Director of Technology

CITY OF POUGHKEEPSIE JOB OPENING 

DIRECTOR OF TECHNOLOGY

SALARY $90,000 - $110,000 PLUS BENEFITS

 

 

This position involves responsibility for the administration and direction of a city’s Information

Technology (IT) department, including day-to-day operations and long-range planning. The incumbent is responsible for supervising technology and supporting staff and for coordinating the implementation of technology solutions across municipal departments. Work is performed under the general supervision of a senior city official, with wide latitude for exercising independent judgment in carrying out the details of the work.

 

The following is indicative of the level and types of activities performed by incumbents in this title. It is not meant to be all inclusive and does not preclude a supervisor from assigning activities not listed which could reasonably be expected to be performed by an employee in this title.

1. Directs and oversees the daily operations of the city’s IT department, including infrastructure, applications, and support services.

2. Develop and implement long-range technology plans to support city objectives and improve public services.

3. Supervises, trains and evaluates technical staff in installation, repair and maintenance of all computer hardware, data communication systems, and related technology equipment.

4. Prepares and manages the city’s IT operations budget and oversees the selection and purchase or lease of all hardware, software, and related equipment and supplies.

5. Reviews requests for new software solutions or internal systems to ensure compliance with standards and compatibility with operational procedures.

6. Evaluates and recommends new or existing hardware and software based on user requirements, operational capabilities, and performance, and diagnoses malfunctions or failures to propose alternative solutions.

7. Oversees the security and management of the city’s computer network, including access controls, system security, data integrity, and confidentiality across all municipal systems.

8. Collaborates with department heads and city administrators to assess technological needs and provide expert guidance on data processing and IT solutions.

9. Attends conferences and training sessions as needed to maintain current knowledge and improve operational efficiency.

 

Thorough knowledge of the methods and best practices for delivering technology services within 

a municipal environment and implementing technology solutions across city department through knowledge of computer software, hardware, networks, telecommunications systems, and related technology infrastructure; thorough knowledge of the city’s goals, policies, and procedures related to technology and data security; thorough knowledge of personnel management practices and procedures; ability to plan, organize, and supervise the work of subordinate employees; ability to prepare and manage an annual technology budget; ability to develop and coordinate staff training and professional development programs; ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with city officials, department heads, and staff; ability to clearly explain technology issues and solutions to non-technical stakeholders; personal characteristics necessary to perform the duties of the position; physical

condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

 

 

EITHER: (A) Master's Degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Computer

Information Systems, Communications, Technology or related field and five (5) years of recent* full-time work experience in integrating technology and/or providing technology services, three (3) of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity.

 

OR: (B) Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Communications, Technology or related field and six (6) years of recent* full-time work experience as outlined in (A) above, three (3) of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity.

 

*Recent work experience is defined as work occurring within the ten (10) years immediately prior to the date of application.

 

NOTE: Your degree or college credit must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education/U.S. Secretary of Education.

NOTE: Supervision experience includes but is not limited to, assigning and reviewing work,

evaluating performance, maintaining work standards, motivating and developing subordinate

employees, implementing procedural changes, increasing efficiency and dealing with problems of absenteeism, morale and disciple. The supervision aspects must be an integral part of the job, not incidental or occasional.

Possession of a valid Driver License to operate a motor vehicle in New York State at time of

application and to maintain the position.

 

THIS IS A PROVISIONAL APPOINTMENT PENDING THE RESULTS OF THE CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATION THAT YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO TAKE WHEN OFFERED AND SCORE IN THE TOP THREE.

 

An application for employment can be found on the City of Poughkeepsie Website under the Human Resources Department.

Deadline to apply: Until filled

Submit resume/application to: City of Poughkeepsie

Human Resources Department 62 Civic Center Plaza Poughkeepsie, NY 12601

Or email to: humanresources@cityofpoughkeepsie.com

The City of Poughkeepsie is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply.