Position Summary:

The Director of the PMO & Office of the CIO is a strategic leadership role responsible for overseeing the enterprise-wide Project Management Office (PMO) and managing the administrative and operational functions that support the Office of the CIO. This dual-role position ensures the efficient execution of IT programs and projects aligned with business priorities while also managing communications, budget planning, vendor coordination, and executive-level support for the CIO.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Management Office (PMO) Leadership Lead and mature the enterprise PMO function, including project intake, prioritization, resource allocation, and reporting. Develop and implement project management methodologies, standards, tools, and best practices across the IT organization. Oversee the execution of the IT project portfolio to ensure delivery on time, within scope, and budget, while meeting stakeholder expectations. Provide supervision, guidance and mentorship to project managers and business analysts. Partner with IT and business leaders to align the project portfolio with enterprise strategy and drive value realization. Office of the CIO Administration Serve as a strategic advisor and right-hand to the CIO, ensuring operational effectiveness and alignment with the CIO's priorities. Manage the daily administrative operations of the Office of the CIO, including executive communications, leadership meeting coordination, initiative tracking, and documentation. Support CIO with preparation for executive meetings, board updates, and key internal/external presentations. Oversee budget planning, forecasting, and tracking for the IT department; collaborate with Finance to manage cost centers, capital expenditures, and vendor spend. Coordinate with Legal, HR, Procurement, and other departments to support IT operations and strategic initiatives. Lead strategic planning and annual goal-setting efforts for the IT organization. Supervisory Responsibilities: Directly supervises PMO staff. Provides leadership to cross-functional project teams and vendor partners. Work Environment: Occasional travel may be required for project or executive meetings. Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or related field (Master's degree preferred). 8+ years of experience in IT project/program management and/or business operations, including 3+ years in a leadership or director-level role. Experience in managing or supporting C-level executives, preferably within a corporate IT function. Skills & Competencies: Proven ability to lead large-scale, cross-functional IT initiatives with multiple stakeholders. Strong organizational and administrative capabilities, including budgeting, scheduling, and communications. Strategic thinker with an ability to synthesize complex information and drive execution. Advanced knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., PMP, Agile, Lean, or Six Sigma certifications preferred). Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Ability to manage confidential information with discretion and professionalism.