IT Field Technology Manager

IT Field Technology Manager

State of Indiana

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Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. You’ll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work‑life balance. Most importantly, you will have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers.

The IOT provides cost‑effective, secure, consistent, reliable enterprise‑technology services to partner agencies so they can better serve the Hoosier taxpayer. IOT acts as the technology and solution enabler for the State, helping partner agencies achieve business objectives and innovation.

The IT Field Technology Manager oversees project coordination and issue resolution to support the desktop technology team across Northern Indiana, manages staffing, coverage planning, time approvals, and performance evaluations, and ensures all counties meet SLA standards. The role also allocates and coordinates field resources, works primarily in Northern Indiana with occasional trips to Indianapolis or other regions.

The starting salary is $93,002 and may increase with education or work experience.

• Assist the IT Director in developing current and long‑range technology direction.
• Assist the IT Director in setting policies, procedures, technical standards, and priorities.
• Assume director’s responsibilities in their absence.
• Dispense technical advice, guidance, and direction for major plans.
• Analyze new technologies and make recommendations.
• Assist the executive team in the budgeting process.
• Continuously improve operations, reduce turnaround times, and streamline processes.
• Monitor time and dollar expenditures to meet project and budget targets.
• Represent the IT division at events and meetings.
• Coordinate, review, and analyze proposals for IT/security projects.
• Recruit, select, onboard, and train employees.
• Set expectations, measure progress, provide feedback, and evaluate employee performance.

• Bachelor’s degree and 1+ year experience in Computer Science, IT, or related field, or
• Associate’s degree and 3+ years experience in Computer Science, IT, or related field, or
• 5+ years of relevant IT experience with applicable knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Extensive knowledge of IT, information security, project management, and business management.
• Ability to bridge technology and business goals.
• Broad knowledge of all IT disciplines and general business theory.
• Understanding of state government organization and management.
• Ability to negotiate complex agreements with agencies and vendors.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to frame issues around policy implications.
• Ability to delegate, set direction, and manage workflow.
• Ability to give feedback, coach, and develop employee skill sets.
• Ability to perform essential functions with or without accommodation.

This role may supervise one or more staff members.

• Medical plan options (including RX), vision, and dental plans.
• Wellness Rewards Program.
• Health savings account with bi‑weekly state contribution.
• 457(b) deferred compensation account with employer match.
• Two fully‑funded pension plan options.
• Comprehensive leave policy including paid parental leave, community service leave, vacation, holidays.
• Education reimbursement program.
• Group life insurance.
• Referral bonus program.
• Employee assistance program for behavioral health visits.
• Qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
• Free parking for most positions.
• Free Linked In Learning access.

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform essential job functions. If you require accommodations, contact the Indiana State Personnel Department at