Manager, Decision Support

Connective Business Solution • Tallahassee, FL

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About The Position

General Characteristics Acts as liaison between business and IT leadership regarding the identification of business critical information and knowledge (e.g., customer and market data), and its usage and availability. Manages the Decision Support staff to ensure that the Decision Support Systems (DSS) and Executive Information Systems (EIS) are built to meet the information needs of the business leaders and various business units. Has full understanding of corporate strategies and must manage the diversity of needs and prioritize those needs based on the overall business strategy of the organization. Works closely with key business leaders to define critical information needs, providing guidance regarding availability of data, capability of systems to deliver information needs, and subject matter expertise regarding current systems and emerging technology. Leads the research, evaluation and selection of new technologies. Leads cost and feasibility studies. Ensures project management process is in place, provides resource management and ensures quality and timely solutions. Needed knowledge includes process and data modeling, data architectural development methodology, IT planning methodology, consulting and facilitation, project management and extensive knowledge of the enterprise’s data and decision-making processes. Please note that this application is part of our candidate pool for future staffing needs under our contract with the State of Florida. Positions may not be available immediately, and job locations, assignments, and start dates may vary depending on agency requirements. By applying, you will be considered for current and upcoming opportunities, and we will reach out if a role that matches your skills and qualifications becomes available.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or other related field. Or equivalent work experience.
• A minimum of 7 years of IT work experience including managing team(s) responsible for database, data warehouse, decision support systems and executive information systems development, support and administration.
• Needed knowledge includes process and data modeling, data architectural development methodology, IT planning methodology, consulting and facilitation, project management and extensive knowledge of the enterprise’s data and decision-making processes.

Responsibilities

• Acts as liaison between business and IT leadership regarding the identification of business critical information and knowledge
• Manages the Decision Support staff to ensure that the Decision Support Systems (DSS) and Executive Information Systems (EIS) are built to meet the information needs of the business leaders and various business units.
• Manages the diversity of needs and prioritize those needs based on the overall business strategy of the organization.
• Works closely with key business leaders to define critical information needs, providing guidance regarding availability of data, capability of systems to deliver information needs, and subject matter expertise regarding current systems and emerging technology.
• Leads the research, evaluation and selection of new technologies.
• Leads cost and feasibility studies.
• Ensures project management process is in place, provides resource management and ensures quality and timely solutions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager