Deputy Director of Information Technology

Fairfield County, OH

$77K — $92K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Network Engineering, or related field
  • 3-5 years experience with Microsoft or Linux server environments
  • At least 3 years of supervisory or managerial experience
  • Professional certification (e.g., ITIL, VMWare, Microsoft Server/Cloud) preferred

Responsibilities

  • Assist IT Director in strategizing and evaluating IT department operations
  • Supervise and manage performance of technical staff, including hiring and training
  • Oversee maintenance, security, and reliability of server and network infrastructures
  • Develop and enforce IT policies and best practices regarding systems and networks
  • Manage technology projects related to upgrades, implementations, and enhancements
  • Serve as an escalation point for complex technical issues
  • Mentor staff and plan for professional development and succession

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance
  • Retirement plan contributions
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Flexible work environment
Full Job Description
Salary : $77,833.60 - $92,435.20 Annually
Location : 210 East Main Street, Lancaster 43130, OH
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 00964
Department: COMMISSIONERS ADMIN
Opening Date: 06/26/2026
Closing Date: 7/17/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Description
We're looking for an experienced technology leader to support the IT Director in guiding department strategy and ensuring the reliability, security, and performance of our systems and infrastructure. In this role, you'll oversee server and network environments, lead key technology projects, and help shape IT policies and best practices.
You will directly supervise system, network, and security staff-providing coaching, setting priorities, and fostering professional growth. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys combining hands-on technical expertise with strong leadership and operational oversight.

Duties

45% Assist IT Administrator (Director) in planning, organizing, directing and evaluating the operations of the IT Department. Provide leadership, supervision and performance management for assigned technical staff, including hiring, training, coaching and conducting performance evaluations. Oversee the administration, maintenance, monitoring, and security of the organization's server infrastructure, operating systems, virtualization platforms, storage systems, and cloud-based environments. Ensures the availability, reliability, performance, and security of critical information systems and network services through proactive monitoring, capacity planning, and incident management.
20% Develops, implements, and enforces information technology policies, procedures, standards, and best practices related to systems administration, network management, cybersecurity, and disaster recovery. Manages technology projects related to infrastructure upgrades, system implementations, cloud migrations, cybersecurity improvements, and network enhancements. Oversees vendor relationships, contract administration, procurement activities, and service-level agreements related to infrastructure and network services.
5% Provides advanced technical guidance and serves as an escalation point for complex technology issues. Assumes responsibility for departmental operations and decision-making in the absence of the Director of Information Technology.
25% Directly supervises system administrators, network administrators and security personnel. Establishes performance expectations and work priorities. Assigns and reviews work, monitors productivity and ensures service levels are achieved. Provides mentoring, professional development opportunities, and succession planning for technical staff. Addresses employee relations mattersin accordance with organizational policies and procedures.
5% Other related duties as assigned
Qualifications

  • Completion of undergraduate core program coursework in information technology, Computer Science, Network Engineer or related discipline
  • 3-5 years experience working with Microsoft or Linux server, systems, and software environment required.
  • At least 3 years of supervisory or managerial experience.
  • Professional certification such as ITIL Foundation or VMWare certification or a Microsoft Server/Cloud administration certification or equivalent, preferred.

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