The New York City Department of Correction (DOC) is an integral part of the City’s evolving criminal justice system, participating in reform initiatives and strategies aimed at moving the city towards a smaller jail system without compromising public safety. The DOC is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for our employees, visitors, volunteers, and people in our custody. Importantly, safe jails enable DOC to provide people in custody with the tools and opportunities they need to successfully re-enter their communities. The DOC operates facilities and court commands across the five boroughs with more than 7,500 diverse professionals and knowledgeable experts.

The New York City Department of Correction Information Technology Unit is seeking a candidate to serve as a Director of Center of Technology Ideation (CFTI). The Director of the Center for Technology Ideation is responsible for leading a cutting-edge innovation hub in DOC’s IT division that fosters creativity, collaboration, and strategic thinking. This role involves overseeing technology ideation processes, driving forward looking initiatives, cultivating partnerships with industry leaders, external partners, and internal stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in technology leadership, innovation strategy, and team management while performing the below in the key areas mentioned:

Strategic Leadership

- Develop and execute a vision and strategy for the Center for Technology Ideation.
- Drive initiatives that encourage innovation, design thinking, and emerging technology
exploration.
- Stay informed about global technology trends and their potential applications.

Program Development and Oversight

- Establish ideation programs and workshops to promote creative problem-solving.
- Develop frameworks to identify, evaluate, and prototype transformative ideas.
- Facilitate the transition of successful ideas into actionable projects and partnerships.
- Develop the project intake and ideation process for IT Division and assess the demands
based on the priorities.

Collaboration and Partnership Building

- Cultivate relationships with Various business divisions and partners to enhance the center’s
capabilities.
- Partner with internal stakeholders to align ideation efforts with organizational goals.
- Represent the center at organizational events.

Thought Leadership

- Share insights on emerging technologies and innovation trends.
- Deliver presentations and workshops to inspire and engage business stakeholders.

Preferred Skills:

- Strong understanding of emerging technologies such as AI, IoT, blockchain, and
their industry applications.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage diverse audiences.
- Demonstrated ability to build partnerships and drive cross-functional collaboration.
- Experience managing budgets, resources, and a multidisciplinary team.
- Expert in design thinking and agile methodologies.
- A track record of successful technology ideation and implementation projects.

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1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in computer science, engineering, human computer interaction, interactive media, digital and graphics design, data visualization, communication or a related field, and four years of satisfactory full-time experience related to the area(s) required by the particular position and a specialization in a relevant technology, process, methodology and/or domain; or

2. An associate degree from an accredited college in computer science, engineering, human computer interaction, interactive media, digital and graphics design, data visualization, communication or a related field, and six years of satisfactory full-time experience related to the area(s) required by the particular position and a specialization in a relevant technology, process, methodology and/or domain; or

3. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college, and eight years of satisfactory full-time experience related to the area(s) required by the particular position and a specialization in a relevant technology, process, methodology and/or domain; or

4. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1", "2", or "3" above.

- Strong understanding of emerging technologies such as AI, IoT, blockchain, and their industry applications. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage diverse audiences. - Demonstrated ability to build partnerships and drive cross-functional collaboration. - Experience managing budgets, resources, and a multidisciplinary team. - Expert in design thinking and agile methodologies. - A track record of successful technology ideation and implementation projects.

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

New York City Residency is not required for this position

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.