Information Technology Manager II New

Job Description

This Information Technology Manager II position will be responsible for planning, developing, executing, monitoring and ensuring the successful outcome of applications and IT systems within the Department of Commerce.

The position will be involved in overseeing the software development; consult with management and assist team members with information technology needs in designing software development and ensuring a stable and secure environment within the organization's infrastructure.

The incumbent will report to and receive guidance from the IT Director for the Department of Commerce. This position is a remote work position with the occasional trip into a home office for meetings, trainings or strategy sessions.

Location : This position may be available for partial remote work with at least 2 days in the office. The office is located at Heber Wells Building 160 E 300 S, Salt Lake City, UT.

Please note, a position's eligibility for telework is established by agency management and is subject to change at their discretion at any time and for any reason.

All remote work must be performed within Utah.

Why join our team?

We have great business partners who want to serve Utah citizens efficiently and effectively, while working within the guidance of their federal and state partners.

This is an opportunity to make a difference for Utah citizens while being a pivotal part of an exciting IT team. You will receive great health and retirement benefits, such as, generous paid time off so you can spend more time with your family and have a positive work life balance.

Click here to view a summary of all the benefits we offer.

What's in it for you?

You will receive great health and retirement benefits. In this position, you would enjoy the generous benefits package offered by the State of Utah.

We have an extremely competitive total compensation package that you can learn about HERE!

Health Insurance - Public Employee Health Program (PEHP) : 3 medical plan options. Choose a Traditional or High Deductible Health Plan.

There is an Opt-Out Cash Benefit option for those that have other medical insurance coverage)5 dental plan options (There is an Opt-Out Cash Benefit option for those that have other dental insurance coverage)4 vision plan options under EyeMed or OptiCare

Retirement - Utah Retirement Systems (URS) : Employees hired on or after than 7 / 1 / 2011 and have never been in the URS retirement system have two options for retirement in the Tier II System.

Employer contributions to your 401(k) are vested after four years.Employees who have any service credit with an employer covered by the Utah Retirement Systems prior to 7 / 1 / 2011 are in Tier I Public Employees System.

Tier 2 Hybrid Retirement System. Employer contributes an amount equal to 10% of your salary between both plans (pension and 401(k))Tier 2 Defined Contribution Plan.

Employer contributes an amount equal to 10% of your salary to a 401(k) plan only. Employees who have any service credit with an employer covered by the Utah Retirement Systems prior to 7 / 1 / 2011 are in Tier I Public Employees System.

Paid Time Off : Annual leave and sick leave are accrued at 4 hours per pay period each (4 hours annual, 4 hours sick).

Annual leave increases with years of service. There are also 12 paid holidays.

The Agency :

To learn more about The Division of Technology Services check us out Click here. The State's environment is a highly optimized blend of systems responsible for collecting, processing, and distributing millions of data elements every day.

Responsibilities

• Manage one or more agency wide program(s). Determine program goals and objectives and / or chair committees established to support the program.
• Plans and manages projects and / or programs. Writes (or discusses) project / program plan(s), recommendation(s) and / or finding(s).
• Act as a resource for management and staff; provide technical support within the Department of Commerce.
• Meet with vendors and manage the use of existing 3rd party products, evaluate usefulness and cost and make recommendations.
• Supervises subordinate personnel including : hiring, determining workload and delegating assignments, training, monitoring and evaluating performance, and initiating corrective or disciplinary actions.
• Design software solutions and implement approved software designs.
• Analyze workflow, establish priorities, develop standards and set deadlines.
• Anticipate the impact that new or modified software will have on existing standards and systems.

Qualifications

includes knowledge, skills, and abilities required upon entry into position and trainable after entry into position)

• Knowledge of IT systems and how they communicate
• Knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
• Understanding of agile development methodologies
• Ability to manage projects and prioritize tasks
• Ability to meet budgetary requirements
• Ability to Communicate with IT staff as well as project stakeholders and other business partners
• Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Monitoring / Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
• Managing one's own time and the time of others.
• Motivating, developing, and directing people to foster a positive working environment
• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.

Supplemental Information

• Employment contingent on passing a drug screening and a background check.
• Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc
• Work requires physical exertion. May require the ability to stand; walk over rough surfaces; bend, crouch, stoop, stretch, reach, lift moderately heavy items (up to 50 lbs.)
• DHRM rules apply for promotions and transfers.
13 hours ago