Information Technology Division Manager

Information Technology Division Manager

This recruitment is being completed by Bob Hall and Associates. The first review of applications is Monday, January 13, 2025. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply early in the process for optimal consideration as this recruitment may close at any time upon receiving enough qualified applicants. Confidential inquiries welcomed to Kristine Ridge at (714) 493-8506.

To apply for this exciting career opportunity, please send a compelling cover letter and your detailed resume electronically to apply@bobhallandassociates.com. Please click on the following link to access the comprehensive recruitment brochure : Information Technology Division Manager.

The Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) is currently recruiting for the position of Information Technology Division Manager. Reporting to the Assistant Chief of Logistics, the Information Technology Division Manager is a key position in the OCFAs professional management team and works closely with other OCFA sections / divisions to ensure continuous delivery of public safety services and support to one of the largest fire service organizations in California. This is an exceptional career opportunity in one of the most progressive fire agencies in the United States.

Base Salary Adjustments : 2.50% effective June 27, 2025 2.50% effective June 26, 2026

Orange County Fire Authority Management Association (OCFAMA) Representation : This classification is represented by the OCFAMA. Please contact OCFAMA President for information about joining OCFAMA. Base Salary Adjustments : 2.30% effective June 28, 2024 2.50% effective June 27, 2025 2.50% effective June 26, 2026 Annual Merit Review Program : Administrative Managers are eligible for performance salary increases from 2.75% to 5.5% annually based on their work performance and until they reach the top of their salary range. Please note, new managers and newly promoted managers must be assigned to their position prior to March 1 during the annual performance rating period (August 1 through July 31) to be eligible for their initial merit review. Administrative Managers who are at the maximum of their salary range at the time they receive their annual performance evaluation will receive a $500 contribution to their 401(a) deferred compensation account if they received a rating of at least "standard."

Medical Benefit : Administrative Managers have a choice of medical plans under the CalPERS Health Benefits Program, and receive a monthly cash allotment to be applied toward health care coverage and other benefits. In addition to purchasing health care coverage, at their option, Administrative Managers may receive any or all remaining funds in cash or defer such funds to other benefits. The enrollment period for a new employee is sixty (60) days from the date of employment. The effective date of coverage will begin on the first day of the month following submission of the CalPERS Health Benefit Plan Enrollment Form. In 2025, the monthly cash allotment is $2,597.52 per month, paid over 24 pay periods. Please visit CalPERS for more information regarding the various plans offered under the CalPERS Health Benefits Program, as well as the current premium rates.

Dental, Orthodontia, and Vision Care : Dental, orthodontia, and vision insurance are provided, at no cost to the employee, for the employee and dependents. Coverage begins on the first of the month following date of hire or promotion.

Longevity Pay : Effective June 28, 2024, Administrative Managers will receive longevity pay as a percentage of base salary as follows :

• 1.50% at the beginning of the pay period that includes the commencement of their 5th year in any OCFAMA position.
• 3.0% at the beginning of the pay period that includes the commencement of their 10th year in any OCFAMA position.

Optional Benefit Plan (OBP) : An annual allocation of $2,065 (pro-rated for mid-year hire / promotion date) will be provided to Administrative Managers to cover health care costs and other select benefits including :

OBP begins on the 1st day of the month following a 28-day waiting period.

Retirement : All regular OCFA employees are members of the Orange County Employees Retirement System (OCERS) - a defined benefit retirement program. Employees are enrolled in one of the following retirement formulas based on date of hire.

For more information about OCERS retirement, please visit OCERS, or view the Retirement Plan HERE.

Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance : A life and AD&D policy is provided to Administrative Managers at no cost. Administrative Managers may purchase additional employee paid life, dependent life, and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance : Short-term and long-term disability insurance coverage are provided to Administrative Managers at no cost.

Deferred Compensation : Employees may participate in the Authority's 457(b) Deferred Compensation plan on a voluntary basis. This plan is 100% employee funded.

Retiree Medical Savings Plan : Employees participate in an employer sponsored retirement Healthcare Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) with a contribution of 4.0% of base salary. Effective April 4, 2025 (PP09) the contribution rate decreases to 3.0% of base salary.

Social Security : OCFA employees are not covered under the provisions of Federal Social Security (OASDI); therefore, they are not required to contribute 6.2% of salary towards Social Security.

Medicare : Employees contribute 1.45% to Medicare. Employees whose wages exceed $200,000 in a calendar year shall contribute an additional 0.9%.

Bilingual Pay : If qualified, bilingual pay is $0.30 per hour up to a maximum of forty (40) hours per FLSA workweek. Pre-designated languages include : Spanish, Vietnamese, Korean, Chinese / Mandarin / Cantonese, and American Sign Language. Other languages may qualify on a case-by-case basis.

Tuition Reimbursement : Administrative Managers are eligible for up to $2,000 per fiscal year in accordance with the program guidelines. Employees are also eligible to be reimbursed for job-related licenses and certifications (including the costs necessary to obtain and / or maintain the license or certification).

Vacation : Administrative Manager accruals begins on your first day of employment. Approximate annual accruals are :

Holidays : Administrative Managers observe 13 holidays within the calendar year :

Sick Leave : Sick leave is accumulated