Salary : $15,997.00 - $19,448.00 Monthly
Location : District Office, 7051 Dublin Blvd, Dublin, CA
Job Type: Regular
Job Number: 26-00032
Department: Administrative Services
Division: Information Technology
Opening Date: 11/05/2026
Closing Date: 11/20/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
PositionThe Dublin San Ramon Service District is currently recruiting to fill one regular, full-time
Information Technology (IT) Manager to oversee the Information Technology Services division. The IT Manager is responsible for leading the District's information technology operations, systems, and infrastructure, while ensuring effective technology services, regulatory compliance, and alignment with District goals. Primary responsibilities of the IT Manager include:
- Leading and managing the District's Information Technology Services division, including IT operations, infrastructure, applications, databases, cybersecurity, and enterprise technology systems.
- Managing the development, implementation, and annual updates of the District's IT Master Plan, ensuring technology initiatives align with organizational priorities and long-term strategic goals
- Overseeing technology projects and resources, including budgeting, vendor management, system implementations, and capital technology investments
- Guiding the District's strategic use of technology by identifying solutions, aligning technology investments with District objectives, and providing technology consultation to senior management while fostering cross-functional collaboration and consensus on technology standards and priorities.
Participation in the District's Telework Programmay be made available for this position after three (3) months of employment (for employees newly hired to the District). If telework is offered and/or made available for this position, it will be for no more than two (2) days per week (Monday and/or Friday only) and would apply to a new hire or promotional candidate, in accordance with the terms and conditions of the District's Telework Program.
IDEAL CANDIDATEThe ideal candidate for the IT Manager will have demonstrated the following:
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively engage stakeholders
- Experience leading organizational change and supporting the successful adoption of new technologies, systems, and business processes.
- Project management experience overseeing complex technology initiatives, including planning, implementation, and stakeholder coordination.
- Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, including implementation, integration, support, and optimization
- Experience analyzing and improving business processes to increase operational efficiency, effectiveness, and service delivery.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED and EXERCISEDReceives general direction from the Assistant General Manager. Exercises direction over professional staff, and direct and general supervision over technical staff.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICSThis is a mid-management level classification responsible for planning, organizing, reviewing, and evaluating information technology services. Responsibilities include developing and implementing policies and procedures for assigned programs, budget administration and reporting, and program evaluation. Incumbents serve as a professional-level resource for organizational, managerial, and operational analyses and studies, and are accountable for accomplishing divisional planning and operational goals and objectives, and for furthering District goals and objectives. Performance of the work requires the use of considerable independence, initiative, and discretion within established guidelines.
Essential Functions For information on the essential functions and duties of the position, please view the
Training and Experience The minimum qualifications described on class specifications represent the typical way to obtain the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential duties of the job. Any combination of education, licensing, and/or experience which has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the job satisfactorily may qualify the candidates to be considered for open positions in the class specification.
Education: Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in information technology, computer science, management information systems or a related field.
Experience: Five (5) years of responsible professional experience in information management systems, telecommunication systems, systems analysis/design, project management and programming, including two (2) years of supervisory experience.
Other Recruitment StandardsCERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONSPossession of a Class C Driver's License required by the State of California, Department of Motor Vehicles, to perform the duties of the position. Continued maintenance of said driver's license in compliance with established District vehicle operation standards, and the ability to be insured for the operation of a vehicle/District vehicle in accordance with the terms and conditions of the District's insurance program are conditions of continuing employment. The CSRMA driving standards are included herein by reference.
DISASTER SERVICE WORKERAll Dublin San Ramon Services District employees are, by State and Federal law, Disaster Service Workers. The roles and responsibilities for Disaster Service Workers are authorized by the California Emergency Services Act and are defined in the California Labor Code. In the event of a declaration of emergency, any employee of the District may be assigned to perform activities which promote the protection of public health and safety or the preservation of lives and property. Such assignments may require service at locations, times, and under conditions that are significantly different than the normal work assignments and may continue into the recovery phase of the emergency. If a "Local Emergency" is declared during the employee's shift, employees will be expected to remain at work to respond to the emergency needs of the community. If a "Local Emergency" is declared outside of the employee's shift, employees must make every effort to contact their direct supervisor or department head to obtain reporting instructions as Disaster Service Workers.
SELECTION PROCEDUREThe selection process may consist of an evaluation of the applicant's qualifications, supplemental questionnaire, appraisal board interview, written examination, practical exercise and/or internal Department interviews, reference check, and a review of prior performance evaluations. Upon completion of the selection process, an offer of employment may be conditionally based upon the successful completion of a criminal background check, credit check, and pre-employment medical exam.
RECRUITMENT TIMELINEApplication Deadline: Friday, November 20, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.
Appraisal Board Interview (virtual): Thursday, December 3, 2026
Hiring Interview (in-person): Tuesday, December 15, 2026
All dates are tentative and subject to change.APPLICATION PROCEDURETo apply, complete a District online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by the final filing date of Friday, November 20, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.
A resume and cover letter will not be accepted in lieu of the District application form and supplemental questionnaire responses.Click here for:The benefits in the above summary for the Mid-Management Employees' Bargaining Unit (MEBU) are based on the MOU between MEBU and the District through December 16, 2029. For more information, please visit the District's website at Per the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2012 (PEPRA), "classic members" currently employed in reciprocal public agencies are enrolled in a 2.7% at 55 CalPERS pension plan with a 8% employee contribution; "new members," either employees new to the public sector or whose date of separation from service was more than 6 months before the start date with the District, are enrolled in a 2% at 62 CalPERS pension plan with a required contribution of 50% of the "normal cost" which is 7.75% for fiscal year 2027.01
Please be sure to answer the supplemental questions thoroughly and accurately. Applicants are responsible for clearly, completely, and accurately identifying their qualifications. Your responses to the questions must be supported by both the work experience listed on your application as well as your resume. The rating of the supplemental questions may determine your application status and/or rank on the eligible list. Responses should be sufficiently detailed to assist in evaluating your qualifications for this position. Writing 'see resume' or 'N/A' is not a sufficient response (unless indicated).
- I have read and understand the statement above concerning submission of supplemental questionnaire responses.
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Participation in the District's telework program may be made available for this position after three (3) months of employment (for employees newly hired to the District). If telework is offered and/or made available for this position, it will be for no more than two (2) days per week (Monday and/or Friday only) and would apply to a new hire or promotional candidate, and in accordance with the terms and conditions of the District's Telework Program.Do you understand and agree that, if selected for this position, you will only be eligible to participate in the District's telework program as outlined above?
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What is your highest level of education completed?
- High School Diploma or less
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree or Higher
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How many years of responsible professional experience in information management systems, telecommunication systems, systems analysis/design, project management and programming do you possess?
- Less than five (5) years
- At least five (5) years but less than seven (7) years
- Seven (7) or more years
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How many years of supervisory experience do you possess?
- Less than two (2) years
- Two (2) or more years
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Describe your experience leading significant technology implementations and/or business process improvement initiatives. Please describe the project scope, timeline, stakeholder involvement, your approach to managing organizational change, and the outcomes achieved.
Required Question