Leader, Systems and Data Assets

The City of Calgary

• $133K — $166K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Degree in Computer Science, Information Sciences, Data Science, Systems Engineering or related field with 8+ years in technology and data management
  • MBA is a plus
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) designation is a plus
  • Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to integrate strategic planning with operational execution.

Responsibilities

  • Lead enhancement and integration of key Fleet & Inventory business systems
  • Serve as primary liaison with IT for technology initiatives and vendor management
  • Oversee data governance and quality programs ensuring compliance
  • Drive strategic direction for data, analytics, and AI initiatives
  • Support technology projects by acting as the subject matter expert
  • Manage system support and continuous improvement for maintenance and inventory systems
  • Lead and develop a team of technical professionals and manage departmental operations.

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities
  • Flexible work environment
  • Supportive team culture
  • Inclusive workplace
  • Opportunities for leadership experience.
Full Job Description
As a Leader, Systems and Data Asset, you will be responsible for the strategic leadership, governance, and continuous improvement of Fleet & Inventory's information systems and data ecosystem. You will lead a team of technical specialists to optimize business systems, support data-driven decision-making, and align technology and data initiatives with operational and corporate priorities. Primary duties include:
  • Lead the administration, enhancement, and integration of Fleet & Inventory's key business systems, including a corporate telematics system deployed on over 3500 vehicles and equipment (CTOS), AssetWorks M5 (Maintenance Management System), CAM (Capital Asset Management), AFD (Automated Fluid Dispensing systems), Electronic Invoicing, and Ahearn.
  • Act as the primary liaison with IT, managing technology initiatives, hardware assets, vendors, contracts, and system performance improvements.
  • Lead Fleet & Inventory's data governance and quality programs, ensuring data accuracy, accessibility, reporting, and compliance with the Data Strategy.
  • Provide strategic direction on data, analytics, and AI initiatives to support operational planning, asset management, inventory optimization, and business decision-making.
  • Lead and support technology and data-related projects across Fleet & Inventory by serving as the business unit subject matter expert (SME).
  • Manage system support, issue resolution, enhancement requests, and continuous improvement initiatives for maintenance management and inventory systems.
  • Lead, coach, and develop a team of technical professionals while overseeing recruitment, performance management, succession planning, and employee engagement.
  • Manage budget, resource planning, and departmental operations while fostering a safe, inclusive, and high-performing work environment.
Qualifications
  • A degree in Computer Science, Information Sciences, Data Science, Systems Engineering or related and at least 8 years of experience overseeing complex technology, data, and information management related programs/teams.
  • A Master of Business Administration (MBA) is considered an asset
  • A Project Management Professional (PMP) designation is considered an asset.
  • Strong leadership, communication, business partnership, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to balance strategic planning with operational delivery.
Pre-employment Requirements
  • Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
Position and Pay Information
  • Business Unit: Fleet and Inventory
  • Union: Exempt
  • Position Type: 1 Temporary (up to 24 months)
  • Compensation: Level M2 $133,008 - 166,260 per annum
  • Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week.
  • Days of work: This position works a 5-day work week with 1 day off in a 3 week cycle.
  • Location: 651 25 Avenue SE
  • Audience: Internal/External
  • Apply By: October 15, 2026
  • Job ID: 315389

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