Information Technology Manager II

Job Description

The Division of Technology Services is seeking an Information Technology Manager II to lead the application development team supporting the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT). UDOT is transitioning from legacy applications to modern platforms and SaaS solutions. Data pipelines and APIs will be critical in stitching old and new pieces together. The successful candidate will be experienced in leading a team of developers and technical experts through this transition, establishing an integrated team approach. Responsibilities include planning, developing, executing, monitoring and ensuring the successful outcome of the most complex, critically important, high cost IT projects with significant impacts to the state. The IT Manager II develops recommendations to improve system(s) effectiveness, efficiency and compliance with DTS policies and objectives; works strategically in identifying potential systems issues; consults with management and assists team members with information technology needs in either designing and directing software applications or ensuring a stable and secure environment within the organization's IT infrastructure. The IT Manager II may advise and assist technical staff to further the successful completion of IT projects. Directly supervises around 13 people.

Location: This position is currently a hybrid of both in-office and telework days; 3 days a week are required in office, and any mandatory in-office meetings. The office location is at the Calvin Rampton Building, 4501 South 2700 West, Taylorsville. Please note, a position's eligibility for telework is established by agency management and is subject to change at their discretion at any time and for any reason. A ll remote work must be performed within Utah.

Why join our team?

We help Keep Utah Moving by supporting UDOT with business applications, geographic information systems, and business intelligence. This is an opportunity to make a difference for Utah citizens while being a pivotal part of an exciting IT team. You will help Utah reach Zero Fatalities on our roadways, preserve Utah’s $46.2 billion highway infrastructure, and optimize mobility through modern cloud technology. You will receive great health and retirement benefits, such as, generous paid time off so you can spend more time with your family and have a positive work life balance. Click here to view a summary of all the benefits we offer.

What's in it for you?

You will receive great health and retirement benefits. In this position, you would enjoy the generous benefits package offered by the State of Utah. We have an extremely competitive total compensation package that you can learn about HERE!

• Health Insurance - Public Employee Health Program (PEHP):
• 3 medical plan options. Choose a Traditional or High Deductible Health Plan. (There is an Opt-Out Cash Benefit option for those that have other medical insurance coverage)
• 5 dental plan options (There is an Opt-Out Cash Benefit option for those that have other dental insurance coverage)
• 2 vision plan options under EyeMed or OptiCare
• Employees hired on or after than 7/1/2011 and have never been in the URS retirement system have two options for retirement in the Tier II System. Employer contributions to your 401(k) are vested after four years.
• Employees who have any service credit with an employer covered by the Utah Retirement Systems prior to 7/1/2011 are in Tier I Public Employees System.
• Tier 2 Hybrid Retirement System. Employer contributes an amount equal to 10% of your salary between both plans (pension and 401(k))
• Tier 2 Defined Contribution Plan. Employer contributes an amount equal to 10% of your salary to a 401(k) plan only.
• Employees who have any service credit with an employer covered by the Utah Retirement Systems prior to 7/1/2011 are in Tier I Public Employees System.
  

The Agency

To learn more about The Division of Technology Services check us out Click here . The State's environment is a highly optimized blend of systems responsible for collecting, processing, and distributing millions of data elements every day.

Responsibilities

• Manage agency-wide programs. Determine program goals and objectives and/or chair committees established to support the program.
• Develop and coordinate plans and policies, resources, and mission as well as goals, vision, and expectations of agency or program; prepare and update plans and priorities.
• Conducts follow-up evaluation to verify implementation of recommendations and to assess technical impacts.
• Act as a resource for management and staff; collaborate technical support within area of responsibility.
• Meet with vendors on new and existing products, evaluate usefulness and cost of products and make recommendations.
• Supervise subordinate personnel including: determining workload, delegating assignments, training, monitoring, evaluating performance, and initiating corrective or disciplinary action.
• Design software solutions and implement software designs, with input from available application and data experts.
• Develop computer information resources, providing for data security and control, strategic computing, and disaster recovery.
• Consult with users, management, vendors, and technicians to assess computing needs and system requirements.
• Stay abreast of advances in technology.
• Analyze workflow, establish priorities, develop standards and set deadlines.
• Anticipate the impact that new or modified software will have on existing standards and systems.
  
  

Qualifications

(includes knowledge, skills, and abilities required upon entry into position and trainable after entry into position)

• Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
• Knowledge of applications and programming.
• Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking and writing so others will understand.
• Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
• Managing one's own time and the time of others.
• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
• Knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Understanding of agile development methodologies.
• Motivating, developing, and directing people to foster a positive working environment.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

Best qualified candidates will demonstrate knowledge and skills in managing an application development team, obtained through education, previous experience, or a combination of education and experience, with increasing responsibility over time.

Supplemental Information

• Employment contingent on passing a drug screening and a background check.
• Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc
• Work requires physical exertion. May require the ability to stand; walk over rough surfaces; bend, crouch, stoop, stretch, reach, lift moderately heavy items (up to 50 lbs.)
• DHRM rules apply for promotions and transfers.