Technology Program Manager

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Are you passionate about driving technological innovation and public service? The Employee and Technology Services Department is looking for an IT program and project manager with experience in cyber security to be our next Technology Program Manager.

Come make a difference with us! In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing critical technology programs, strategic initiatives, and projects that drive our organization forward.

What will you do in this position?

• Coordinate City's cyber security efforts in cooperation with IT staff.
• Manage IT project portfolio and annual workplan.
• Ensure City of Bothell meets its technology goals by guiding the technology governance process.
• Lead and drive the implementation of a Technology and GIS strategic plan.
• Develop, implement, and train City employees on IT policies and procedures.

A successful candidate in this position will :

• Collaborate and quickly raise issues or concerns with others on the team.
• Be transparent in explaining reasoning or decision making.
• Effectively adapt to change even at the last minute. Must be able to reassess plans and change priorities to meet new goals.
• Be able to identify, analyze, and solve complex problems at a high level using critical and creative thinking skills.
• Show commitment to continuous improvement and reflect on how the team can be better. Encourage simplicity over complex or time-consuming processes.

Certification or training in Agile, Lean, or Six Sigma is a strong plus.

• Have experience planning, executing, monitoring, and controlling IT programs and projects.
• Be able to work with IT Managers and the Department Director on motivating staff, trusting them to make decisions, and providing support.

To read the full job description and review the minimum qualifications, click here .

We are committed to being a safe, equitable, and inclusive workplace and community.

The City of Bothell is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants.

Our employees are people with different strengths, experiences and backgrounds, who share a passion for improving people’s lives.

The City of Bothell recruits, hires, trains, promotes, compensates, and administers all personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.

We seek to recruit and hire talented and engaged job candidates from a widely diverse range of backgrounds. We celebrate the diversity in our workplace and community and believe it makes us stronger.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please send an email to hrhelpdesk@bothellwa.gov .

To learn more about the City of Bothell’s commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, visit the DEI at Bothell Webpage.

Why Bothell?

Bothell offers a career-enriching opportunity to apply your skills and experience in a way that has a positive effect on the community.

We encourage professional growth and for employees to think outside the box . We value work-life balance and provide paid vacation and sick leave benefits.

We offer ample time off including 11 paid holidays as well as 2 personal holidays. As an employee, you have access to a robust benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision for you and your family.

We also offer life and disability insurance, state pension and deferred compensation for retirement. Commute trip reduction, alternative work schedules, flexible work environment, and hybrid work options are available when appropriate.

The City of Bothell creates an environment that supports wellness practices which enhance the quality of life for City employees, and encourage and incentivize participation in an employee wellness program.

As a result, the City is a recipient of the Association of Washington Cities WellCity Award.