HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity Council - 2017-06 0001RESOLUTION NO. 2017-06
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
AMENDING THE CITY'S CLASSIFICATION PLAN BY AMENDING THE TITLES OF
INFORMATION SYSTEMS COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER TO INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY MANAGER — INFRASTRUCTURE; BUSINESS SYSTEMS MANAGER
TO INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER — SYSTEMS;
INFORMATION SYSTEMS COMPUTER OPERATIONS MANAGER TO
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER - OPERATIONS
WHEREAS, the City Council of Huntington Beach wishes to amend the City's
Classification Plan; and
The provisions of Personnel Rule 12-4 have been complied with, in that the changes to
the City Classification Plan were considered by the Personnel Commission during a public
hearing held on December 21, 2016. The Commission voted to recommend to the City Council
that the City's Classification Plan be amended to change the titles of Information Systems
Communications Manager to Information Technology Manager — Infrastructure; Business
Systems Manager to Information Technology Manager — Systems; Information Systems
Computer Operations Manager to Information Technology Manager — Operations
NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach does hereby
resolve that the Classification Plan be amended as follows:
1) Amend the title of Information Systems Communications Manager to Information
Technology Manager — Infrastructure, as set forth in Exhibit A which is attached hereto
and incorporated by this reference.
2) Amend the title of Business Systems Manager to Information Technology Manager —
Systems, as set forth in Exhibit B which is attached hereto and incorporated by this
reference.
3) Amend the title of Information Systems Computer Operations Manager to Information
Technology Manager — Operations, as set forth in Exhibit C which is attached hereto and
incorporated by this reference.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the city of Huntington Beach at a
regular meeting thereof held on the 17th day of January, 17. lb
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Mayor
REVIEW APPROVED: APPROVED FORM:
Fred A ilso , City Manager M' ael Gates ity Attorney fw✓
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of Human Resources
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CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
CLASS SPECIFICATION
TITLE: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER -- INFRASTRUCTURE
II PERSONEL
APPROVAL: ISSION APPROVAL: DANUARY ECEMBE17, 20121, 016 II
JOB CODE:
EMPLOYMENT STATUS:
UNIT REPRESENTATION:
FLSA STATUS:
JOB SUMMARY
0489
REGULAR FULL-TIME
MEO
EXEMPT
Under administrative direction, responsible for planning, organizing, directing, staffing, and
controlling technology functions and/or operations of multiple work units within the Information
Services Department.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Reports to: Chief Information Officer
Supervises: Professional and technical staff
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Differs from Chief Information Officer in that the Information Technology Manager — Infrastructure
manages enterprise information technology network, infrastructure, data, and voice division while
the Chief Information Officer is responsible for the overall management and coordination of the
Information Services Department and the short and long-term strategic planning for technology
functions for the City.
Differs from Senior Information Technology Analyst in that the Information Technology Manager —
Infrastructure exercises full supervisory and managerial authority over assigned operational
functions within the department while the Senior Information Technology Analyst performs complex
systems analysis and exercises lead responsibility for a limited work group or project.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
• Manages the analysis, evaluation, design, and implementation of the infrastructure architecture.
• Designs, develops, and implements complex physical and logical networks.
• Develops and implements security guidelines, policies, and solutions
• Designs and implements enterprise storage and processing solutions
• Responsible for broadband and connectivity citywide
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CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
CLASS SPECIFICATION
TITLE: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER -- INFRASTRUCTURE
• Works closely with telecommunication vendors and internet service providers to develop and
implement network connectivity solutions.
• Develops strategic plans, objectives and priorities for assigned work unit(s)/operational area(s);
plans, develops and implements programs that utilize human and financial resources to achieve
results
• Manages the work of staff; determines organizational structure, staffing needs, and work
strategies; supervises the work of professional, technical and/or other employees directly or
through subordinate supervisors; to ensure adequate resources to perform their duties; ensures
that assigned operations and activities comply with organization goals and objectives.
• Works with executive management on City-wide initiatives and prepares technical and non-
technical data and information for presentation to stakeholders including the Executive Team,
City Council, county -wide agency leaders and other officials regarding technology initiatives,
strategies, policies and procedures.
