What are the responsibilities and job description for the ASSISTANT DIRECTOR - IT APPLICATIONS (EXE LVL) position at City of Houston - IT?
Job Details
POSITION OVERVIEW
APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FROM: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
DIVISION: OFFICE OF TECHNOLOGY SERVICES
REPORTING LOCATION: 1200 TRAVIS
WORKDAYS & HOURS: MONDAY - FRIDAY; 8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M.*
* Subject to change
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
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.
RESPONSIBILITIES
STRATEGY
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
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management and Information Systems (MIS) or a closely related field. Strong understanding of the department s core business functions and business strategy.
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:
Valid driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston driving policy (A.P. 2-2).
PREFERENCES
Preference will be given to candidates who possess the following:
GENERAL INFORMATION
SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
Department may administer skills assessment test.
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION Yes
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.
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. A pplications must be submitted online at: .
To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: or call ).
If you need special services or accommodations, call ). (TTY 7-1-1)
If you need login assistance or technical support call .
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.
The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:
APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FROM: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
DIVISION: OFFICE OF TECHNOLOGY SERVICES
REPORTING LOCATION: 1200 TRAVIS
WORKDAYS & HOURS: MONDAY - FRIDAY; 8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M.*
* Subject to change
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
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.
RESPONSIBILITIES
STRATEGY
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management and Information Systems (MIS) or a closely related field. Strong understanding of the department s core business functions and business strategy.
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:
Valid driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston driving policy (A.P. 2-2).
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.
GENERAL INFORMATION
SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
Department may administer skills assessment test.
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION Yes
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.
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. A pplications must be submitted online at: .
To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: or call ).
If you need special services or accommodations, call ). (TTY 7-1-1)
If you need login assistance or technical support call .
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.
The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Wellness
- Supplemental Insurance
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability
- Retirement pension
- 457 deferred compensation plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- 10 days of vacation each year
- 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
- Compensable Sick Leave
- Personal Leave
- Flexible schedules
- Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
- Professional development opportunities
- Transportation/parking plan
- Section 125 pretax deductions
- Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
- Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
- Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
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