Salary: $91,745.00 - $126,270.00 Annually
Location : Minneapolis Public Service Building, 505 4th Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number:Department: Information Technology
Division: Architecture
Opening Date: 10/13/2026
Closing Date: 10/27/2026 11:59 PM Central
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: CPE
Position Description Guide and manage new and existing information technology products and software through the information technology life cycle.
Work Location: This position may be eligible for flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work with some days working remotely and some days working in the office.
The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas.
Job Duties and Responsibilities• Assist the Business Information Services Department and other City Departments in guiding and managing new and existing information technology products and software through the information technology life cycle.
• Lead efforts in evaluating and selecting new information technology services.
• Act as a validation point for information technology solutions that are part of enterprise projects.
• Make recommendations on changes to improve the reliability of test methods to strengthen the reliability of software/infrastructure solutions
• Act as a technical lead on multiple projects potentially including both BIS and outside staff and other City Department staff for enterprise applications and enterprise systems using Windows, Unix, Oracle and SQL.
• Act as the go to person for all information technology solutions that are a part of any enterprise project.
• Develop and deliver high performance designs that meet business needs within budget and scheduling configurations.
• Provide technical expertise to on various subjects for the 'Project Managers' on PeopleSoft, Microsoft and other software and databases.
• Act as mentor to staff, schedule and assign tasks and answer questions.
Working Conditions: Office setting
Required QualificationsMinimum Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or equivalent
Minimum Experience: Six years of datacenter experience working on large server system (50 plus), involving networking, routing and Windows Servers
Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position MAY be considered.
A resume is required. You must attach an updated resume to your application.Selection ProcessThe selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps: a rating of relevant education and experience 100%. It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score 70% on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process.
Union RepresentationThis position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis and the Minneapolis Professional Employees Association (CPE). For more information on the terms and conditions of this agreement please visit:
Eligible List StatementThe names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire two months after it has been established.
Interview SelectionThe hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate's education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities• Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) highly desirable.
• Considerable experience working on information technology infrastructure design,
including experience in quality assurance, and test methodology.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong teamwork and project leadership skills.
• Ability to learn quickly and grasp large volumes of new information readily.
• Ability to deliver high performance designs that meet business needs within budgets and timelines.
Benefits SummaryOur employees enjoy competitive salaries and generous benefits. We pride ourselves on a comprehensive benefits program that supports employees' health and financial well-being. Programs, resources, and benefit eligibility varies based on position, average hours worked, location and length of service. For detailed benefits information, please visit the
InsuranceHealth insuranceEligibility for benefits begins the first of the month following employment date. The City of Minneapolis offers eligible employees with a choice of six provider networks, allowing you to select the best option for you. Available plans include Medica Choice Passport, Medica Elect, VantagePlus with Medica, Park Nicollet and HealthPartners Medical Group First with Medica, Ridgeview Community Network powered by Medica, and Clear Value with Medica.
Dental insuranceThe City of Minneapolis offers dental insurance through Delta Dental of Minnesota and pays 100% of the monthly premium for eligible employees.
Life insuranceThe city provides basic life insurance of one times your annual salary up to $50,000. You can elect to purchase optional life insurance.
Paid time offOur generous leave package includes vacation, holidays and paid sick leave, which gives employees the opportunity to enhance their quality of life outside work. Amounts and accrual rates are based on years of experience and
Paid parental leaveCity employees are eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in the event of a birth or placement for adoption of a child.
RetirementCity employees earn a pension and may choose to participate in additional retirement savings programs.
- Pension: The City of Minneapolis participates in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). Employees and the City both contribute a percentage of your pay to fund future benefits.
- Deferred compensation: Employees may choose to participate in pre-tax or after-tax savings plans through the Minnesota State Retirement System (MSRS).
TransportationEligible City employees may choose to participate in the following transportation programs:
- Metropass: The program allows eligible employees to enroll in a pass for unlimited bus or light rail rides at a discounted price.
- Parking or Van Pool: The City of Minneapolis gives you options to pay certain commuting costs, such as qualified parking and van pool expenses, with pre-tax dollars.
Learning and developmentTo engage and develop employees, the City of Minneapolis offers classes in leadership, cultural agility, change management and more. Additionally, educational discounts at Augsburg University, Hamline University, St. Catherine's, and St. Mary's University of Minnesota are available to City employees.
Other perksEmployees can also take advantage of flexible spending accounts, the , health club discounts and more.
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How did you find out about this position? (Select all that apply)
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- City of Minneapolis employee
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Please specify where you heard about the position (e.g., website name, City of Minneapolis employee name, job fair, professional association).
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What is your highest level of education completed in Computer Science or a related field?
- High School Diploma/GED
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctorate Degree
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How many years of experience working on large server system (50 plus), involving networking, routing and Windows Servers?
- No Experience
- Less than 2
- 2 years but less than 4
- 4 years but less than 6
- 6 years but less than 8
- 8 years but less than 10
- 10 or more years
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Which of the following Microsoft Online Services have you worked with for 4+ years? (Check all that apply)
- Azure
- Exchange Online
- Microsoft Entra (formerly Azure AD)
- None of the above
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How would you describe your experience with Microsoft PowerShell scripting in a mid to large server environment?
- No experience
- Basic scripting (e.g., simple automation tasks)
- Intermediate (e.g., managing services, logs, and deployments)
- Advanced (e.g., enterprise-level scripting, automation frameworks)
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Do you have experience working with Windows Server products in a virtualized environment?
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- Extensive Experience
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Which System Center suite products have you used in a professional environment? (Check all that apply)
- System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM)
- System Center Operations Manager (SCOM)
- System Center Virtual Machine Manager (SCVMM)
- Other System Center products
- None of the above
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Have you served as a technical lead on projects involving enterprise-level applications or systems?
- No experience
- Occasionally supported lead engineers
- Served as lead on small to mid-size projects
- Frequently served as lead on large, enterprise-level projects
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How would you rate your ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences (e.g., end users, department stakeholders)?
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