Project Leader, Information Technology
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Job Location:
New Haven, CT - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
11 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Introduction
The City of New Haven is seeking a highly skilled and motivated technology professional to serve as IT Project Leader. This position plays a critical role in overseeing major areas of Information Technology including systems development infrastructure application deployment and modernization initiatives. The IT Project Leader directs projects from concept through implementation and ongoing support ensuring that technology solutions are secure efficient and aligned with operational goals.
Working under the general supervision of a department or division manager this role leads technical teams coordinates project resources and serves as a key liaison between IT and City departments or Board of Education stakeholders. The ideal candidate is a strong project manager and collaborative leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment promotes innovation and cybersecurity best practices and is committed to delivering reliable high-quality technology services that support City operations and the community.
Working under the general supervision of a department or division manager this role leads technical teams coordinates project resources and serves as a key liaison between IT and City departments or Board of Education stakeholders. The ideal candidate is a strong project manager and collaborative leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment promotes innovation and cybersecurity best practices and is committed to delivering reliable high-quality technology services that support City operations and the community.
PRIMARY FUNCTIONS
The role requires strong leadership in planning organizing and managing teams of technical professionals. The incumbent directs projects from concept through implementation and ongoing support while promoting innovation security and efficiency in a rapidly changing technology environment. Work is performed under the general supervision of the department or division manager and is evaluated by meetings/conferences on results obtained.
TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Oversees data center and system operations including but not limited to Microsoft Windows Server and Office products Google Workspace products virtualization platforms (VMware) cloud services (AWS Azure) and cybersecurity safeguards.
- Leads and manages end-to-end IT projects including system design requirements analysis cost/time estimation implementation and evaluation.
- Serves as key contact with the user departments management or end-user and Information Technology upper management for projects.
- Coordinates project resources to ensure that staffing tools and technology are effectively aligned with project goals.
- Responsible within a specific project for the organization of staff preparing time and cost estimates conducting technical reviews of application analysis and design of both software and hardware systems.
- Ensures compliance with data governance security standards and regulatory requirements.
- Manages vendor relationships which may include contract administration performance monitoring and system integration.
- Responsible for mentoring and evaluating the performance of personnel; designs requirements of highly skilled professional staff.
- Employee is responsible for the quality and results obtained in functions which include systems analysis and design economic evaluations programming data conversion and implementation.
- Responsible for coordination and implementation of end-user application training.
- Specific to the position of Project Leader in the BOE: Responsible for student information system administration and support.
- Performs related work required.
EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with major course work in computer science or related area.
- Requires 3 to 5 years of progressively responsible experience in managing IT projects systems administration server management enterprise-level IT operations and/or LAN/WAN networks.
- In lieu of college degree 4 years of closely related experience may be substituted.
Preferred certifications:
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
- Microsoft Certified Azure Solutions Architect Expert
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional.
KNOWLEDGE EXPERIENCE SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Considerable knowledge of principles and practices of data system technology and IT project management.
- Considerable knowledge of management of personal computers servers and network hardware.
- Expertise in data center operations cloud platforms ERP systems and cybersecurity.
- Considerable knowledge of database and data warehouse technology modern and legacy reporting tools.
- Experience with cloud computing platforms (e.g. AWS Azure).
- Familiarity with software development methodologies DevOps practices and testing frameworks.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Proficiency in project management tools and software.
- Considerable ability to prepare instruction manuals project management tools and project status reports and presentations for diverse audiences.
- Ability to effectively write and implement standard operating procedures that improve operational efficiency.
- Experience in the supervision of data center employees and related projects.
- Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to delegate responsibilities and evaluate the performance of office personnel.
- Excellent communication skills both oral and written with the ability to work collaboratively with staff other City departments external partners and the general public.
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively and sensitively in a diverse community recognizing and respecting cultural differences and fostering an inclusive environment.
- Excellent analytical problem-solving and organizational skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines while managing competing priorities.
- Demonstrated experience handling sensitive/confidential records.
- Willingness to engage in regular technical training and the ability to remain current with emerging technologies.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Must have and maintain a valid drivers license. May be required to visit various City offices and locations.
- Must have availability for occasional on-call support including evenings weekends and holidays as required for critical issues.
- Assignment may require fingerprinting and an extensive background check to assess suitability for the role in accordance with the US DOJ and the FBIs Criminal Justice Information Services Security Policy.
SALARY BARGAINING UNIT & TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
This is a General Fund Civil Service tested position.
Pursuant to the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988 The City of New Haven has a adopted a Drug Free Workplace Policy. The City of New Haven requires a pre-employment drug test which includes screening for marijuana.
This position is included in a collective bargaining agreement withLocal 3144 American Federation of State County and Municipal Employees.
Bargaining agreements available to reviewHERE.
General Funded hires into this class shall not be covered by Social Security but rather the City pension contributing 10% of salary.
The City of New Haven does not sponsor employment visas. All applicants must have current authorization to work in the U.S. without employer-sponsored visa support.
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of: (1) a pre-employment background check (2) a pre-employment physical examination including pre-employment drug screening accordance with the Citys Drug Free Workplace Policy* and (3) a 90-day probationary period. Instructions and information on this pre-employment process are included in Conditional Offer of Employment.
Selection Plan
Applications will be reviewed by the Department of Human Resources. Applicants must demonstrate within their submission that they meet the minimum requirements as listed within the job description; failure to do so may result in disqualification.Applicants meeting minimum requirements may be invited to participate in a Civil Service exam process at a later date.
It is critical that you complete the application thoroughly as the information you provide will be used to ascertain if you are eligible to move forward in the selection process.Your application and resume should indicate that you meet the minimum requirements as listed.This information may be used to determine the eligibility list. As such this job announcement should be considered the exam announcement and submissions may be evaluated prior to the posted closing date.
Information regarding the employment and selection process can be foundHERE.
Please note that the only method of communication with applicants for this position will be by email. You must provide a valid working email address and you will need to monitor your email including spam/junk folders for correspondence from the New Haven Human Resources Department.
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Business Process
- Active Directory
- Customer Service
- Information Technology
- HIPAA
- Information Security
- Infrastructure
- Linux
- Project Management
- Nist
- Risk Assessments
- Procedures
- hardware
- Data Analysis
- Technical Support
