IMPERIAL COUNTY

 

 

CLASS TITLE:  INFORMATION & TECHNICAL SERVICES MANAGER

 

BASIC FUNCTION:

 

Under the direction of the Deputy CEO-GSA, plan, organize and direct the operations, services and activities of the Information Systems division; coordinate and manage the design, programming, implementation and operation of hardware, software, network systems and applications; direct and participate in the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, diagnosis and repair of computer hardware, software, peripherals and network systems; supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel.    

 

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Plan, organize and direct the operations, services and activities of the Information Systems division; manage the development and implementation of County-wide technology plans; analyze County technology needs and requirements; coordinate services to meet the needs, quality standards and time lines of the County.

 

Coordinate and mange the design, programming, implementation and operation of

hardware, software, network systems and applications; manage County technology

projects including new applications and systems upgrades; direct activities to assure

proper maintenance of databases and operational integrity of County-wide computer

systems.

 

Direct and participate in the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, diagnosis and

repair of computer hardware, software, peripherals and network systems; troubleshoot

and diagnose complex technical problems and assure timely repair.

 

Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff; interview and select

employees and recommend transfers, reassignment, termination and disciplinary actions;

assure employee understanding of established division policies and procedures.

 

Provide technical expertise, information and assistance to the Chief Executive Officer

regarding County computer systems, networks and applications; assist in the formulation

and development of policies, procedures and programs; recommend County-wide

standards for hardware, software and network systems.

 

Provide consultation services to various County departments by evaluating computer

system alternatives and conducting project planning to meet the special needs of

individual department functions, programs and date requirements; analyze the impact and

effectiveness of system upgrades.

 

Coordinate communications and information between County personnel and various

outside agencies to assure proper and efficient acquisition, installation, integration,

operation and maintenance of County computer systems.

 

Develop and prepare the annual preliminary budget for the Information & Technical

Services division; analyze and review budgetary and financial data; control and authorize

expenditures in accordance with established limitations.

 

Provide for the continuous enhancement, application, monitoring and security of network

systems and servers; evaluate existing and new technologies for compatibility and

potential implementation in the County.

 

Coordinate, develop and implement plans to assure network availability, web server

operations and proper infrastructure to support internet and intranet web projects and

meet site availability and performance objectives.

 

Operate a variety of office equipment and computer systems, mainframes and

peripherals; drive a vehicle to conduct work.

 

Communicate with other administrators, personnel and outside organizations to

coordinate activities and programs, resolve issues and conflicts and exchange

information.

 

Direct and participate in the preparation and maintenance of a variety of narrative and

statistical reports, records and files related to personnel, financial activity and assigned

duties.

 

Coordinate and manage the development and maintenance of County web sites; develop

and implement project plans to expand web-based applications of various County

departments.

 

Monitor inventory levels of division equipment and supplies; requisition, receive and

maintain inventory of supplies and equipment; initiate proposal requests.

 

Attend and conduct a variety of meetings as assigned; prepare and deliver oral

presentations to the Board of Supervisors and others concerning County technology

needs, problems and system development.

 

OTHER DUTIES:

Perform related duties as assigned.

 

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

 

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Planning, organization and management of the operations, services and activities of the

Information Systems division. 

Installation, configuration, operation, maintenance and repair of computer hardware,

software and network systems.   

Computer hardware systems, software applications and languages utilized by the County.

Principles, methods and procedures of operating computers, network systems and

peripheral equipment.    

Policies and objectives of assigned program and activities. 

Database structures, on-line applications and system capabilities of County computer

systems. 

Principles and techniques of structured programming in COBOL and RPG.

Personal computers and operating systems such as NT, XP and Windows.

Principles of data management, organization and flow.  

County organization, operations, policies and objectives.

Budget preparation and control.

Oral and written communication skills.

Principles and practices of administration, supervision and training.

Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures.

Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies.

Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

Technical aspects of field of specialty.

 

ABILITY TO:

Plan, organize and direct the operations, services and activities of the Information

Systems division.

Coordinate and manage the design, programming, implementation and operation of

hardware, software, network systems and applications.

Direct and participate in the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, diagnosis and

repair of computer hardware, software, peripherals and network systems.  

Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel.   

Provide consultation services to various County departments. 

Utilize a variety of computer applications and operating systems.   

Troubleshoot and diagnose complex technical problems and assure timely repair.   

Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.    

Prepare and deliver oral presentations.

Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.

Meet schedules and timelines.

Work independently with little direction.

Plan and organize work.

Prepare comprehensive narrative and statistical reports.

Direct the maintenance of a variety of reports, records and files related to assigned

activities.

 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

 

Any combination equivalent to:  bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field and six years experience in computer system analysis, programming, operation, maintenance and repairs including two years in a supervisory capacity.

 

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

 

Valid California Class C driver's license.  

 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

 

ENVIRONMENT:

Office environment

Driving a vehicle to conduct work.

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Hearing and speaking to exchange information and make presentations.

Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard.

Sitting for extended periods of time.

Seeing to read a variety of materials.