• Formulates and develops plans, policies and project programs to meet short and long-term
needs of the City
• Reviews and evaluates feasibility of major projects and initiatives; works with managers and
technical staff to plan for implementation of new systems; participates in the study of new
technology to determine its utility, consistency with technology standards, relevance for meeting
City business and operational requirements and expected return on investment
• Directs and coordinates the planning, development, implementation and administration of a
variety of projects, including cross -department and City-wide projects; coordinates project
activities with other programs, departments and outside agencies; may serve as the initial
project advisor or manager for major projects City wide
• Develops and administers annual budget; approves and tracks expenditures; reviews, approves
and researches costs for new hardware, software and other items; reviews, approves and
prepares cost/benefit analyses, reports and recommendations
• Manages the development of operational and/or functional standards, practices, policies and
procedures; participates in the development and implementation of strategic department goals,
policies and priorities
• Manages the information technology infrastructure, architecture, systems, networks, software
and resources for the assigned work unit/operational area, using various technology tools that
may involve or cross multiple platforms.
• Designs, directs and oversees work unit quality assurance activities.
• Meets and consults with customers and vendors regarding service delivery needs; oversees
and participates in the design, development, delivery and/or implementation of IT products to
meet those needs.
• Assumes responsibility for procurement of services and goods required; develops specifications
for requests for proposal pertaining to external services; reviews submissions and provides
recommendations on vendor selection.
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TITLE: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER -- INFRASTRUCTURE
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• Directs the management of projects to enhance and/or upgrade technology services and
utilization.
• Manages projects that vary in size and scope, and require varying levels of staff and resource
support. Prepares reports, correspondence and other documents; participates on committees
and task forces; attends meetings, conferences and training sessions.
• Attends leadership, management, supervisory and information technology training to stay
abreast of industry best practices
• Develops processes to ensure business continuity in the event of a disaster
• Assumes duties of Chief Information Officer when assigned
• Reports to work as scheduled; works a variety of schedules including evenings, weekends, and
holidays as required
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
The preceding duties have been provided as examples of the essential types of work performed by
positions within this job classification. The City, at its discretion, may add, modify, change or
rescind work assignments as needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Any combination of education, training, and experience that would likely provide the knowledge,
skills, and abilities to successfully perform in the position is qualifying. A typical combination
includes:
Knowledge of:
Theories, principles, and practices of local and wide area networks (LAN/WAN),
physical/logical networks, Wi-Fi networks, and mobile broadband
Data security, next -generation firewalls, cryptography, and security information and event
management (SIEM)
Storage area network (SAN) and Fiber Channel (FC) networks
Voice over IP (VoIP) phone systems
E-mail and communication systems
Data center systems including servers, uninterruptable power supplies, backup, disaster
recovery, and monitoring systems.
Mobility and remote access
- Principles and practices of public administration, including budgeting, staff development,
customer service and human resource management.
- Principles and practices of effective management, supervision and leadership.
Computer hardware and software systems similar to those being used by the City's
Information Services Department, including business applications, operating systems, and
network systems.
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CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
CLASS SPECIFICATION
TITLE: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER -- INFRASTRUCTURE
- Principles, practices and techniques of advanced project management, including organizing
and managing a project, developing schedules, identifying critical paths, breaking down a
project into individual tasks, and delegating assignments to project staff
- Advanced principles, methods and techniques used in designing, developing, testing and
implementing information technology applications, systems and networks.
- Advanced operations, services, concepts, terms and activities common to a comprehensive,
state-of-the-art information technology program.
- Advanced information technology development lifecycle and design principles using
flowcharting techniques and prototype development tools.
- Advanced methods and techniques of evaluating business need requirements to provide
technology solutions.
- Database concepts.
- Advanced operational characteristics of local and wide area network systems and
operational characteristics of communication systems, equipment and devices.
- Tools and equipment used in testing the functionality of computer systems.
- Advanced principles and methods of troubleshooting computer hardware, software and
network problems.
- Principles and practices of customer service.
- Methods and techniques of developing and presenting technical documentation and training
materials
- Advanced principles and practices of information technology documentation and record
keeping
- Modern office procedures, methods and equipment.
Ability to:
- Oversee the development and maintenance of information technology systems
- Plan, organize and manage the work of information technology staff responsible for related
applications, systems and/or networks
- Develop and maintain comprehensive procedures manuals and documentation.
