"Bill will be an outstanding chief technology officer for the city," said Nickels. "He brings experience, depth of knowledge and a keen ability to get things done. Every day, more people use technology as a tool to keep them informed about city government and how to access city services. Bill is the right person to make sure this tool is helpful and up-to-date."
Schrier's appointment is subject to approval by the Seattle City Council. The Department of Information Technology provides technology leadership for Seattle, including technology governance, planning, policies and IT security. It develops common standards, architectures, and business solutions, and manages the city's technology infrastructure. The department also promotes technology literacy and public access to government information through its Web site and municipal cable television channel. Currently, the department has a 175-person staff and a $33.3 million operating budget.
Schrier has been an operations manager in information technology with Seattle since 1992. His responsibilities have included the city's data center, electronic mail system, public-safety radio system, telephone network and data communications network.
