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IT Manager-Infrastructure & Public Safety

Fairfield, United States

Description

Are you passionate about leveraging cutting-edge technology to make a real impact in your community? Join the City of Fairfield as an IT Manager and play a key role in shaping the future of our technology landscape while delivering innovative solutions that benefit our residents. We are currently seeking two dynamic IT Managers to lead our Technical Services and Infrastructure & Public Safety divisions within the Information Technology Department. These manager roles combine hands-on technical expertise with leadership, offering the chance to mentor a talented team and drive meaningful change every day. This recruitment is for the IT Manager of the Infrastructure & Public Safety division, providing direct support to Police, Fire and Water departments.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed primarily inside at various City locations, occasionally requires travel to other locations; includes exposure to some noise, controlled temperature conditions and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Work environments may include noise, dust and/or unpleasant odors. Work is performed in an office setting with frequent interruptions, multiple priorities and deadlines, inquiries and peak workloads. May require flexible work schedules including early morning, weekend, and evening hours to accomplish after-hours tasks and provide on-call support.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Mobility – frequent standing or sitting for extended periods; frequent walking; occasional pushing/pulling, bending, kneeling, squatting and crawling. Lifting – occasional lifting up to 25 pounds. Vision – constant use of good overall vision for reading/close up work; frequent use of color perception and eye/hand coordination; occasional use of depth perception and peripheral vision. Dexterity – frequent repetitive motion from writing and using a computer keyboard; frequent grasping, holding and reaching. Hearing/Talking - frequent hearing/talking to others on the telephone and in person.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is a management classification within the IT Division. Information Technology Managers are responsible for the direction of an entire bureau and exercise a broad range of authority over complex programs that are central to the department’s mission. The Information Technology Manager is distinguished from the next lower classification of Senior Information Technology Analyst in that the latter has responsibilities for a unit within the bureau. The Information Technology Manager is distinguished from the next higher level of Chief Information Officer in that the latter has administrative responsibility for the entire division.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives direct supervision from the Chief Information Officer.
Provides direct and indirect supervision over professional, technical and clerical employees in the bureau as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in computer science, information systems, or a closely related field
Five (5) years of professional, increasingly responsible experience in the one or more areas of Information Technology including two (2) years of supervisory responsibility.
A Master’s Degree in a related field is desirable.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Requires successful completion of a thorough background investigation prior to employment.
May need to possess a valid driver’s license as required by the position.

Examples of Duties

For the complete job description please visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/fairfield/classspecs

Knowledge & Abilities

THE SELECTION PROCESS:
Based on the information provided in the application documents, the best-qualified applicants will be invited for further examination. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the examination may consist of an application screening, written and/or practical exam, oral interview, or any combination.

HOW TO APPLY:

Candidates must submit an online application via NeoGov/Governmentjobs.com by 5:00 p.m. of the closing date. If you have any difficulties submitting your online application, please call NeoGov's Applicant Support Line at (855) 524-5627.

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If you feel you will need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the testing/interview process, please contact Human Resources at (707) 428-7394 at least 1 week prior to the application deadline or examination date.

REFERENCE CHECKS:

The City utilizes an electronic reference check process to gather references of candidates referred to an eligibility listing. Do not list your current supervisor in the “References” section of your application if you do not want them contacted prior to receiving a conditional job offer. Please note that if you include your current supervisor in the “References” section of your application, they may be contacted at any point in the recruitment process, without prior notification to you.

Candidates are encouraged to notify anyone they list in the “References” section to help ensure a timely response. When listing references, please identify persons who can assess your professional qualifications in the context of the workplace. Examples include former colleagues/supervisors, mentors, etc. If you have limited or no work experience, you may identify personal references familiar with your qualifications that correlate to workplace experiences. Examples include teachers, volunteer coordinators, mentors, etc.

The City of Fairfield is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and professionalism.

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