Director of Information Technology

Interim Director of Information Technology

North Bay, Ontario | Hybrid | Public Sector | 12-Month Contract

Compensation: $85–$135 per Hour

Envy Consulting Group is recruiting an experienced Interim Director of Information Technology for a public-sector organization supporting approximately 1,450 employees in Northern Ontario.

This 12-month assignment offers an opportunity for an established IT leader to provide strategic direction, oversee technology operations and strengthen the delivery of IT services across the organization. The successful candidate will combine executive-level judgment with a practical, hands-on approach to departmental leadership, infrastructure management and organizational improvement. You will be required to be on-site in North Bay occasionally.

The Mandate

The Interim Director will assume responsibility for the overall effectiveness of the organization's IT function, working closely with senior leadership to ensure technology services remain reliable, secure and aligned with operational priorities.

Key areas of responsibility include:

IT Leadership & Service Delivery

• Provide direction and oversight to the IT function, ensuring responsive and effective technology services.
• Lead, coach and support IT staff while strengthening departmental processes and accountability.
• Establish clear service expectations, performance measures and operational priorities.

Technology Planning & Infrastructure

• Evaluate current systems, infrastructure and technology capabilities.
• Oversee technology improvements, system upgrades and ongoing infrastructure requirements.
• Develop practical recommendations to improve reliability, scalability and service delivery.

Cybersecurity & Risk Management

• Support the organization's cybersecurity, information security and technology risk management programs.
• Review business continuity, disaster recovery and IT governance practices.
• Ensure appropriate controls and escalation processes are established.

Strategic & Organizational Leadership

• Partner with senior management to align technology priorities with organizational objectives.
• Review departmental structures, resource allocation and opportunities for operational improvement.
• Provide oversight of IT budgets, technology vendors and external service providers.
• Support planning, procurement and delivery of technology initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience

The ideal candidate will offer:

• Significant progressive experience in information technology, including at least five years in a senior management or director-level position.
• Demonstrated success leading IT operations within a complex organization.
• Experience managing technical teams, departmental budgets, vendors and enterprise infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity, technology governance, business continuity and IT service management.
• Experience developing technology strategies and delivering operational improvements.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication and problem-solving skills.

Previous experience in government, healthcare, education, municipal services or another public-sector environment would be considered an asset.

Candidates from the private sector with comparable leadership experience are also encouraged to apply.

Application Process

This opportunity is being managed confidentially by Envy Consulting Group. We welcome applications from experienced IT Directors, Heads of Technology, senior IT Managers and established interim leaders who are interested in a defined leadership engagement. Qualified candidates will receive additional information regarding the organization, scope of responsibilities and engagement structure during the selection process. To apply, please submit your resume and indicate your availability and expected hourly rate.