Employment Opportunities
The Finance Authority of Maine ("FAME") is an independent state agency that develops and administers programs related to the financing of both higher education and business in the State of Maine. The core competency and primary goal of FAME is to provide targeted financing tools, information and solutions that enable Maine citizens to take advantage of opportunities to further their education and grow Maine's economy.
Director and Chief Information Officer
FAME is seeking a dynamic and innovative professional to become its Chief Information Officer. The individual will be responsible for the implementation, development and maintenance of all FAME information technology and assuring that IT initiatives align with and support the business objectives of the organization. This individual will be responsible for all IT vendor relationships, as well as communicating all IT matters to the FAME staff and Board. This position reports directly to FAME’s Chief Executive Officer and serves as a member of the senior management team.
The successful candidate will meet the following minimum education and work experience requirements:
- Four-year college degree in computer science or information systems. Prefer MBA or other advance degree with technology as a core component (or an appropriate combination of education and work experience).
- Minimum of seven years related work experience in information technology, information systems and project management.
- Proven experience in IT strategic planning and development, project management, database and application development, infrastructure design and installation, and policy development.
- Demonstrated ability to apply IT in solving business problems.
- Experience with systems design and development from business requirements analysis to day-to-day management.
- Knowledge of management, budgeting and business office operations.
- In-depth knowledge of applicable laws and regulations as they relate to IT.
- Demonstrated leadership skills.
- Effective skills in interpersonal relations, oral and written communication.
FAME offers competitive compensation, which includes a comprehensive benefit package consisting of paid time off; health insurance; dental insurance; disability insurance; life insurance; continued education; retirement package and an employee assistance program.
Individuals who meet these minimum qualifications and are interested in joining a dynamic organization should forward a cover letter and resume to Human Resource Manager, Finance Authority of Maine, PO Box 949, Augusta, ME 04332-0949 or by email at employmentops@famemaine.com.
The Finance Authority of Maine is an Equal Opportunity Employer.