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Information Systems Manager
Pay Grade18
Salary
$7,677.48 Monthly
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK
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Hiring Agency
Justice & Public Safety Cabinet | Department of Public Advocacy
Location
5 Mill Creek Park
Frankfort, KY 40601 USA
Description
The Kentucky Department of Public Advocacy (DPA) is seeking a motivated and forward-thinking InformationSystems Manager to lead our Information Technology Branch in Frankfort.
The Information Systems Manager provides overall leadership and management of the agency's InformationTechnology Branch, overseeing personnel, technology initiatives, and the delivery of essential IT services.This position works closely with agency leadership and IT staff to plan, develop, implement, and maintaintechnology solutions that support DPA's employees, mission and operational needs.
The ideal candidate will have demonstrated leadership abilities, strong organizational and communicationskills, and the ability to balance multiple priorities while ensuring projects are completed efficiently andeffectively. This individual should be comfortable supervising staff, managing resources, evaluatingtechnology solutions, and collaborating with vendors and stakeholders. We are looking for someone who embracesinnovation, encourages professional growth, and is committed to identifying opportunities to improve processesand strengthen the agency's technology infrastructure.
Please be advised that although medical cannabis has been legalized in the Commonwealth of Kentucky, due toother applicable state or federal laws, employees in this position are prohibited from using medical cannabis.
If you need additional information about this prohibition, you may contact the agency point of contact foradditional information.
At Kentucky DPA, technology plays an essential role in supporting our attorneys and staff as they providelegal representation to individuals across the Commonwealth. The Information Systems Manager will have theopportunity to make a lasting impact by ensuring our employees have the technology, resources, and supportnecessary to carry out this important mission.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Provides overall management and direction of the Information Technology Branch in the execution ofagency technology initiatives.
- Oversees first-line supervisors and personnel engaged in data processing services, ensuring compliancewith established standards, procedures, and deadlines.
- Promotes innovation and continuous improvement by encouraging creativity, exploring emergingtechnologies, optimizing workflows, and implementing process enhancements to increase efficiency.
- Participates in the planning, design, development, and implementation of computer systems, ensuringprojects align with available technical, fiscal, and staffing resources.
- Assigns projects, monitors progress and ensures timely and effective completion of initiatives.
- Conducts cost analyses and prepares financial reports to promote the efficient and effective use of ITresources.
- Approves employee time and attendance and conducts performance evaluations for assigned staff.
- Serves as a liaison with technology vendors, monitors compliance with service contracts, andparticipates in the evaluation and recommendation of hardware and software acquisitions.
- Actively participates in strategic IT planning to ensure technology initiatives align withorganizational goals and applicable compliance requirements.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION:Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree OR a graduate of a college or university with an associate's degree in IT or related field OR certification in an IT related field.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:Five years of professional experience in computer programming, systems analysis, systems support, or computer operating systems.
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:A master's degree in computer science will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:Two years of additional experience in computer programming, systems analysis, computer operations, business or public administration, statistics, research, or a related field will substitute for the education requirement.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):NONE
Working Conditions
Incumbents working in this job title typically perform duties in an office setting.
Probationary Period
This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Brad Holajter at brad.holajter@ky.gov or 502-564-0855.
