Sr Manager, Systems Admin

The information below covers the role requirements, expected candidate experience, and accompanying qualifications.

POSITION TITLE : Sr Manager, Systems Admin (Full-Time Regular) (Classified)

REQUISITION # : req7783

DEPARTMENT : Ut Process & Supervis Cntr Div

LOCATION : UTILITIES SERVICE CTR - BLDG C

BENEFIT CATEGORY : Classified (Non-CBU)

EMPLOYMENT TYPE : Full-Time Regular

ANNUAL SALARY RANGE : $101,442.00 - 169,069.00 (Salaries are paid biweekly)

ANNUAL ANTICIPATED HIRING RANGE : $117,000.00 - 144,000.00 (Salaries are paid biweekly)

SELECTION PROCESS : Application deadline is 3 : 00 p.m. MT on 9 / 25 / 2024 .

You will receive an email acknowledgment when you have successfully submitted an application. Your completed application will be forwarded to the hiring manager.

You will be notified if you are selected for further testing or interviews. Please keep your contact information up-to-date.

The status of your application will be updated in your applicant profile. Post-offer background check and motor vehicle report required .

Why Work For the City of Fort Collins?

• Medical, dental, vision (for self, spouse, domestic partner, children) eligible on the 1st of the month following date of hire
• Paid vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional one-time bank of 40 PTO hours for new, full-time, Classified and Unclassified Management hires
• Retirement + company contributions after 6 month probation period and immediate vesting
• Flexible spending : Medical expenses FSA, dependent FSA or both
• Employee Assistance Program : counseling, legal, financial assistance
• Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
• Wellness program, workout facilities
• Employee / family onsite health clinic
• Learning and development opportunities at all levels in the organization with opportunities for career mobility
• Collaborative work environment

Job Summary

The City of Fort Collins is seeking a Sr Systems Admin Manager to lead a team of 5 technical specialists responsible for SCADA, and PLC technology infrastructure.

This person will play a pivotal role in the operation and improvement of The City’s Water Utility software and hardware tools, and focus on the administration of systems, servers, and storage.

Responsibilities also include the management and monitoring of the group’s budget for capital project requests, new technology, etc.

The ability to work both independently and in a team are essential. The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of experience in system and server administration, people management, and extensive knowledge of SCADA systems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all inclusive.

• Leads, supervises and coordinates the activities of a skilled team engaged in the operation and maintenance of electrical, instrumentation, controls and SCADA systems for the Water, Wastewater, and Stormwater Utilities.
• Coordinates with operation directors to schedule work, respond to emergency needs and modify existing operational programs.

Directs and oversees all SCADA related electrical, instrumentation, controls, system programming and documentation, system architecture, hardware and software, network communications, system configuration and development in accordance with industry best practices and standards.

• Performs system back ups and recovery. Ensures security and operation of systems, servers and storage
• Oversees the development and maintenance of SCADA related data warehousing and analytics including regulatory reporting.
• Responsible for SCADA system capital planning, design, and operations.
• Responsible for operational data storage capital equipment and planning.
• Manages consultants who may assist with program integration and SCADA related master planning.
• Reviews and approves SCADA systems design and construction as part of collaborative maintenance, minor, and capital projects.

Integrates systems design and construction into current systems in alignment with adopted standards.

• Provides effective oversight of the development and modification of design drawings, material specifications, and control systems equipment installation and operational practices and procedures.
• Researches, recommends, and specifies process systems, control, instrumentation, and mechanical equipment for construction and maintenance activities.
• Manages cybersecurity-related risks for the Water, Wastewater, and Stormwater SCADA system in collaboration with the Chief Information Security Officer and in alignment with the City of Fort Collins cyber risk management program.
• Accepts feedback from Directors on the visibility of and needs for data from the SCADA system.
• Assists in the development, tracking and communication of key performance indicators (KPI’s) for the SCADA and operational technology environments and related operational data.
• Consults with and provides solutions to key customers such as treatment plants, information technology, and capital projects to define SCADA needs.
• Consults and collaborates with City staff and departments, project teams, engineering staff, consultants, and construction contractors on project design and implementation.
• Manages employee development and performance through mentoring, direct supervision, and exposure training and education
• Plans, assigns, coordinates, evaluates, and monitors the work activities of systems administrators, the software application analyst, SCADA PLC programmer and consultants.
• Evaluates and provides recommendations to the Senior Director of Water Operations on organizational structure, career pathing and certification requirements for the SCADA team.
• Provides input to department directors on safe practices and standards for electrical work associated with the SCADA and instrumentation systems.
• Develops and manages department budgets. Authorizes expenditures for capital, and operational purchases.
• Responsible for the preparation and administration of various procurement activities through collaboration with the purchasing department.
• Administers the preparation of reports, contract documents, plans, design and construction schedules and pertinent studies.
• Coordinates and manages after hours on call support as needed to meet customer needs in accordance with City policies.
• Develops and implements SCADA Master Plans and long-term vision for the group.

Management Responsibilities

City Competencies

• Demonstrated cultural competence to effectively interact, work, and develop meaningful relationships with people of diverse identities, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds.
• Strong learning orientation. Leverages all resources and is creative in ways of learning for self to continue adapting to changing issues and trends.
• A desire and ability to understand the diverse needs of internal and external customers, and to create experiences and deliver services that exceed their expectations.
• A desire and ability to utilize digital tools for organizational information, individual, and teamwork.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of SCADA, process control, electronics, electrical equipment, and programmable controllers.
• Knowledge of logic controller programming languages, including ladder, structured text, and functional block programming.
• Knowledge and experience with Industrial Control System security best practices.
• Knowledge of cost estimating, budgeting procedures, and the ability to anticipate project expenses.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws and standards and regulatory agency guidelines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, and ability to convey complex technical information in an understandable manner.
• Ability to interact effectively with City employees, contractors, and the general public.
• Ability to use engineering, database, presentation, budgeting, spreadsheet and word processing software.
• Ability to set strategic direction, develop and select methods, techniques, and criteria for obtaining results.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with City department staff, management, and outside agencies.
• Project management skills and experience.

Required Qualifications

MINIMUM

PREFERRED

College degree or equivalent work experience. Some positions may require functionally related certification or advanced degrees

Bachelor's degree in Computer science, computer information systems or related field from an accredited college or university

Experience Requirements

Minimum five years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task.

We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background.

The City may consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications.

If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.

Certifications / Licenses / Specialized Training

• Valid drivers license
• Information Technology Systems training preferred.
• Power BI skills preferred

The City of Fort Collins will make reasonable accommodations for access to City services, programs and activities and will make special communication arrangements for persons with disabilities.

Please call (970) 221-6535 for assistance.

Notice Regarding Medical and / or Recreational Marijuana Use

Because the possession and use of marijuana, whether for medical use or otherwise, constitutes a federal offense and because the City is a drug-free workplace, the City will not accommodate the medical use of marijuana and enforces written policy prohibiting working for the City while marijuana is in the body.

The fact that state law recognizes medical marijuana as a prescribed, or otherwise permitted, medication does not alter or otherwise change this policy.

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The City of Fort Collins is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered for positions for which they have applied without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, sexual orientation (including perceived sexual orientation), gender identity and expression, disability, age 40 years or older, pregnancy or related condition, genetic information, and in certain specific circumstances, marriage to a coworker or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

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