Work with the IT Project Management Office to ensure Systems Projects are staying on task by communicating all relevant information to team members
Communicate with customers and software vendors to define and solve problems and research solutions in a timely and cost effective manner.
Evaluate the toolsets used by staff to ensure the appropriate development environment is available to create and/or support the software solutions required by the business units.
Assess staff skills, identify training needs and research cost-effective training opportunities to encourage professional growth.
Provide periodic reports to manager regarding project status and potential problem areas, as well as forecasts of resource utilization
Counsel, supervise and appraise staff.
Respond to requests for special projects as directed by manager or Director of Information Technology.
Responsible for overseeing support of systems 24/7.
Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems or related field. (High School/GED and four years of relevant professional experience in addition to 7 years required experience may be substituted for the Bachelor’s degree).
7 years of job related work experience, including 5 years of management/supervisory experience; experience in computer programming and systems design.
Strong multi-platform computer programming skills.
Strong verbal and written communication, supervisory, project management, analysis and organization skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees, employees in other departments, and elected officials.
This role is also responsible for influencing technology and process changes, adoption of applications and supporting the improvement of the software development process.
Requires a successful CJIS background check.
STARTING SALARY RANGE: $56.85 - $71.06 hourly based on qualifications
CLOSING DATE: Upon filling position
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All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.
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