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Kathy M. Sheehan Office of Human Resources Albany City Hall
Mayor Tatiana Diaz, Director 24 Eagle Street, Rm 301
(p) 518-434-5049
(f) 518-434-5269
Notice of Job Opening
Position: Information Technology Manager
Applicants must meet the requirements outlined in the enclosed job
description.
PLEASE NOTE: This position is in the competitive class and will be
filled on a provisional basis pending the outcome of the civil service
examination.
Department: Information Technology
Number of Vacancies
1
to be filled:
$63,000 - $94,500 Annually
Rate of Pay:
Commensurate with qualifications and experience
Schedule: 37.5 hours/week
Application Deadline: Until Filled
All applicants must submit an application online via jobs.albanyny.gov
to be considered for the job opening.
Residency Requirement: YES
Per City Code § 62-1, all individuals hired by the City of Albany
municipal government must be or become residents of the City of
Albany within 180 days of hire. Failure to move into the City shall be
deemed a voluntary resignation.
The City of Albany is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer.
Posted on Thursday, January 18, 2024
City of Albany Municipal Civil Service Commission
Classification: Competitive
Issued: 12-04-2023
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The incumbent is responsible for the
coordination of technology projects, managing the technology staff, coordination of research and
development, and working with administrative staff to identify, recommend, develop, implement,
and support cost-effective technology solutions. The incumbent will also supervise the
maintenance and operation of computer software and hardware. Work is performed under the
general supervision of the Chief Information Technology Officer or his/her designee.
Supervision is exercised over the work of other personnel.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: (Illustrative Only)
Initiates the integration of new technologies and recommends plans for future services;
Evaluates network methodologies to implement a telecommunications network and makes
necessary recommendations for changes in networks;
Installs and relocates hardware and software for technology equipment, including assembly,
configuration and transport, in accordance with established procedures and instructions;
Performs and supervises periodic preventative maintenance in accordance with manufacturer
recommendations and departmental standards;
Responds to and supervises maintenance service requests related to technology;
Provides staff training for the use of technology resources;
Evaluates the effectiveness of services in relation to the changing needs of the users, i.e., to
ascertains if systems are “user friendly”;
Supervises the preparation of technology documentation, specifications, standards,
instructions and user manuals as needed;
Travels to and from various locations to install, test and repair computer related equipment;
Works with contract and vendor supplied personnel engaged in the installation, maintenance
and repair of technology hardware and software;
Maintains operating records and prepares routine operating reports;
Informs supervisor as to the status of all operating problems;
Supervises the work of other personnel;
Reviews work performed by subordinate personnel;
Represents the department for technology purposes at community and group meetings;
Keeps informed of professional development and attends professional meetings;
Performs stack maintenance;
Enters and retrieves information in an automated information system;
Assists in the preparation of budget proposals and estimates for library automation services;
Assists with the design of global network and other technology standards including
communications protocols, security standards and related procedures;
Performs related work as required.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL
CHARACTERISTICS:
Thorough knowledge of computer networks, hardware and software systems;
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Thorough knowledge of the components, operation, maintenance and repair of network
equipment;
Thorough knowledge of data communications and basic electronics terminology;
Good knowledge of standard communications protocols;
Good knowledge of basic computer communications software;
Ability to communicate effectively with others;
Ability to comprehend users’ needs quickly and accurately;
Ability to think logically;
Ability to comprehend complex technical materials and understand basic writing diagrams;
Ability to lift equipment weighing up to 50 pounds;
Ability to exercise leadership and motivate others;
Ability to plan and coordinate the work of others;
Ability to express ideas clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing;
Ability to understand and carry out written and oral directions;
Good judgment;
Initiative;
Resourcefulness;
Reliability;
Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
(A) Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or
university or one accredited by the NYS Board of Regents to grant degrees with a
Bachelor’s degree which included or was supplemented by 15 credits in computer
science, information technology or closely related field and four (4) years of fulltime paid
experience in the installation, operation, maintenance and problem diagnosis of network
equipment including hubs, routers and switches and a minimum of two (2) years of
supervisory experience; OR
(B) Graduation from regionally accredited or New York State registered college or one
accredited by the NYS Board of Regents to grant degrees with an Associate’s degree
which including or was supplemented by 15 credits in computer science, information
technology or closely related field and six (6) years of fulltime paid experience in the
installation, operation, maintenance and problem diagnosis of network equipment
including hubs, routers and switches and a minimum of two (2) years of supervisory
experience.
NOTE: Certification from a higher level network-training program that is vendor-approved,
such as Certified Cisco Network Associate (CCNA), may be substituted for one (1) year of the
above stated technical experience.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: A valid NYS Driver’s License is required at the time of
appointment and for the duration of employment
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