- Develop and administer budgets
- Coordinate and administer a variety of information technology projects.
- Gather and evaluate information in order to reason logically, draw valid conclusions, take
appropriate actions and/or make appropriate recommendations.
- Communicate technical information to a wide variety of users.
- Interpret and apply complex and technical information pertaining to computer and network
systems.
- Adapt quickly to changes in policies, procedures, assignments and work locations.
- Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those encountered during the
course of the work.
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CLASS SPECIFICATION
TITLE: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER -- INFRASTRUCTURE
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Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in computer science,
information systems technology or other directly related field. Master's degree desirable.
Experience: Five (5) years' experience in a complex information technology systems environment
with related experience in area of responsibility, including two (2) years direct supervisory
experience.
License/Certificates: Possession of a valid class "C" California driver license with an acceptable
driving record required time of appointment
System Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) desirable
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
desirable
Comparable related systems, servers, and security certifications may be considered in lieu of the
above certifications
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
Must be able to respond to emergency services call out
Must pass a background investigation
Employees regularly assigned/required to drive a city or personal vehicle in the course and scope
of work shall be required to participate in the DMV Employer Pull Notice program.
Public Employee Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100,
all Huntington Beach city employees are required to perform assigned disaster service worker
duties in the event of an emergency or a disaster.
PHYSICAL TASKS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Incumbents must be able to meet the physical requirements of the class and have mobility,
balance, coordination, vision, hearing and dexterity levels appropriate to the duties to be performed.
Work is performed indoors. The incumbent sits for prolonged periods of time; standing and walking
to retrieve work files or to other departments or office locations; leaning, bending and stooping to
perform work behind a desk or to retrieve information; pushing, turning or twisting to move chair or
body from desk; reaching to place or retrieve files or open file drawers or cabinets; light grasping to
hold a writing instrument or documents; firm grasping as needed to lift and carry work files or
operate office equipment; finger dexterity to type on a computer keyboard; and, hearing and
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CLASS SPECIFICATION
TITLE: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER -- INFRASTRUCTURE
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speaking to answer the telephone or answer questions of co-workers and subordinates. Work is
performed in a general office environment.
Reasonable accommodation(s) for an individual with a qualified disability will be considered on a
case -by -case basis.
01/17/2017 -Title changed from Information Systems Communication Manager to Information Technology
Manager - Infrastructure
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CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
CLASS SPECIFICATION
TITLE: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER -- OPERATIONS
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IIPERSONNCIL EL APPROVAL: DECEMBEJANUARY R�'12,02016 17 II
JOB CODE:
EMPLOYMENT STATUS:
UNIT REPRESENTATION:
FLSA STATUS:
JOB SUMMARY
0200
REGULAR FULL-TIME
MEO
EXEMPT
Under administrative direction, responsible for planning, organizing, directing, staffing, and
controlling technology functions and/or operations of multiple work units within the Information
Services Department.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Reports to: Chief Information Officer
Supervises: Professional and technical staff
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Differs from the Chief Information Officer in that the Information Technology Manager — Operations
manages an enterprise information technology customer service division including technical support
and help desk operations while the Chief Information Officer is responsible for the overall
management and coordination of the Information Services Department and the short and long-term
strategic planning for technology functions for the City.
