The Clerk-Recorder-Assessor’s office seeks a Dynamic Professional to Become Their Department Information Systems Manager.
Reporting to the Department Director, the Department Information Systems Manager (DISM) oversees a team of five personnel for both the Clerk-Recorder-Assessor (CRA) and the Registrar of Voters (ROV) and manages the internal IT operations supporting programs and services. The DISM is responsible for managing a secured elections’ network and domain, with over 20 servers located in a virtual server environment, and several hundred desktop and laptops environments used to administer Sonoma County’s elections.
As a DISM you will also be responsible for making recommendations based upon your knowledge, experience and expertise for all technical initiatives. You will work closely with the Director, Management Team, and CRA/ROV IT staff to assess the business needs of the office and provide guidance on the best solutions. You will also work both independently and as a team, conferring with appropriate IT members to ensure customer support, documentation, and system functionality is maintained at a high level of quality and accessibility for all CRA/ROV IT systems. Additional responsibilities include:
The ideal candidate will have experience communicating with various stakeholders to understand objectives and needs, defining and documenting business requirements for application development, reporting, and data management. Additionally, the ideal candidate will also possess experience in the following areas:
Working at the County of Sonoma offers expansive opportunities for growth and development, the ability to be a part of a challenging and rewarding work environment, and the satisfaction of knowing you’re working to better our communities. You can also look forward to flexible work arrangements and excellent benefits* including:
*Salary is negotiable within the established range. Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Additional information can be found in the Salary Resolution (SalRes) and our Employee Benefits Directory.
Any combination of training and experience which would provide the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities listed. Normally this would include:
Education: The equivalent to graduation from a four-year college with major coursework in business analysis, project management, management information systems, computer science, statistics, or closely related field; and
Experience: Four years of progressively responsible experience planning, developing and administering multiple, complex, information technology systems and applications, including one year of supervisory or lead responsibility for defining, planning and implementing automated information systems
License: Possession of a valid driver’s license at the appropriate level including necessary special endorsements, as required by the State of California to perform the essential job functions of the position.
Considerable knowledge of: IT policy and planning concepts, methods, and practices; customer service protocols; capabilities and limitations of various computer systems, including mainframe and personal computer based systems, LANs and WANs; the principles of information systems analysis and design especially related to multi-platform and networked applications; information system security technologies; general principles of office automation; various operating systems and related software used in operating departments; current and emerging technology principles, principles and techniques of project management.
Working knowledge of: principles of computer programming in languages required to support the applications and systems utilized in the operating department; principles of data retrieval and reporting; requirements and methods of procurement, contract negotiation and preparation; cost benefit analysis methods; principles and practices of personnel management, employee supervision, and training.
Ability to: develop strategic information technology plans; plan, organize, prioritize and delegate work; respond to changing needs and balance competing priorities; develop cost estimates and manage project costs; apply goals and objectives in responding to user requests related to the support, maintenance, and/or upgrade of computer information systems; train and develop staff; establish staff performance standards and evaluate performance; analyze information, develop alternative solutions, project consequences and implement solutions; establish metrics and associated systems performance measurement tools; formulate and modify policies and procedures; remain knowledgeable on the current technologies available; prepare and present reports, proposals, and other information; establish and maintain effective working relationships with department staff, other information systems staff, other agencies, and vendors or contractors; understand, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, ordinances and legislation related to operations; communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Please visit Getting a Job with the County of Sonoma to review more detailed information about the hiring process, including the application process, examination steps, and department selection process.
The selection procedure will consist of the following examination:
An Application & Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination (weight 100%) will be conducted to evaluate each applicant’s application and supplemental questionnaire for satisfaction of minimum qualifications (pass/not pass); and for educational coursework, training, experience, knowledge, and abilities which relate to this position. Each applicant will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
Candidates demonstrating possession of the minimum qualifications will be placed on an employment list in order of most qualified to least qualified based on the achieved score received in the Application & Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination which evaluates the education, training, experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, and other qualifications that you demonstrate in your application and/or response to the supplemental questionnaire. Please be aware that resumes and cover letters are not typically evaluated in the Application & Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination. Scores may be adjusted based on such factors as the number of candidates, anticipated vacancies, past practice, and natural breaks in the scores achieved by this group of candidates.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
A background investigation is required prior to employment. Candidates referred to departments for a selection interview are typically required to sign authorization and release forms enabling such an investigation. Failure to sign prescribed forms will result in the candidate not being considered further for that vacancy. Reference information will not be made available to applicants.
Additional requirements, such as successful completion of a physical exam, drug screen, etc., may apply, depending on the duties and responsibilities of the position. If you receive a conditional job offer for the position, the requirements upon which the offer is contingent will be outlined in the conditional job letter. You may also review the Job Classification Screening Schedule to determine the requirements for this position.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications are accepted online at www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org. Paper applications may be submitted by person, fax (707-565-3770), email, or through the mail. All applications and appropriate supplemental information as outlined in the job bulletin must be RECEIVED by the time and date specified on the first page of this job announcement. Applications received after the recruitment closes will not be accepted.
The County of Sonoma values diversity and is dedicated to creating a workplace environment that provides individuals with a sense of belonging. We are committed to having a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. The County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where all aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance, and business need.
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IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not apply to Extra Help positions.
For answers to specific questions regarding the employment process and more details about benefits or retirement, please contact Human Resources at (707) 565-2331. Additional details about benefit and compensation packages can be found in the MOUs located at https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/administrative-support-and-fiscal-services/human-resources/divisions-and-units/employee-relations/labor-agreements-and-salary-resolution. For specific information about health and welfare benefits including plan options, coverage, and premium amounts go to https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/administrative-support-and-fiscal-services/human-resources or, contact the Human Resources’ Risk Management-Benefits Office at [email protected] or (707) 565-2900.
*IMPORTANT NOTES: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice.
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