciplinary team of IT professionals organized into four functional areas: IT Infrastructure, Application Development, GIS, and Salesforce. In this capacity, the position is responsible for developing strategic goals, priorities, and operational frameworks to ensure technology resources effectively support the Division’s routine and emergency response/recovery responsibilities.
The Assistant Director for IT provides leadership for the planning, development, execution, and governance of complex technology projects and enterprise-wide initiatives. This includes identifying business and operational needs, establishing project priorities, coordinating cross-functional stakeholders, managing timelines and resources, mitigating risks, and ensuring successful implementation of technology solutions that enhance operational effectiveness. The position is accountable for overseeing a portfolio of strategic and tactical initiatives, ensuring projects are aligned with organizational goals, delivered on schedule, and managed within available resources. The Assistant Director develops and enforces technology standards, policies, governance practices, and operational procedures that promote consistency, compliance, efficiency, and service excellence across the organization.
In addition to technical leadership, the position is responsible for supporting the Division’s IT staff, including supervision, performance management, succession planning, and professional development. The Assistant Director fosters a culture of accountability, innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement while promoting effective coordination within the IT Section and with our internal and external stakeholders.
Salary Range: $121,140 - $211,997
*Please note that all NCEM new hires are required to report on-site/in-office for their first 90 days of employment**
**This posting will close at 11:59pm on 11/20/2026**
Requirements
~1 min read- Skilled in leading a team of information technology professionals and support their development.
- Demonstrated experience in data management, information systems, or program analytics
- Strong understanding of data management, web-based applications, networking, and general IT operations including cyber security best practices
- Oversee the development of SOPs, documentation, and training materials
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to present complex projects to leadership and decision makers
- Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to data integrity and operational mission readiness.
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.
Bachelor's degree in computer science or IT related field from an appropriately accredited institution and six years of progressive experience in the related area including at least two years of managerial experience; or Associate degree in computer science or IT related field from an appropriately accredited institution and seven years of progressive experience in the related area including at least two years of managerial experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.
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About this job
- Pay per year
- $121,140–$211,997 a year
- 145% above the $68,100 median for Other jobs on Jobera (138,593 salaries).
- Who can apply
- United States
- Posted
- 1 day ago
Listing Details
- Posted
- November 6, 2026
- First seen
- November 6, 2026
- Last seen
- November 6, 2026
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- 0
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- 0
- Trust Level
- 63%
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- November 6, 2026
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