What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technology Services Manager position at City of Bakersfield, CA?
Description
Continuous, the application filing may close any time after ten days from the issue date of this job announcement if sufficient qualified applications have been received. Postmarks are not acceptable; therefore, it is important to submit your application as soon as possible. First application review on March 31st, 2025.
Under general direction, is responsible for management of an assigned division of the Technology Services Department; oversee, plans, designs, implements and maintains a variety of systems and programs; coordinates assigned activities with our department, divisions and outside agencies; develops division policies, procedures, goals, and budgets; interprets and applies existing policies; represents the department on issues concerning the various products and services managed; and performs related work as required.
Representative Duties
The following typical tasks and responsibilities are representative of this class. They are descriptive, not limiting; Develops and administers the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards for the division; Selects and appoints section staff and provides for their morale, productivity, and professional development; Plans, organizes, evaluates, coordinates, and directs the work of technology professionals and technical staff; Monitors technology trends and quickly adapts to changing environments; Analyzes business problems and makes recommendations based upon findings; Provides expert professional technology consultant services to the senior management team, employees, and supervisory staff.
Minimum Qualifications
Applications will be accepted only from those applicants who clearly demonstrate on the COMPLETED application & supplemental questionnaire that they meet the below requirements:
- A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in computer science, information systems, business information systems, business administration, or a closely-related field, or related field; AND
- Four (4) years of increasingly responsible administrative and technical experience; OR
- An equivalent combination of training and experience, which provides the capabilities to perform the described job duties.
- Possession of a valid California Class “C” driver’s license.
Examination (Weighted: 100%)
An appraisal will be made of the applicant's experience, education, training, certification, knowledge, skills, abilities, and personal qualifications for the position. A minimum passing score of 70% is required.
NOTE: Admission to the Examination may be limited to those applicants who demonstrate the best combination of qualifications. Applicants possessing the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed admittance to the Examination. Employment applications must be properly completed in accordance with instructions on face of application form. All pertinent information needed to determine that the applicant meets the minimum qualifications must be shown on the application, resume, supplemental questionnaire, and typing certificate; otherwise, the application may be rejected. NOTE: POSTMARKS will not be accepted Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of COMPLETED application.
