DEPUTY SECRETARY OF STATE FOR OPERATIONS (IT STRATEGIST)

DEPUTY SECRETARY OF STATE FOR OPERATIONS (IT STRATEGIST)

Salary

$138,385.00 Annually

Location

Nevada

Job Type

Unclassified Full-Time

Job Number

2026-02596

Department

SECRETARY OF STATES OFFICE

Opening Date

06/12/2026

FLSA

Exempt

Bargaining Unit

N/A

Salary Grade

Not Assigned

Full Physical Address of Position (City, State, Zip)

Carson City or Las Vegas

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• THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE*

Job Summary

Deputy Secretary of State for Operations (IT Strategist) - Job Announcement

The Nevada Secretary of State (SOS) seeks a candidate to fill the Deputy Secretary of State - Operations position. This full-time position reports directly to the Chief Deputy Secretary of State, is open to all qualified applicants, is an appointed position and serves at the pleasure of the Secretary of State. The position is in Carson City or Las Vegas, Nevada. The services of the SOS Office are only as good as its technology.

Under the direction of the Chief Deputy Secretary, the ideal candidate would effectively perform the following:

• A visionary which serves as the driving force of overall tech strategy and oversight. Oversight of the SOS Information Technology Services Department is one of the most critical components of this role in achieving the goals: Modernization, Innovation and Transparency. Because of the many systems upgrades currently in progress, this role is highly focused on IT and project management; provides strategic direction and support to the Office of Project Management, the Chief Information Technology Manager, ensures compliance with State of Nevada enterprise Information Technology Services policies and procedures; ensures SOS IT project deadlines are met and forecasting IT resource needs are managed.
• Serves as contributing member of the SOS Executive Team including participation in strategic planning for the office's technology needs, assisting in developing and advocating for such legislative measures to advance the policy and technology needs of the office.
• Provides oversight for the internal administrative functions of the Secretary of State (SOS) including the agency's budget / accounting department and information technology services.
• Implements the agency's strategic plans through leaders of Information Technology and Accounting Departments.
• Oversees the SOS financial section and supports the Administrative Services Officer 3, including biennial budget preparation, preparation of fiscal notes for proposed legislation, continuous budget tracking and management, year-end closing, work programs, purchasing, contract management, accounts payable and receivable, establishing and monitoring compliance with internal controls, revenue tracking, forecasting, and presenting at meetings of the Board of Examiners and the Interim Finance Committee.
• Oversees management of facilities for SOS in Carson City and Las Vegas, including collaboration with State of Nevada Public Works/Buildings/Grounds Leasing Services and private property owners of leased facilities to ensure all SPS facilities are functional, safe and secure.
• Mentors and supervises the Operations Administrative Assistant positions (2 full-time positions), including responsibility for staffing and management of the SOS Capitol Reception desk, managing office-wide equipment and supply needs and coordination of travel.
• Acts in the stead of the Secretary at various boards and commissions as necessary and appropriate.

Essential Qualifications

Preferred Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in internet technology (or equivalent experience), accounting, business administration, public administration or related field OR an equivalent combination of education and experience including directly related experience in performing professional management and/or administrative duties in a government setting.
• IT project management experience relating to the phases of design, development and launch of an IT project.
• Working knowledge of standard governmental budgeting and accounting principles, legislative and regulatory processes, and governmental human resources administration.
• Places a priority on serving the needs of the State of Nevada and its constituency.
• Possesses a strategic mindset involving proactive planning, consideration of long-term impact of decision making on future goals, critical analysis in evaluating variables that influence long term success, effective resource allocation in alignment with strategic goals, flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances, recognizing and seizing opportunities to gain competitive advantage and mitigating potential risks that could negatively impact plans.
• Assists in the development and implementation of State policies overseen by the Secretary of State.
• Maintains a working knowledge of the statutory and regulatory requirements and internal policies and procedures of each division/program.

Job Duties

Under the direction of the Chief Deputy Secretary, the ideal candidate would effectively perform the following:

• A visionary which serves as the driving force of overall tech strategy and oversight. Oversight of the SOS Information Technology Services Department is one of the most critical components of this role in achieving the goals: Modernization, Innovation and Transparency. Because of the many systems upgrades currently in progress, this role is highly focused on IT and project management; provides strategic direction and support to the Office of Project Management, the Chief Information Technology Manager, ensures compliance with State of Nevada enterprise Information Technology Services policies and procedures; ensures SOS IT project deadlines are met and forecasting IT resource needs are managed.
• Serves as contributing member of the SOS Executive Team including participation in strategic planning for the office's technology needs, assisting in developing and advocating for such legislative measures to advance the policy and technology needs of the office.
• Provides oversight for the internal administrative functions of the Secretary of State (SOS) including the agency's budget / accounting department and information technology services.
• Implements the agency's strategic plans through leaders of Information Technology and Accounting Departments.
• Oversees the SOS financial section and supports the Administrative Services Officer 3, including biennial budget preparation, preparation of fiscal notes for proposed legislation, continuous budget tracking and management, year-end closing, work programs, purchasing, contract management, accounts payable and receivable, establishing and monitoring compliance with internal controls, revenue tracking, forecasting, and presenting at meetings of the Board of Examiners and the Interim Finance Committee.
• Oversees management of facilities for SOS in Carson City and Las Vegas, including collaboration with State of Nevada Public Works/Buildings/Grounds Leasing Services and private property owners of leased facilities to ensure all SPS facilities are functional, safe and secure.
• Mentors and supervises the Operations Administrative Assistant positions (2 full-time positions), including responsibility for staffing and management of the SOS Capitol Reception desk, managing office-wide equipment and supply needs and coordination of travel.
• Acts in the stead of the Secretary at various boards and commissions as necessary and appropriate.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• A visionary which serves as the driving force of overall tech strategy and oversight. Oversight of the SOS Information Technology Services Department is one of the most critical components of this role in achieving the goals: Modernization, Innovation and Transparency. Because of the many systems upgrades currently in progress, this role is highly focused on IT and project management; provides strategic direction and support to the Office of Project Management, the Chief Information Technology Manager, ensures compliance with State of Nevada enterprise Information Technology Services policies and procedures; ensures SOS IT project deadlines are met and forecasting IT resource needs are managed.
• Serves as contributing member of the SOS Executive Team including participation in strategic planning for the office's technology needs, assisting in developing and advocating for such legislative measures to advance the policy and technology needs of the office.
• Provides oversight for the internal administrative functions of the Secretary of State (SOS) including the agency's budget / accounting department and information technology services.
• Implements the agency's strategic plans through leaders of Information Technology and Accounting Departments.
• Oversees the SOS financial section and supports the Administrative Services Officer 3, including biennial budget preparation, preparation of fiscal notes for proposed legislation, continuous budget tracking and management, year-end closing, work programs, purchasing, contract management, accounts payable and receivable, establishing and monitoring compliance with internal controls, revenue tracking, forecasting, and presenting at meetings of the Board of Examiners and the Interim Finance Committee.
• Oversees management of facilities for SOS in Carson City and Las Vegas, including collaboration with State of Nevada Public Works/Buildings/Grounds Leasing Services and private property owners of leased facilities to ensure all SPS facilities are functional, safe and secure.
• Mentors and supervises the Operations Administrative Assistant positions (2 full-time positions), including responsibility for staffing and management of the SOS Capitol Reception desk, managing office-wide equipment and supply needs and coordination of travel.
• Acts in the stead of the Secretary at various boards and commissions as necessary and appropriate.

The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.

Please send direct Inquiries or correspondence to the recruiter listed on this announcement.

Benefits include:

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance programs for employees and their dependents/family are offered through the Public Employees' Benefits Program (PEBP).

• Vacation: Accrual of three weeks of annual leave each year.

• Sick Leave: Accrual of three weeks of sick leave each year.

• Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.

• Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Employees do not contribute to Social Security but will contribute to PERS if their position is at 50% or more full-time equivalency. For more information on how PERS service may impact Social Security benefits, visit the SSA publication.

• Deferred Compensation: The State offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation Program.

• No Nevada state income tax.

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligible due to public sector employment.

• Longevity Payments Eligibility: Employees who have received a performance rating of "standard" or better and have completed eight (8) or more years of continuous service are eligible for longevity pay.

Additional benefits may apply to employees covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), depending on their designated bargaining unit. For more information, visit the Labor Relations Unit (LRU).

For more details about your rights and responsibilities as a State of Nevada employee, please review the State of Nevada Employee Handbook (PDF).

• State Holidays The holiday schedule for State employees is established by the Legislature.

The following are legal holidays:

January 1.............................................. New Years Day

Third Monday in January.................. Martin Luther King, Jr.s Birthday

Third Monday in February................ Washington's Birthday

Last Monday in May........................... Memorial Day

June 19................................................ Juneteenth Day

July 4.................................................... Independence Day

First Monday in September.............. Labor Day

Last Friday in October....................... Nevada Day

November 11........................................ Veterans Day

Fourth Thursday in November........ Thanksgiving Day

Friday following the Fourth Thursday in November...................... Family Day

December 25........................................ Christmas Day

When January 1, June 19, July 4, November 11, or December 25 falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is the observed legal holiday. If these days fall on Sunday, the following Monday is the observed holiday. Eligibility for holiday pay is covered by the provisions of NAC 284.255

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Which location do you prefer? 101 North Carson Street, Carson City OR 1 State of Nevada Way, Las Vegas? Please select one.

• 101 North Carson Street, Carson City
• 1 State of Nevada Way, Las Vegas

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A State of Nevada/FBI background check will be required of the selected applicant. Can you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

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To ensure compliance with agency standards, this position requires completion of a fingerprinting and background check. (The agency covers all associated costs.) Are you able to meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

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