What are the responsibilities and job description for the Departmental Information Technology Manager - State & Magistrate Court position at DeKalb County?
Job Description
Job Code : 99551 Salary Grade : 26 Salary : $84,321 - $135,756 FLSA : Exempt
Please apply by submitting a resume and cover letter of interest to :
Kimberly Brock, Clerk of Court
DeKalb State & Magistrate Court
kbrock@dekalbcountyga.gov
Resumes must be received by February 21, 2025 to be considered.
Essential Functions :
The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Manages, directs, and evaluates assigned staff; oversees employee work schedules to ensure adequate coverage and control; reviews timesheets; approves / processes employee concerns and problems and counsels or disciplines as appropriate; assists with or completes employee performance appraisals; directs work; acts as a liaison between employees and County administrators and elected officials; and trains staff in operations, policies, and procedures.
Organizes, prioritizes, and assigns work; prioritizes and schedules work activities in order to meet objectives; ensures that subordinates have the proper resources needed to complete the assigned work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; consults with assigned
staff to assist with complex / problem situations and provide technical expertise; and provides progress and activity reports.
Manages departmental information technology users; manages implementation of strategic plans, goals, and objectives for the department in assigned operational program; evaluates performance of current systems / programming in relation to growing needs of the department; evaluates system's effectiveness; and identifies needed changes, modifications and / or enhancements.
Manages projects in assigned areas; establishes project priorities; develops plans for implementing changes to include lifecycle plans that identify the order, timing and priority of system changes; recommends methodologies, data sources, and software tools; recommends changes to current
technology systems or applications in order to meet department's needs; and identifies new processes and alternatives to resolve problems or improve / enhance operations.
Researches, tests and recommends products for acquisition; develops requests for proposals; reviews bids; makes recommendations regarding vendor selection; monitors contractors / vendors for compliance with contracts; and communicates with vendors and end users to resolve service and compliance issues.
Manages and conducts training programs for users and subordinate staff; writes and / or revises user training manuals and lesson plans; selects training times / locations based on users' needs; answers questions and provides information during and after training; and maintains related documentation.
Maintains an awareness of new applications, technologies, technical methods, trends, and advances in the profession; reviews professional publications, technical manuals, and websites to increase knowledge of network operations; and attends conferences, workshops, and training
sessions as appropriate.
Minimum Qualifications :
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, or related field required; five years of progressively responsible information technology experience, to include lead experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Specific License or Certification Required : Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver's license.
Salary : $84,321 - $135,756
