Information Technology Manager

Overview

HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF CAMDEN

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE

Information Technology (I / T) Manager (

Confidential

DEPARTMENT : Central Office Cost Center

REPORTS TO : Executive Director

Employment Status : Full-time – 40 hours per week

Union Status : Non-Union

FLSA Status : Exempt

Salary : up to $90,000

SUMMARY

Under supervision, serves as the technical leader responsible for managing a complex IT department, supporting user needs, and overseeing the operation of the data processing center; performs related duties as required.

NOTE

The definition and examples provided for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A specific position with this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, not all duties performed on the job may be listed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and daily supervision, delegating work assignments to all IT staff.
• Plan, manage, and execute a comprehensive, effective, and efficient management and financial information system.
• Coordinate effectively with the Executive Director and department heads for the preparation of required monthly reports for submission to the Board of Commissioners.
• Skilled in database performance tuning and maintenance, with strong troubleshooting skills. Ability to research infrastructure and database issues, standards, and products as needed.
• Prepare clear, technically sound, accurate, and informative reports with findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
• Ensure that HACC hardware and software systems are properly maintained, upgraded as needed, and that staff support is available.
• Evaluate, select, and use software and hardware monitors, analyzers, and simulators to measure system performance and project future performance to improve hardware utilization and optimize application programs.
• Assess data processing equipment and service requests and prepare cost-benefit analyses showing alternative solutions in terms of operating and development costs, advantages, disadvantages, and implementation timelines.
• Provide technical guidance for application conversions, hardware upgrades, and operating system updates.
• Oversee and monitor the progress of external consultants in accordance with contractual agreements.
• Test and evaluate new hardware systems, software products, and terminal devices.
• Prepare clear, sound, accurate, and informative reports with findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
• Maintain the enterprise-wide phone system (currently IP-based), evaluating and recommending upgrades.
• Learn to operate various electronic and manual recording and computerized information systems used by the agency and related units.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills Requirements

Minimum Training and Experience

The minimum educational requirements for an Information Technology (IT) Manager are :

Additional Requirements

New hires must pass a comprehensive background check and drug screening. All information will be kept confidential, except for reporting findings and actions taken.

Special Note : Background checks and drug screening are mandatory. A valid driver\'s license with an acceptable driving record is required.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Yes

Reasoning Ability

Practical knowledge to understand and follow detailed and complex instructions.

Work Environment

The characteristics of the work environment described are typical of those encountered during the performance of this job's essential functions.

Physical Demands

The physical demands include the ability to lift and carry supplies weighing up to 50 pounds or more. Reasonable accommodation will be provided for individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

Driver\'s License

Appointee will be required to possess a driver\'s license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle is necessary to perform essential duties of the position.

Law

In accordance with N.J.S.A. 52 : 14-7 (L. 2011, Chapter 70), the "New Jersey First Act," all persons newly hired by the Housing Authority of Camden County, within one year must establish, and then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey. Any person may request an exemption from that requirement from the Employee Review Committee in the Department of Labor & Workforce Development on the basis of either hardship or employer critical need.

Additional Information

The Housing Authority of the City Camden' is an equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual\'s sex, , , , , age, , , , veteran status, , or .

This job description is not an employment agreement, contract agreement, or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

I, have read the above job description for my position, I fully understand the contents, and I shall perform these duties to the best of my ability.

Employee Signature Date :

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