ASSISTANT DIRECTOR - IT APPLICATIONS (EXE LVL)

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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR - IT APPLICATIONS (EXE LVL)

Salary

$134,576.00 - $165,672.00 Annually

Location

Houston

Job Type

Executive Level

Job Number

34152

Department

HOUSTON POLICE DEPARTMENT

Opening Date

05/15/2024

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POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from: All PERSONS INTERESTED

Posting Number: PN# 34152

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.

MANAGEMENT:

• 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.

OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE:

• 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.

CUSTOMER SERVICE:

• 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.

TEAM EFFORT:

• 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

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management and Information Systems (MIS), or a closely related field.

MINIMUM 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:

None

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.

Eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED

Department may administer skills assessment test

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION

NO

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. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call (832/393-6027).

If you need special services or accommodations, call (832/393-6027). (TTY 7-1-1)

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

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

• 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

• Flexible schedules

• Professional development opportunities

• Transportation/parking plan

• Section 125 pretax deductions

• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan

• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

01

Which best describes your highest level of education?

• High School Diploma / GED

• Associate Degree

• Bachelor's Degree

• Master's Degree or Above

• None of the Above

  02

  What field of study is your degree in?

• Computer Science, Management and Information Systems (MIS), or a closely related field

• Non-related field of study

• I have no degree

  03

  Which best describes your years of professional experience in supporting applications for a department or enterprise IT environment?

• No experience

• Less than 10 years of experience

• 10 but less than 12 years

• 12 but less than 14 years

• 14 but less than 16 years

• 16 years or more

  04

  Please describe your years of professional experience supporting applications for a department or enterprise IT environment.

  05

  Which best describes your years of experience managing a technology team?

• No managerial experience

• Less than 3 years of managerial experience

• 3 or more years of experience

  06

  Please describe your years of professional experience managing a technology team.

  07

  Which of the following describe your professional experience, education or skills? (Check all that apply)

• PMP Certification

• Three (3) years or more of Agile Development Methodologies experience

• Five (5) years or more of Business Intelligence Reporting experience

  08

  Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?

• Yes

• No

  Required Question