Director, Innovation and Strategic Planning (DOT Executive VII)

Director, Innovation And Strategic Planning

The Maryland Department of Transportation, The Secretary's Office (MDOT TSO), seeks a visionary and strategic technology leader to fill the Director, Innovation and Strategic Planning (DOT Executive VII) role. The Director, Innovation and Strategic Planning plays a critical leadership role in advancing MDOT's enterprise IT strategy by driving innovation, shaping strategic direction, overseeing enterprise IT project management, and leading IT research and development (R&D). Reporting directly to the Chief Information Officer (CIO), this strategic leadership position is central to ensuring that MDOT's IT capabilities remain forward-looking, cohesive, and aligned with the department's long-term goals. This role is responsible for identifying emerging technologies, fostering innovative solutions, and translating visionary ideas into practical, enterprise-wide IT initiatives. The Director provides leadership in the development and execution of MDOT's enterprise IT strategic plan, ensuring alignment with broader organizational priorities and operational needs.

In this dynamic role, you will :

• Lead the development and implementation of MDOT's enterprise IT strategic plan.
• Drive IT innovation by identifying emerging technologies, leading pilot programs, and scaling successful initiatives agency-wide.
• Oversee the department's IT project portfolio, ensuring projects are prioritized, resourced, and strategically aligned.
• Direct enterprise IT research and development; build partnerships with academic and industry leaders to drive collaborative innovation.
• Establish strategic planning frameworks, IT governance models, and performance metrics for continuous improvement.
• Lead technology forecasting and roadmap development to guide long-term investments and digital transformation.
• Supervise staff and / or project teams supporting innovation and strategic planning functions.

The current vacancy exists MDOT TSO in the Office of Transportation Technology Services (OTTS), which is located in Hanover, MD (Anne Arundel County). This position may allow a hybrid work schedule, including telework and on-site work hours. MDOT offers a generous and competitive benefits package. You can learn about our amazing benefits here.