What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT Director position at Black Tech Link?
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The City of Cedar Rapids seeks a self-motivated leader who drives change, innovation and improvement while providing support and direction as the information Technology Director.
At the City, we are committed to employing individuals who reflect our community’s diverse backgrounds. Experience and skills combined with commitment to our core values is key to building a greater community now and for the next generation; therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to this position. Any person who anticipates needing accommodations for any part of the recruitment process please contact Katie Ulmer (k.ulmer@cedar-rapids.org or 319-286-5138).
The ideal candidate is motivated by and seeks challenges to find solutions and has strong leadership, management, and problem-solving skills. This candidate should have a forward-focused vision to help deliver exceptional customer satisfaction to the entire City. The Information Technology Director is expected to set clear team goals and expectations and has a proactive approach to ensure consistent and seamless team operations and constructive collaboration.
Previous experience in managing municipal information systems and public safety operating systems is highly desirable.
Under the responsibility of the Finance Director, the Information Technology Department is responsible for strategy, design, transition, operation and improvement of services related to technology and its use within the City. The Information Technology Department as a whole focuses on critical security needs for all technology systems. Visit the department’s website for additional information.
All City Directors are required to live within the Cedar Rapids within a reasonable time frame after appointment. This will be discussed at the offer stage.
Successful completion of a pre-employment background check, physical examination (if applicable) and drug screen are required prior to employment with the City of Cedar Rapids.
- Manages and directs operations for all functional IT areas.
- Sets short and long-term strategic objectives for information systems/technology based on stakeholder input.
- Provides oversight of contractors in providing IT systems/services.
- Works with Director Team to develop and analyze programs and policies
- Manages the evaluation, maintenance, and enhancement of sophisticated information systems, and the development and implementation of new systems including hardware, software, network infrastructure and custom applications.
- Develops and administers the department budget including capital projects; forecasts funds needed for hardware, software, and professional services.
- Ensures the security of internal network infrastructure, computer systems and data in compliance with security regulations; adheres to industry best practices.
- Supervises, plans, and directs the work of assigned personnel.
- Evaluates and makes recommendations on policy matters affecting IT programs and functions, policies, projects, and regulatory compliance matters.
- Coordinates with City departments and other governmental and public agencies and organizations to establish and maintain data management and telecommunication systems.
- Monitors projects to ensure conformance with specifications, schedules, and budgets.
- Promotes the continuing professional development and training of staff to remain technologically current.
- Performs related work as required.
Requirements
Required Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field and
- Seven (7) to (9) years of senior-level experience in IT, IS Security, Compliance, IT/IS risk or related field or
- Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse population
Required Licenses or Certifications
- NCIC Certification within 6 months of appointment
Desired Qualifications
- IT related certification(s) preferred
- Organizational leadership and staff management experience
Previous experience in managing municipal information systems and public safety operating systems
Benefits
The City provides outstanding pay, benefits and time off. With participation in the Wellness Program, the Choice Family PPO plan cost is only $63.88 per month for 2022! Additionally we offer:
- Medical co-insurance for participating providers of 90% plan / 10% employee
- Iowa Public Employee’s Retirement Pension plans (IPERS) (Download PDF reader) with a 9.44% City contribution and 6.29% employee contribution
- 11 paid holidays per year
- Up to $3,000 per year in educational assistance
- 4 weeks of paid parental leave
- Annual pay increases
- Typically receive annual cost of living increase depending on budget
- 100% City paid basic life insurance
- Dental, vision, long-term disability, and supplemental life insurance
- View our non-bargaining Choice Plan Benefits Summary (Download PDF reader)
Salary : $3,000 - $119,059
