Software Manager

Salary : $156,932.28 - $194,970.72 Annually
Location : Beverly Hills Information Technology Department, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 26-4511-01
Department: Information Technology Dept
Opening Date: 11/06/2026
Closing Date: 11/27/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

Job Summary
The City of Beverly Hills is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of The incumbent of this position will plan, organize, direct, and coordinate the activities of the software division within the Information Technology Department. This role is responsible for coordinating division activities with other sections, divisions, or departments; and to provide highly complex staff assistance to the Chief Information Officer and Assistant Chief Information Officer.
The ideal candidate must blend hands-on technical expertise with strong managerial leadership. This role requires a working manager who can actively troubleshoot and execute technical tasks while effectively guiding the team, overseeing large-scale projects, and managing key relationships.

Core Requirements

• Dual-Track Leadership: Proven ability to operate in a managerial position while maintaining strong, hands-on technical skills. You must be comfortable diving into the technology alongside your team.
• Public Sector Expertise: Previous experience working within a government or municipal environment is highly preferred.
• Relationship & Project Mastery: Exceptional track record in vendor management, client management, and project management, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with stakeholder expectations.

Preferred Systems Experience

• Direct experience working with Tyler Technologies software suites.

Work Schedule

This position is anticipated to start in early January 2027 or sooner. The incumbent will be assigned a work schedule based on operational needs as determined by the Chief Information Officer. Potential schedules include a 5/40 or 9/80 onsite schedule with reasonable flexibility.

Job Description
Software Manager

Salary and Benefits
$156,932.28 - $194,970.72 Annually

This position is represented by the Management and Professional Employees Association and is covered by the negotiated terms and conditions of that Association's Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), a copy of which is located at .

Minimum Qualifications

Experience and Education
Any combination of experience and education that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:
Experience:
Five years of increasingly responsible experience in information technology related to software systems; including two years providing technical and functional supervision over assigned staff.
Education:
Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in computer science, information technology or a related field.

Selection Process

• Candidates must meet the minimum qualifications as outlined in the job bulletin at the time of submission unless specified otherwise.
• When an application is being reviewed, only information included in the Education, Work Experience, Certificates and Licenses, and Skills sections of the application will be considered to determine whether an applicant meets the minimum qualifications.
• Résumés and cover letters are not reviewed or considered when screening for minimum qualifications.
• Résumés and cover letters are not accepted in lieu of a complete job application.
• Required supplemental attachments (i.e. diplomas, degrees, certifications or transcripts, etc.) must be included as part of the original application and may not be emailed separately unless explicitly stated otherwise or approved to be submitted separately.
• Applications must have clear, concise, and complete information regarding their qualifications for the position, including detailed responses to all supplemental questions, if applicable.
• Incomplete applications will not be considered or reviewed.
• If you have problems creating a user account or submitting your online application, please review the online applicant guide or contact NEOGOV applicant support directly at 855.524.5627 (Please note: Applicant Support hours are Monday through Friday, 8am - 5pm Pacific Time and, depending on call volume, may be an automated voicemail system or live support).
• The utilization of Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) during any step in the selection process will be grounds for disqualification

The selection process may include any combination of the following:

• Review of Required Supplemental Questionnaire
• Oral Examination/Interview

Proof of Education

If educational units, a degree, transcripts, or certificate is required, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your Government Jobs account at the time of application and before the closing date unless specified otherwise by Human Resources. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted. If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE).
Note: Falsifying one's education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification or disciplinary action, up to and including termination.
Conviction History

As a finalist for a job, you will be contacted to schedule a fingerprinting appointment, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction (or arrest, in limited circumstances) conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you are a finalist. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with the City.
The City of Beverly Hills will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if the City of Beverly Hills is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act/.
Major Duties

For a complete list of examples of essential duties, please visit the Software Manager Job Description
The City offers a generous benefits package including CalPERS retirement benefits, medical, dental, vision and more.

To see detailed information about our Management and Professional benefits, please review the
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The following Supplemental Questionnaire is part of the examination for this position and will be used in determining your qualifications. In order to receive every consideration in the selection process, you must complete all questions with concise but detailed answers and provide all requested information. The experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of your Employment Application. Failure to complete the "Work History/Experience" section of the employment application may result in your application not being considered. The hiring department may review each answer to evaluate your qualifications. Responses such as "See Resume" or "See Application" will result in your application not being considered.
By continuing in the recruitment process, you are certifying that all information provided in the Supplemental Questionnaire is true to the best of your knowledge. If you are selected to continue in the recruitment process, your qualifications may be evaluated through employment verification, reference checks, and written, skill assessment, and oral examinations.
Select "Yes" to reflect that you have read and understand this statement.

• Yes
• No

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ALL FUTURE CORRESPONDENCE WILL BE CONDUCTED VIA EMAIL, so please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is accurate, current, secure, and readily accessible to you. Please be sure to include correspondence from @beverlyhills.org as an approved sender so that messages are not accidentally place into your spam/junk e-mail folder. Ultimately, it is your responsibility to check your email regularly and on a timely basis. Select "Yes" to reflect that you acknowledge that you read, understand, and agree with this statement.

• Yes
• No

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What is your highest level of education completed?

• High School Diploma or GED
• Some College Coursework
• Associate Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Juris Doctor (JD)
• Doctorate (PhD)
• Not Applicable

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If you have completed a Bachelors degree (or higher), please indicate the major/discipline on your diploma, and the name of the college or university you graduated from. If you do not have a Bachelor's degree, please type "N/A" in the provided box.
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How many years of increasingly responsible experience do you have in information technology related to software systems?

• I do not possess any experience in this area
• Less than 1 year of experience
• At least 1 year but less than 2 years of experience
• At least 2 years but less than 3 years of experience
• At least 3 years but less than 4 years of experience
• At least 4 years but less than 5 years of experience
• At least 5 years but less than 6 years of experience
• At least 6 years but less than 7 years of experience
• At least 7 years but less than 8 years of experience
• At least 8 or more years of experience.

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In detail, please describe your experience in information technology related to software systems? If you do not have any experience in this field, please type "N/A" in the provided text box.
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How many years of experience do you have supervising and leading personnel in software and IT operations?

• I do not possess any experience in this area
• Less than 1 year of experience
• At least 1 year, but less than 2 years of experience
• At least 2 years, but less than 3 years of experience
• At least 3 years, but less than 4 years of experience
• At least 4 years, but less than 5 years of experience
• At least 5 years, but less than 6 years of experience
• At least 6 years, but less than 7 years of experience
• At least 7 years, but less than 8 years of experience
• At least 8 or more years of experience

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