Differs from Senior Information Technology Analyst in that the Information Technology Manager —
Operations exercises full supervisory and managerial authority over assigned operational functions
within the department while the Senior Information Technology Analyst performs complex systems
analysis and exercises lead responsibility for a limited work group or project.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Manages a Help Desk operation starting with initial troubleshooting expanding to resolving
complex issues relating to IT hardware, peripherals, and operating systems
Creates specifications for hardware and operating systems standards; maintains posted
standards guidelines, and implement industry best practices
Creates and implements automated solutions to streamline the customer service function, and
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CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
CLASS SPECIFICATION
TITLE: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER -- OPERATIONS
provide tools and training to all staff in delivering customer service adhering to adopted
department performance guidelines
• Tracks all hardware and software inventory and manages the salvage process
• Manages the standard software delivery process, Windows and application updates, and
remote support tools
• Manages the endpoint security software and policies, including desktop firewalls and
antivirus/antimalware products
• Manages large computer and printer deployment projects; manages the creation, imaging,
installation, and configuration of hardware and software resources
• Develops strategic plans, objectives and priorities for assigned work unit(s)/operational area(s);
plans, develops and implements programs that utilize human and financial resources to achieve
results
• Manages the work of staff; determines organizational structure, staffing needs, and work
strategies; ensures adequate resources for subordinates to adequately perform their duties;
ensures that assigned operations and activities comply with organization goals and objectives
• Works with executive management on City-wide initiatives and prepares technical and non-
technical data and information for presentation to stakeholders including the Executive Team,
City Council, county -wide agency leaders and other officials regarding technology initiatives,
strategies, policies and procedures
• Formulates and develops plans, policies and project programs to meet short and long-term
needs of the City
• Performs budget and project cost analyses
• Reviews and evaluates feasibility of major projects and initiatives; works with managers and
technical staff to plan for implementation of new systems; participates in the study of new
technology to determine its utility, consistency with technology standards, relevance for meeting
City business and operational requirements and expected return on investment
• Directs and coordinates the planning, development, implementation and administration of a
variety of projects, including cross -department and City-wide projects; coordinates project
activities with other programs, departments and outside agencies; may serve as the initial
project advisor or manager for major projects City wide
• Develops and administers annual budget; approves and tracks expenditures; reviews, approves
and researches costs for new hardware, software and other items; reviews, approves and
prepares cost/benefit analyses, reports and recommendations
• Manages the development of operational and/or functional standards, practices, policies and
procedures; participates in the development and implementation of strategic department goals,
policies and priorities
• Designs, directs and oversees work unit quality assurance activities
• Meets and consults with customers and vendors regarding service delivery needs; oversees
and participates in the design, development, delivery and/or implementation of IT products to
meet those needs
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CLASS SPECIFICATION
TITLE: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER -- OPERATIONS
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• Assumes responsibility for procurement of services and goods required; develops specifications
for requests for proposal pertaining to external services; reviews submissions and provides
recommendations on vendor selection
• Directs the management of projects to enhance and/or upgrade technology services and
utilization
• Manages projects that vary in size and scope, and require varying levels of staff and resource
support
• Prepares reports, correspondence and other documents; participates on committees and task
forces
• Attends leadership, management, supervisory and information technology training to stay
abreast of industry best practices
• Develops processes to ensure business continuity in the event of a disaster
• Assumes duties of Chief Information Officer when assigned
• Reports to work as scheduled; works a variety of schedules including evenings, weekends, and
holidays as required
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
The preceding duties have been provided as examples of the essential types of work performed by
positions within this job classification. The City, at its discretion, may add, modify, change or
rescind work assignments as needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Any combination of education, training, and experience that would likely provide the knowledge,
skills, and abilities to successfully perform in the position is qualifying. A typical combination
includes:
Knowledge of:
- Theories, principles, and practices of help desk operations, troubleshooting, and resolving
complex issues relating to information technology hardware, software, peripherals, and
operating systems
Advanced principles and methods of troubleshooting computer hardware, software
network problems
Customer service and technical support best practices
Help Desk software and best practices
Windows Operating Systems concepts and functions, browser platforms and tools,
Windows administration and library tools
Antivirus and antimalware tools and endpoint security best practices
Hardware and peripheral components, and hardware configuration industry guidelines
Microsoft imaging and deployment tools and concepts
Remote support tools, state management, and troubleshooting tools and techniques
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CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
CLASS SPECIFICATION
TITLE: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER -- OPERATIONS
- Theories, principles, and practices of information systems and related application areas,
software and hardware, system development life cycle, system design, database
management systems, techniques, and design using information technology techniques
- Principles and practices of public administration, including budgeting, staff development,
customer service and human resource management
- Principles and practices of effective management, supervision and leadership
- Computer hardware and software systems similar to those being used by the City's
Information Services Department, including business applications, operating systems, and
network systems
- Principles, practices and techniques of project management, including organizing and
managing projects, developing schedules, identifying critical paths, breaking down projects
into individual tasks, and delegating assignments to project staff
- Advanced principles, methods and techniques used in designing, developing, testing and
implementing information technology applications, systems and networks
- Advanced operations, services, concepts, terms and activities common to a comprehensive,
state-of-the-art information technology program
- Advanced methods and techniques of evaluating business need requirements to provide
technology solutions.
