23-01 - 2023 REQUEST FOR BID CLEAR CREEK COUNTY EXECUTIVE SEARCH & RECRUITMENT – CIO

Clear Creek County is seeking competitive bids from qualified executive search and recruitment firms to conduct a national search leading to the selection of a new Chief Information Officer.

The Chief Information Officer (CIO), under general direction of the County Manager, optimizes the use of technology in the County in order to fulfill the Board of County Commissioners’ (BoCC) priorities and goals. The CIO is responsible for the planning, organizing, and directing of information technology operations and implementing the County’s applicable policies and directives. The position evaluates and advises the County Manager and the BoCC on long range technology needs and opportunities and provides clear, succinct and accurate data for related fiscal decision making. The CIO ensures technology-related compliance with state and federal laws, establishes and maintains internal controls, and coordinates and manages the Information Technology budget process. The position currently provides leadership and direction to 2.0 budgeted FTE positions in the Division.

SCOPE OF SERVICES
The contractor shall perform all Services described in this section and all obligations set forth in the professional services agreement, attached to this RFB as Exhibit A.

The contractor will conduct a national recruitment (including attracting, interviewing, and hiring) of a Chief Information Officer and assist the County Manager in selecting a qualified candidate, including the following services:
 

1. Working with the County Manager and Leadership Team to develop characteristics and attributes of the successful candidate, selection criteria, and recruitment process;

2. Developing recruitment strategies and timelines for approval by the County;

3. Developing an accurate and enticing job profile and a custom brochure describing the Chief Information Officer position, the County organization and the community, for approval by the County;

4. Conducting targeted recruitment of qualified and experienced individuals;

5. Marketing the position on a local, regional and national basis (including social media, online job listings, and other appropriate resources);

6. Receiving and processing application materials;

7. Providing initial screening of all applications against the qualifications required in the job description and recommending potential semifinalists and documenting the reasons for not selecting applications;

8. Assisting the County Manager in the selection of semifinalists and finalists;

9. Comply with nondiscrimination provisions established by the EEOC;

10. Conducting credential verification and background referencing at the appropriate time;

11. Developing and coordinating a final selection process with the County Manager, including interviews with County Manager and staff, County tours, and interaction with employees and community members;

12. Conducting all background and reference checks on the final candidate(s); and,

13. Providing timely notification and any necessary follow up and feedback to all candidates not selected for the position.

• http://www.co.clear-creek.co.us/bids.aspx