The chief information officer, in consultation with the director, shall do all of the following as it relates to information technology services:
1. Advise the director concerning the adoption of information technology standards and rules.
2. Develop and recommend legislative proposals deemed necessary for the continued efficiency of the department in performing information technology functions, and review legislative proposals generated outside of the department which are related to matters within the department’s purview.
3. Provide advice to the governor on issues related to information technology.
4. Consult with agencies and other governmental entities on issues relating to information technology.
5. Work with all governmental entities in an effort to achieve the information technology goals established by the department.
6. Coordinate the internal operations of the department as they relate to information technology and develop and implement policies and procedures designed to ensure the efficient administration of the department as they relate to information technology.
7. Recommend to the director for adoption rules deemed necessary for the administration of this subchapter in accordance with chapter 17A.
8. Advise the director concerning contracts for the receipt and provision of information technology services as deemed necessary.
9. Exercise and perform such other powers and duties related to information technology as may be delegated by the director or as may be prescribed by law.