Information Technology Director

Information Technology Director

Reports to:   It Director

Department:   Information Technology

Status:  Regular, Full-time

Schedule:   Regular, Full-time – On Call Hours

Job Summary:

The Director of Information Technology will manage and direct the city of Selma ‘s information technology (IT) operations, ensuring the department provides efficient and effective technical support service.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

  • Hires and trains IT staff.
  • Schedules, organizes, and assigns projects to members of the IT team.
  • Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.

Handles discipline and termination of employees as needed and in accordance with company

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Leads development and implementation processes for the organizations IT systems and department.
  • Develops and implements business continuity protocols to minimize disruption to business operations in the event of emergency situations or data loss.
  • Establishes efficiency and efficacy standards, providing recommendations for improvement of IT infrastructure.
  • Analyzes IT infrastructure and systems performance to assess operating costs, productivity levels, upgrade requirements, and other metrics and needs.
  • Oversees security of systems, networks, and enterprise information.
  • Facilitates IT security audits or investigations.
  • Develops and maintains relationships with external IT vendors and service providers.
  • Coordinates multisite IT systems via enterprise resource planning (ERP).
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proficient in latest technology for IT systems and management.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent analytical and management skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Through understanding of IT and practical applications to support the City of Selma goals.
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Credentials and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science required; master’s degree or MBA.

At least five to ten years of work experience managing an IT department preferred.

**  The City of Selma is an Equal Opportunity Employer **

Applications for positions are available at:

Selma City Hall
Personnel Office
222 Broad Street
Selma, AL 36701

Please contact the Personnel Department at (334) 876-1219 with any questions.

Email your resume to lrutledge@selma-al.gov.

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