- Advanced operational characteristics of local and wide area network systems and
operational characteristics of information systems
- Tools and equipment used in testing the functionality of computer systems
- Advanced principles and practices of developing information technology documentation,
presentation, and training materials
- Modern office procedures, methods and equipment
Ability to:
- Oversee the development and maintenance of information technology systems
- Plan, organize and manage the work of information technology staff responsible for related
applications, systems and/or networks
- Develop and maintain comprehensive procedures manuals and documentation
- Develop and administer budgets
- Coordinate and administer a variety of information technology projects
- Gather and evaluate information in order to reason logically, draw valid conclusions, take
appropriate actions and/or make appropriate recommendations
- Develop information technology designs, flow charts, report layouts and screen designs
- Communicate technical information to a wide variety of users
- Interpret and apply complex and technical information pertaining to computer and network
systems
- Adapt quickly to changes in policies, procedures, assignments and work locations
- Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
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CLASS SPECIFICATION
TITLE: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER -- OPERATIONS
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those encountered during the
course of the work
Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in computer science,
information systems technology or other directly related field. Master's degree desirable.
Experience: Five (5) years' experience in a complex information technology systems environment
with related experience in area of responsibility, including two (2) years direct supervisory
experience.
License/Certificates: Possession of a valid class "C" California driver license with an acceptable
driving record required time of appointment
Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) certification desirable
Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) desirable
Customer Service certification desirable
Help Desk certification desirable
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
Must be able to respond to emergency services call out
Must pass a background investigation
Employees regularly assigned/required to drive a city or personal vehicle in the course and scope
of work shall be required to participate in the DMV Employer Pull Notice program.
Public Employee Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100,
all Huntington Beach city employees are required to perform assigned disaster service worker
duties in the event of an emergency or a disaster.
PHYSICAL TASKS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Incumbents must be able to meet the physical requirements of the class and have mobility,
balance, coordination, vision, hearing and dexterity levels appropriate to the duties to be performed.
Work is performed indoors. The incumbent sits for prolonged periods of time; standing and walking
to retrieve work files or to other departments or office locations; leaning, bending and stooping to
perform work behind a desk or to retrieve information; pushing, turning or twisting to move chair or
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CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
CLASS SPECIFICATION
TITLE: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER -- OPERATIONS
body from desk; reaching to place or retrieve files or open file drawers or cabinets; light grasping to
hold a writing instrument or documents; firm grasping as needed to lift and carry work files or
operate office equipment; finger dexterity to type on a computer keyboard; and, hearing and
speaking to answer the telephone or answer questions of co-workers and subordinates. Work is
performed in a general office environment.
Reasonable accommodation(s) for an individual with a qualified disability will be considered on a
case -by -case basis.
01/17/17: Title changed from Information Systems Computer Operations Manager to Information Technology
Manager — Operations.
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CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
CLASS SPECIFICATION
TITLE: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER -- SYSTEMS
PERSONNEL COMMISSION APPROVAL:
COUNCIL APPROVAL:
JOB CODE:
EMPLOYMENT STATUS:
UNIT REPRESENTATION:
FLSA STATUS:
JOB SUMMARY
DECEMBER 21, 2016
JANUARY 17, 2017
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REGULAR FULL-TIME
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Under administrative direction, responsible for planning, organizing, directing, staffing, and
controlling technology functions and/or operations of multiple work units within the Information
Services Department.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Reports to: Chief Information Officer
Supervises: Professional and technical staff
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Differs from the Chief Information Officer in that the Information Technology Manager — Systems
manages the enterprise information technology business systems and public safety systems
divisions while the Chief Information Officer is responsible for the overall management and
coordination the Information Services Department and the short and long-term strategic planning
for technology functions for the City.
Differs from Senior Information Technology Analyst in that the Information Technology Manager —
Systems exercises full supervisory and managerial authority over assigned operational functions
within the department while the Senior Information Technology Analyst performs complex systems
analysis and exercises lead responsibility for a limited work group or project.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Manages a team of application developers, programmer and business analysts in support of
many enterprise applications including financial ERP, land management system, billing system,
public safety systems and networks
Oversees and manages large scale enterprise application implementation
Manages operational planning, including planning projects and the allocation of manpower
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CLASS SPECIFICATION
TITLE: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER -- SYSTEMS
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• Collaborates and maintains communications with department managers and IS point of
contacts
• Designs, implements and enforces business systems and enterprise applications portfolio,
policies, procedures and best practices.
