The purpose of this position is to accomplish business objectives of the Applications function by managing multiple teams involved in delivering applications systems analysis and development as required for the existence, planning, operation, and management of a department or enterprise IT environment.
Strategy
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develops strategy for technology applications.
Translates business requirements into projects and initiatives.
Provides value propositions; develops business plans for applications functional areas to support overall department or enterprise business objectives.
Serves as a business partner to senior leadership within stakeholder groups to facilitate alignment with business objectives, initiative prioritization, and service-related problem resolution.
MANAGEMENT:
Manages other managers or senior technical professionals.
Communicates job expectations, plans, monitors, and appraises job results.
Coaches, mentors, and disciplines team members; develops, coordinates, and enforces systems, policies, procedures, and productivity standards.
Maintains high performing staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training team members; maintaining a safe, secure, and discrimination free work environment; develops personal growth opportunities.
OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE:
Facilitates procurement of goods and services necessary to run the business and implement projects.
Sponsors technology applications projects; reviews and approves project scope, schedule, budget, and quality metrics.
Monitors key performance indicators (KPI'S) for technology applications development and support activities, technology acquisitions, technology budget, wireless, and voice network to ensure quality of service and to meet service level agreements.
Forecasts an annual budget, schedules expenditures, analyzes variances, and initiates corrective actions.
Safeguards assets by reviewing and approving disaster recovery and back-up procedures and information security and control structures.
CUSTOMER SERVICE:
Establishes service level agreements and metrics.
Functions as business partner; builds business relationships with stakeholder representatives, and frequently interacts to discuss technology applications services and assess customer satisfaction.
TEAM EFFORT:
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results and performing related responsibilities as needed.
All duties and responsibilities may not be included in the above job descriptions.
Working Conditions
There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature, and air conditions. Ability to pass and maintain federal security clearances.
Operates a motor vehicle
Recommendations, and/or Internal Affairs complaint history will be reviewed and considered.
Minimum Requirements
MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management and Information Systems (MIS), or a closely related field.
Minimum Experience Requirements
At least ten (10) years of experience in supporting applications for a Department or Enterprise IT environment that includes three (3) years managing a technology team.
Minimum License Requirements
None
PREFERENCES
Preference will be given to candidates who possess the following:
PMP Certification.
Three (3) or more years of Agile Development Methodologies experience.
Five (5) or more years of Business Intelligence Reporting experience.
Eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6** GENERAL INFORMATION
Selection / Skills Tests Required
Department may administer skills assessment test
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION
NO
SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.
Pay Grade
34
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.
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Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.
All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.
EOE – Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Information Technology
Industries
Government Administration
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