Information Technology Analyst (Principal) (Enterprise Analytics Manager)

Solano County, CA•Fairfield, CA

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About The Position

Solano County is the ideal place to live, learn, work and play. THE POSITION Manages and oversees a major information technology system, group, or program including staff and contract resources; plans, designs, and coordinates the maintenance of the most difficult and complex infrastructure system or computerized data processing and applications systems for large, multi departmental or county wide functions; acts as a project/team leader and technical expert in assigned area(s) of responsibility, and oversees major information technology initiatives. Positions in this class head a major information technology section, program or initiative and may supervise lower level information technology professionals. Positions in this classification have the highest subject matter expertise for the assigned area and are proficient in project management, system development and design, GIS, infrastructure design and planning, and emerging technology development and implementation. This class is distinguished from the Information Technology Analyst IV by responsibility for a major section, program or initiative with a high level of independence and responsibility for significant resources. Supervision Receives direction from an Information Technology Manager, the Assistant Director, or Chief Information Officer. May exercise supervision over administrative and professional staff. To learn more about this position please take a look at this brochure This class specification represents the core area of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the department.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in Information Technology or related field.
Experience: Six (6) years of information technology systems and/or application development and support experience including two (2) years of project lead or supervisory responsibility.
Note: Additional experience may substitute on a year for year basis for the educational requirement.
Applicants may be required to possess a valid California Driver's License, Class C.
Some positions in this class will require technical certifications demonstrating expertise in specific bodies of knowledge.

Responsibilities

Coordinate the organization, staffing and operational activities for assigned information technology programs, initiatives, and projects; participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies and priorities related to information technology; recommend and implement resulting policies and procedures; identify opportunities for improving service delivery methods and procedures; identify resource needs; review with appropriate management staff; implement improvements.
Oversees, coordinates, and participates in organizational, operational, and procedural analyses to determine information input, work processes, and desired output for potential and/or up dated computerization for a large number of users in support of a multi departmental or county wide applications; reviews and analyzes a variety of forms, documents, reports, data output, and record-keeping requirements.
Consults with customer/user departments and advises on the feasibility of converting systems to computerized applications; analyzes departmental and County wide operations, functions, services, interdepartmental relationships, and the information sharing needs in the development of new and/or up dated systems and procedures; recommends improvements in operations and administration of existing systems.
Direct, coordinate and review the work plan for assigned Information Services activities; assign work activities and projects; monitor work flow; review and evaluate work products, methods and procedures; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems.
Oversee and coordinate the implementation of information technology projects; develop priorities for assigned projects; manage projects to ensure completion in a timely manner; recommend problem resolution or alternatives to keep projects on schedule.
Participate in the development, preparation, and maintenance of the information technology strategic plans; recommend County-wide information technology standards; evaluate and develop proposed standards for hardware, software and networks.
Select, train, motivate and evaluate Information Services personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures.
Participate in the development and administration of assigned program budget; forecast funds needed for staffing, training, equipment, materials and supplies; monitor and approve expenditures; recommend adjustments as necessary.
Provide staff assistance to higher level management staff; participate on a variety of committees; prepare and present staff reports and other correspondence as appropriate and necessary.
Maintains professional knowledge in applicable areas and keeps abreast of changes in job-related rules, statutes, laws and new business trends; makes recommendations for the implementation of changes; reads and interprets professional literature; attends training programs, workshops and seminars as appropriate.