Job Description

INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY AT THIS TIME

The Assistant Director of Information Technology is responsible for overseeing all the operations and strategic planning of the Information Technology/GIS Department. Major responsibilities include strategic vision, project management, technical support, solutions integration, data management and hardware/software recommendations to all city departments. This position will oversee the City of Conroe's Information Infrastructure including Microsoft Windows Servers, Active Directory infrastructure, Microsoft Office and Exchange, public s afety s ystems, city-wide audio-visual equipment, telecommunications, internet service, cyber security, facility security and all IT related hardware/software to ensure reliable data infrastructure including the provision of data backups, data storage and data security.

This position has a major impact on the entire organization and requires a high-level understanding of the City of Conroe. Attention to detail is expected, as is use of independent judgment and application of industry standard principles and best practices of information technology to solve major policy and technical issues. The Assistant Director of IT manages and leads the City's IT/GIS department

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in information systems, computer science, public administration, business administration or closely related field. Master's degree in business or computer science and related IT certifications preferred.
• Five to ten years of progressively responsible related experience in IT administration, strategic planning and project management.
• Five years of management experience overseeing professional and technical staff, with two years managing multiple divisions or equivalent combination of education, experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Experience in municipal government is preferred.
• Certified Government Chief Information Officer (CGCIO) certification preferred.

Special Requirements:

This work may require the employee to be available other than regularly scheduled working hours to oversee system changes and to resolve major operational problems.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Extensive knowledge of information and telecommunication technology, current and emerging trends in municipal government.
• Considerable knowledge of strategic planning, systems and project management.
• Proven ability to manage and lead a team of 14+ employees.
• Ability to facilitate teams and to lead decision-making processes in a collaborative environment.
• Knowledge of municipal software applications (i.e. financial systems, public works, parks/recreation, public safety, equipment/inventory management, ESRI geographic information system (GIS), agenda management and data integration between applications.
• Knowledge of the design, implementation, and maintenance of Microsoft Windows network services, network infrastructure, internet access technologies, cybersecurity initiatives, Microsoft SQL, Active Directory infrastructure, Microsoft Exchange, Microsoft Office Suite and complex integrated systems.
• Knowledge of firewall architecture, network monitoring and management and endpoint/server protection solutions and associated best practices.
• Ability to read and understand technical material, legal documents and financial reports.
• Ability to create and manage complex budgets for IT/GIS.
• Ability to create business letters, bid/quote proposals and other reports.
• Ability to communicate well and make effective public presentations.
• Ability to effectively manage personnel while promoting education, motivation and growth for the IT/GIS staff.
• Ability to communicate with all levels of governmental employees and elected officials.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of government.
• Understanding of the City's political environment and sensitivities and ability to function effectively within that environment.
• Ability to work outside normal hours including weekends to attend meetings and other IT related events.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is primarily performed in a standard office environment and involves sitting, standing, walking, talking, reading, typing and mental acuity for extended periods of time. The work is light and requires the ability to exert up to 30 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects. May be required to work immediately before, during or after an emergency or disaster.

BENEFITS

The City of Conroe offers great benefits such as medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, retirement plan, employee assistance program, paid time off and free membership at the City's pool and recreation center facilities. Starting salary for this position is $112,378 annually.

The City of Conroe is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Must pass background check and pre-employment substance abuse screening as a condition of employment. A motor vehicle record check and job-related doctor's physical exam may also be required. Must pass FBI Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) fingerprint-based criminal background check and maintain CJIS eligibility.