Review Vacancy
AgencyInformation Technology Services, Office of
TitleChief Artificial Intelligence Officer (Special Assistant), NS
Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences
Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)
Salary RangeFrom $172787 to $213995 Annually
Duties Description Reporting to the Executive Deputy Chief Information Officer, the Chief Artificial Intelligence (AI) Officer will be responsible for setting the overall AI strategy for the agency, including the design, development, and implementation of artificial intelligence technologies. They will also be responsible for ensuring the compliance of ITS and the agencies it supports to the NYS AI policy. Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Lead and participate in the formulation, development, revision, and implementation of agency AI policies and standards of practice, directly, through supervision, and in cooperation with various stakeholders.
• Advice stakeholder including but not limited to NYS agencies, vendors and partners, NYS AI workgroup regarding ethical utilization of AI and associated technologies.
• Prepare and maintain annual AI roadmaps and governance for statewide implementation and agency AI projects.
• Plan and oversee the implementation of AI platforms which will be used to deploy and host Machine Learning models.
• Facilitate and advice stakeholders in decision regarding development of AI roadmaps, systems testing and AI/Machine Learning Models.
• Identify and track AI projects as required by the NYS AI policy.
• Recommend quality assurance processes in relation to model testing that can be used by ITS and supported agencies implementing AI.
• Prepare the strategy/plan for ethical AI and oversee its implementation across different AI projects.
• Organize/recommend training and mentoring as needed to ITS teams and agencies.
• Full range of administrative and supervisory functions.
Minimum Qualifications Nine (9) years of experience in developing, leading, and managing critical technology projects. Five (5) of which must have been at the management level, with a strong foundational knowledge of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies and the formulation, development, and implementation of AI solutions.
Additional Comments Some positions may require fingerprinting.
Some positions may require up to 25% travel and/or lifting up to 50 lbs. Some positions are pending Civil Service approval. Details of position(s) will be described further if you are selected for an interview.
Positions located in New York City, will receive an additional $3,400 downstate adjustment location pay with regular annual salary. Positions located in the Mid-Hudson will receive an additional $1,650 adjustment location pay.
For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title maybe filled via a non- competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply. At this time, agencies may recruit and hire employees by making temporary appointments. In May 2024, if a temporary NY HELPS employee is satisfactorily performing in the position, the appointment will be changed from temporary pending Civil Service Commission Action to permanent non-competitive and the official probationary period will begin.
At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.
Benefits of Working for NYS Generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:
Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually
• Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave annually
• Up to Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually
• Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF.
• Up to three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional development
Health Care Benefits
• Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
Additional Benefits
• New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership
• NYS Deferred Compensation
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• And many more.
The Office of Information Technology Services is an equal opportunity employer, and we recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We encourage all individuals with disabilities to apply.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address PostingResponses@its.ny.gov
Address
Swan Street Building, Core 4, Floor 1
Notes on ApplyingHow to Apply: By July 18, 2025, please submit a clear, concise cover letter and resume, indicating that you are applying for Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer and describing how you qualify to:
Alec Fee
NYS Office of Information Technology Services
Swan Street, Core 4, Floor 1
Albany, NY 12242
Or email: PostingResponses@its.ny.gov
Note: Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Selected candidates who are new or returning to NYS service may be required to pay for fingerprinting fees. New York State is an equal opportunity employer.