What are the responsibilities and job description for the AI & Data Science Program Manager position at City of Richmond?
The City of Richmond is seeking a highly skilled AI and Data Science Architect to design, develop, and implement AI and data science solutions that support the city's public services. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in AI, machine learning, and data architecture, and will be responsible for ensuring the ethical and effective use of AI technologies in public services.
- Develop and implement AI and data science strategies to enhance public services
- Design and maintain data architectures that ensure data quality, integrity, and security
- Collaborate with stakeholders to identify data requirements and develop solutions
- Ensure compliance with ethical guidelines, data privacy, and security regulations
- Conduct ongoing evaluation of AI systems to ensure they meet intended goals and adhere to ethical guidelines
- Provide training and support for public officials on AI technologies and data management
- Report and document the decision-making processes of AI systems to ensure accountability
The incumbent in this position may be required to serve on-call 24 hours/7 days a week to provide support to rotating on-call staff for assigned critical systems and applications.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
KNOWLEDGE ( some combination of the following):
- Considerable knowledge in area of focus such as Ethernet, Cisco network, wireless network, IT architecture, telephony knowledge, and IT infrastructure library
- Change management
- Computer software in area of focus ( such as Oracle DBMS, MS SQL DBMS, Unis/Linux Systems, RedHat Enterprise, and communications management system databases)
- Various technologies in area of focus (such as Anti-Virus, Vulnerability Management, etc.)
- License management
- Project Management
- Demonstrated skills in administering various programs and applications in area of focus
- Advising customers on area of focus
- Analyzing, planning, installing, testing, tracking, implementing, documenting, fixing, and tuning software and hardware systems
- Communicating with and supporting various internal and external departments
- Designing, configuring, deploying, troubleshooting, administering, and maintaining system and devices
- Determining security requests' viability; diagnosing, researching, and resolving issues in area of focus
- Ensuring project and work documentation and processes are completely accurate, on time, and stored properly
- Patching and upgrading of systems and software
SKILLS ( some combination of the following):
- Administering various programs and applications in area of focus
- Advising customers on area of focus
- Analyzing, planning, installing, testing, tracking, implementing, documenting, fixing, and tuning software and hardware systems
- Communicating with and supporting various internal and external departments
- Designing, configuring, deploying, troubleshooting, administering, and maintaining system and devices
- Determining the proper device for the end user's needs
- Determining security requests' viability
- Diagnosing, researching, and resolving issues in area of focus
- Ensuring project and work documentation and processes are completely accurate, on time, and stored properly.
- Maintaining standardized procedures
- Managing area of focus
- Patching and upgrading of systems and software
- Possessing strong scripting/automation skills such as Power Shell and Python
- Processing purchase requests
- Resolving work orders, network outages, and network switch port moves
- Training and mentoring team members
- Updating and assisting in creating documentation
- Using specific technologies in area of focus
- Technical writing
- Oral and written communication
ABILITIES ( some combination of the following):
- Delegate and provide direction, if supervising staff
- Think critically
- Pay attention to detail
- Problem solve
- Organization abilities
- Exhibit patience and persistence
- Planning
- Be proactive
- Time management
- Prioritization
- Contribute to and support multiple projects simultaneously
- Use discretion to decide if a problem needs to be escalated or if standard procedures will correct the problem.
MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field
- Four years of journey-level professional systems development experience
- One year of lead or supervisory experience
- An equivalent combination of training and experience (as approved by the department) may be used to meet the minimum qualifications of the classification
LICENSING, CERTIFICATIONS, and OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- None required
PREFERRED TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
- Masters Degree preferred
- 5 years of experience in AI, machine learning, and data architecture.
- Proficiency in AI and machine learning frameworks, data modeling tools, and technologies
- Project Management Practitioner's Certification preferred
- Strong understanding of ethical considerations in AI and Data Science
Salary : $79,985 - $159,874