• Manages a team of application developers to develop automated solutions
• Oversees analysts and project managers to maintain a streamlined application implementation
process citywide
• Designs and manages the enterprise software delivery process
• Works with application vendors on maintaining current applications and implement new systems
and applications citywide.
• Develops strategic plans, objectives and priorities for assigned work unit(s)/operational area(s);
plans, develops and implements programs that utilize human and financial resources to achieve
results
• Manages the work of professional, technical, and/or other staff; determines organizational
structure, staffing needs, and work strategies; ensures adequate resources are available for
staff to perform work duties; ensures that assigned operations and activities comply with
organization goals and objectives.
• Works with executive management on City-wide initiatives and prepares technical and non-
technical data and information for presentation to stakeholders including the Executive Team,
City Council, county -wide agency leaders and other officials regarding technology initiatives,
strategies, policies and procedures.
• Formulates and develops plans, policies and project programs to meet short and long-term
needs of the City
• Reviews and evaluates feasibility of major projects and initiatives; works with managers and
technical staff to plan for implementation of new systems; participates in the study of new
technology to determine its utility, consistency with technology standards, relevance for meeting
City business and operational requirements and expected return on investment
• Directs and coordinates the planning, development, implementation and administration of a
variety of projects, including cross -department and City-wide projects; coordinates project
activities with other programs, departments and outside agencies; may serve as the initial
project advisor or manager for major projects City wide
• Develops and administers annual budget; approves and tracks expenditures; reviews, approves
and researches costs for new hardware, software and other items; reviews, approves and
prepares cost/benefit analyses, reports and recommendations.
• Manages the development of operational and/or functional standards, practices, policies and
procedures; participates in the development and implementation of strategic department goals,
policies and priorities.
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CLASS SPECIFICATION
TITLE: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER -- SYSTEMS
• Manages the information technology business systems, enterprise applications, public safety
systems, and related networks, software and resources for the assigned work unit/operational
area, using various technology tools that may involve or cross multiple platforms
• Designs, directs and oversees work unit quality assurance activities
• Meets and consults with customers and vendors regarding service delivery needs; oversees
and participates in the design, development, delivery and/or implementation of IT products to
meet those needs
• Assumes responsibility for procurement of services and goods required; develops specifications
for requests for proposal pertaining to external services; reviews submissions and provides
recommendations on vendor selection
• Directs the management of projects to enhance and/or upgrade technology services and
utilization
• Manages projects that vary in size and scope, and require varying levels of staff and resource
support
• Prepares reports, correspondence and other documents; participates on committees and task
forces; attends meetings, conferences and training sessions
• Attends leadership, management, supervisory and information technology training to stay
abreast of industry best practices
• Develops processes to ensure business continuity in the event of a disaster
• Assumes duties of Chief Information Officer when assigned
• Reports to work as scheduled; works a variety of schedules including evenings, weekends, and
holidays as required
• Performs other related duties as assigned
The preceding duties have been provided as examples of the essential types of work performed by
positions within this job classification. The City, at its discretion, may add, modify, change or
rescind work assignments as needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Any combination of education, training, and experience that would likely provide the knowledge,
skills, and abilities to successfully perform in the position is qualifying. A typical combination
includes:
Knowledge of:
- Theories, principles, and practices of information systems and related application areas,
software and hardware, system development life cycle, system design, database
management systems, techniques, and design using information engineering techniques
- Analysis, design, programming, and development of software applications
- Business process engineering, documentation and automation
- Enterprise resource planning software systems
- Developing interfaces and application integration methods and concepts
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CLASS SPECIFICATION
TITLE: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER -- SYSTEMS
Public safety systems and platforms
Principles and practices of public administration, including budgeting, staff development,
customer service and human resource management
- Principles and practices of effective management, supervision and leadership
- Computer hardware and software systems similar to those being used by the City's
Information Technology Department, including business applications, operating systems,
and network systems
Principles, practices and techniques of advanced project management, including organizing
and managing a project, developing schedules, identifying critical paths, breaking down a
project into individual tasks, and delegating assignments to project staff
- Advanced principles, methods and techniques used in designing, developing, testing and
implementing information technology applications, systems and networks
- Advanced operations, services, concepts, terms and activities common to a comprehensive,
state-of-the-art information technology program
- Advanced information technology development lifecycle and design principles using
flowcharting techniques and prototype development tools
- Advanced methods and techniques of evaluating business need requirements to provide
technology solutions
- Database concepts
- Advanced operational characteristics of local and wide area network systems and
operational characteristics of communication systems, equipment and devices
- Tools and equipment used in testing the functionality of computer systems
- Advanced principles and methods of troubleshooting computer hardware, software and
network problems
- Principles and practices of customer service
- Advanced principles and practices of information technology documentation, presentation
and training materials
- Modern office procedures, methods and equipment
Ability to:
- Oversee the development and maintenance of information technology systems
- Plan, organize and manage the work of information technology staff responsible for related
applications, systems and/or network analysis
- Develop and maintain comprehensive procedures manuals and documentation.
