Muchmore Than Consulting is pleased to recruit on behalf of the City of East Palo Alto

Are you an IT professional who is a strategic thinker, a strong communicator, and has a keen eye for detail? 

If so, Help Contribute to the City of East Palo Alto’s IT Vision TODAY!

The City of East Palo Alto is seeking qualified candidates for an 

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER

Salary: $12,624 - $15,345 Monthly

$151,497 - $184,146 Annually 

Plus an attractive benefits package

Onsite/ Monday-Friday 8hr days

Deadline to apply: Friday, September 27, 2024, 11:59 PM

The City of East Palo Alto is seeking a creative, collaborative, and knowledgeable Information Technology (IT) Manager to lead the City’s technology programs. The Information Technology Manager plans, organizes, oversees, coordinates, and reviews the work of staff performing difficult and complex technical support related to all programs and activities of the Information Technology Division. The successful candidate will perform installation, maintenance, and upgrade of the local area network, required hardware and software, infrastructure, personal computers, and communications systems and facilities. The IT Manager will administer short and long-range planning activities. The incumbent will manage the effective use of division resources to improve organizational productivity and customer service. Furthermore, the IT Manager will provide complex and responsible support to the Assistant City Manager in areas of expertise; and perform related duties, as assigned.

IDEAL CANDIDATE: The ideal candidate will:

• Possess broad experience with government information systems and technology.

• Possess cybersecurity knowledge and administration.

• Be a problem solver and seek first to understand the practical need before crafting a solution and a path for implementation.

• Possess knowledge of principles and practices of employee supervision.

• Have experience in systems design and development process, including requirements analysis, feasibility studies, software design, programming, beta testing, installation, evaluation, and operational management.

• Understand, interpret, and apply all pertinent laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures, and standards relevant to work performed.

• Possess knowledge on how to develop and lead the Information Technology (IT) strategic plan and priority.

QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Education: Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree with major coursework in computer science, management information technology, or a related field.

Experience: Five (5) years of experience in the development and administration of computer systems, telecommunication systems, and local area networks, including two (2) years of supervisory experience.

License and Certifications: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver’s License and a good driving record, at the time of appointment.

SELECTION PROCESS: It is important to complete all required application materials. Applications will be reviewed in detail to identify the most qualified candidates to move forward to the next phase in the recruitment process. The next phase will be a panel interview and/or practical and written, and scenario assessment. Only the names of the most qualified candidates who pass the initial selection process will be submitted to the City for consideration for final selection.

APPLICATION PROCESS: To be considered for this exciting opportunity, candidates should apply through CalOpps.org. https://www.calopps.org/city-of-east-palo-alto. Complete an online application and the required supplemental questionnaire. All materials must be included to be considered as a candidate.

Deadline to apply: Friday, September 27, 2024, 11:59 PM

Additional inquiries about the position may be directed to Human Resources  hr@cityofepa.org or (650) 853-3116. The City of East Palo Alto is not responsible for the failure of internet forms or email in submitting your application. Candidates with a disability who may require special assistance in any phase of the recruitment process should advise Danielle Oliveira from Muchmore Than Consulting danielle@muchmorethanconsulting.org .

THE CITY OF EAST PALO ALTO

IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Recruitment Services Provided by Muchmore Than Consulting, LLC.