Director, Information Management & Information Technology (IMIT) to provide leadership across e[...]

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Systems client is looking for a Director, Information Management & Information Technology (IMIT) to provide leadership across enterprise IT operations, information management, records systems, and technology modernization initiatives Permanent position.

Full time onsite role in Surrey.

Qualifications & Experience

• Progressive senior leadership experience within IT and/or information management environments, coming from an IT background
• Demonstrated experience leading large teams and managers in complex organizations
• Strong background in enterprise technology operations, systems modernization, and strategic planning
• Experience leading organizational transformation and change management initiatives
• Experience within public sector/ unionized environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Public safety, policing, justice, or similarly regulated environments
• Familiarity with police information systems, records management environments, or highly confidential/sensitive data environments

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership & Transformation
  • Lead the strategic direction, planning, and modernization of the client’s IMIT function.
  • Develop and execute technology roadmaps aligned with organizational priorities.
  • Identify opportunities to improve operational effectiveness, scalability, and service delivery.
  • Lead organizational change initiatives and champion continuous improvement across systems, processes, and teams.
  • Support the ongoing evolution and growth of the client as an independent police service.
• Information Technology Leadership
  • Oversee enterprise IT operations, infrastructure, applications, cybersecurity, and systems implementation initiatives.
  • Provide leadership on technology governance, risk management, business continuity, and information security practices.
  • Lead technology transformation projects, including system upgrades, integrations, and modernization efforts.
  • Ensure reliable, secure, and efficient delivery of technology services across the organization.
• Information Management & Operational Systems
  • Oversee information management functions including records management, electronic document management, and operational police information systems.
  • Support teams responsible for policing-related applications and records environments, including PRIME and related systems.
  • Ensure compliance with legislative, privacy, security, and operational requirements related to police information management.
  • Partner with operational and corporate stakeholders to improve workflows and information accessibility.
• People Leadership
  • Lead, mentor, and develop managers and multidisciplinary teams within the IMIT division.
  • Foster a collaborative, accountable, and service-oriented culture.
  • Provide leadership within a unionized and public-sector workplace.
  • Support employee engagement, performance management, and succession planning initiatives.
• Stakeholder Engagement
  • Build strong relationships with executive leadership, operational stakeholders, external partners, and vendors.
  • Translate technical concepts into business-focused recommendations for senior leadership.
  • Support cross-functional collaboration and organizational alignment on strategic initiatives.