- Develop and administer budgets
- Coordinate and administer a variety of information technology projects
- Gather and evaluate information in order to reason logically, draw valid conclusions, take
appropriate actions and/or make appropriate recommendations
- Develop information technology designs, flow charts, report layouts and screen designs
- Communicate technical information to a wide variety of users
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CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
CLASS SPECIFICATION
TITLE: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER -- SYSTEMS
- Interpret and apply complex and technical information pertaining to computer and network
systems.
- Adapt quickly to changes in policies, procedures, assignments and work locations.
- Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those encountered during the
course of the work.
Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in computer science,
information systems technology or other directly related field. Master's degree desirable.
Experience: Five (5) years' experience in a complex information technology systems environment
with related experience in area of responsibility, including two (2) years direct supervisory
experience.
License/Certificates: Possession of a valid class "C" California driver license with an acceptable
driving record required time of appointment
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification desirable
Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer (MCSD) certification desirable
Database Administration certification desirable
Programming and development certification desirable
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
Must be able to respond to emergency services call out
Must pass a background investigation
Employees regularly assigned/required to drive a city or personal vehicle in the course and scope
of work shall be required to participate in the DMV Employer Pull Notice program.
Public Employee Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100,
all Huntington Beach city employees are required to perform assigned disaster service worker
duties in the event of an emergency or a disaster.
PHYSICAL TASKS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Incumbents must be able to meet the physical requirements of the class and have mobility,
balance, coordination, vision, hearing and dexterity levels appropriate to the duties to be performed.
Work is performed indoors. The incumbent sits for prolonged periods of time; standing and walking
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CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
CLASS SPECIFICATION
TITLE: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER -- SYSTEMS
SU4 iN
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to retrieve work files or to other departments or office locations; leaning, bending and stooping to
perform work behind a desk or to retrieve information; pushing, turning or twisting to move chair or
body from desk; reaching to place or retrieve files or open file drawers or cabinets; light grasping to
hold a writing instrument or documents; firm grasping as needed to lift and carry work files or
operate office equipment; finger dexterity to type on a computer keyboard; and, hearing and
speaking to answer the telephone or answer questions of co-workers and subordinates. Work is
performed in a general office environment.
Reasonable accommodation(s) for an individual with a qualified disability will be considered on a
case -by -case basis.
01/17/2017 - Title changed from Business Systems Manager to Information Technology Manager - Systems
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Res. No. 2017-06
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF ORANGE ) ss:
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH )
I, ROBIN ESTANISLAU the duly elected, qualified City Clerk of the
City of Huntington Beach, and ex-officio Clerk of the City Council of said City, do
hereby certify that the whole number of members of the City Council of the City of
Huntington Beach is seven; that the foregoing resolution was passed and adopted
by the affirmative vote of at least a majority of all the members of said City Council
at a Regular meeting thereof held on January 17, 2017 by the following vote:
AYES: O'Connell, Semeta, Posey, Hardy, Brenden, Peterson
NOES: None
ABSENT: Delgleize
ABSTAIN: None
City C12rk and ex-officio Clerk of the
City Council of the City of.
Huntington Beach, California