Director, Information Management & Information Technology (IMIT) to provide leadership across enterprise IT operations, information management, records sys

S.i. 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 environment
• 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