Application Systems Manager
Application Systems Manager
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Job Description
Position Description
Application Systems Manager leads the development and operational support of major computer applications. The duties are to oversee staff assist with training of new users provide application and software enhancement control the release process for applications and offer ongoing support for internal departments and external users. The Applications Systems Manager collaborates with other teams and vendors to implement changes updates and troubleshoot issues to find solutions. Ensures adherence to regulatory policies and procedures within the industry. The Applications Systems Manager also prepares analysis and reports on active systems. This position will support the Portfolio Management Office (PMO) at the Engineering Department and report to the Director of PMO & Contracts.
- Manage ebuilder and Tririga staff/systems.
- Ensures strategies processes and plans are in place for the capacity planning of applications Define manage maintain and implement improved processes.
- Function as ebuilder Data Owner and monitor and eliminate any data inconsistency.
- Work with Business Analytics and Data Science for more analytical data to identify areas for improvement and make suggestions for streamlining processes.
- Work with the ebuilder Process Owners to prioritize requested process changes to remove bottlenecks for efficiency.
- Engage and support PMO Project initiation group managers regarding SOPs needed from the systems perspective.
- Build Portfolio level dashboards for leadership based on ebuilder and Tririga data using Power BI
- Performs other duties as assigned. Leads the Reporting & Application Systems Team in achieving program goals and objectives through mentoring resource management facilitating project solutions and promoting team cohesion by encouraging a positive working team atmosphere.
- Promote project initiation controls tracking and enhanced reporting.
- Work closely with management to monitor and adjust internal processes that further promotes efficient project . This includes assisting with the development of written documents and processes for use by PMO staff support staff and outside team members to ensure project initiation consistency.
- Conduct the full range of supervisory duties for team (but not limited to): workplace safety training and development performance management staffing policies and procedures setting priorities as specified by leadership and balancing workloads.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity EmployerRequirements
Education:
- Bachelors degree in management information systems Computer Science Technical Information Systems Information Technology Business/Administration or a similar field.
Experience:
- A minimum of 8 years of professional experience Information Systems and project management
- Experience in development and management of enterprise applications
- Experience with deploying new application systems.
knowledge & Skills:
- Experience with software integration such as PeopleSoft
- Experience developing and implementing construction management software such as Unifier.
- Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills and the ability to deal tactfully with a diverse group of people in a professional manner in a complex organization.
- Ability to exercise flexibility in accommodating shifting priorities demands and schedules.
- Knowledge of advanced systems methods analysis principles and practices
- Knowledge of modelling principles and tools
- Experience preparing workflow mapping and analysis.
- Experience designing leading and facilitating training.
NOTE:Qualifying education experience knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentationbutONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. See Resumewill not be accepted for qualifications.
Preferences
Education:
- Masters degree in management information systems Computer Science Technical Information Systems Information Technology Business/Administration or a similar field.
Experience:
- A minimum of 10 years of professional experience Information Technology and project management
- Experience in eBuilder Tririga Snowflake QuickBase PowerBI & SQL is a plus.
- Experience as a Software as a Service (SaaS) administrator
- General understanding of engineering and construction terminology
- Experience with Power BI reporting and other reporting tools is a plus.
- Prior experience with writing and analyzing business and system requirement documents that convey complex business analysis and technology solutions.
- Experience in forecasting financial and project analysis combined with an understanding of key performance indicators Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
- Ability to exercise flexibility in accommodating shifting priorities demands and schedules.
- Working knowledge of Harris County government and procedures
General Information
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
FullTime Regular 40 hours per week.
Hybrid schedule: Three days in the office and two days working from home.
Subject to early mornings late evenings weekends and holidays at times depending upon the project or workload.
Salary:
Commensurate with experience based on 26 pay periods.
Physical Demands and Environmental Exposure:
Most assignments will be performed in an office meeting or operations command center environment but some field work may be required. May be required to work extended work hours during activation of disaster recovery operations for an unspecified length of time (varies based on the extent of the event).
This position requires bending stooping and lifting up to 25 lbs. frequent walking standing sitting reaching and ascending/descending stairs.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
FEATURED BENEFITS:
Medical vision and dental insurance.
Wellness.
Professional development opportunity.
Flexible spending account.
457 deferred compensation plans.
Retirement pension (TCDRS).
Transportation assistance (Metro Ride Sponsor Program).
Disability and life insurance.
Harris County is a Qualified Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
