IT Manager IV

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Riverside County Fire Department is seeking an IT Manager IV (ITM IV) whose role will plan, organize, direct and oversee the Technology Division for the Fire Department.

The ITM IV will manage multiple areas in the Division including information technology, communications, applications and CAD administration.

Incumbents in this position will manage the technology division budget, provide oversight and guidance of vision and strategic direction, coordinate with internal management as well as state and local cooperators, and present technology vision and strategies to executive management.

The Department desires candidates with the following qualities and skill sets:


* Experience working in the public safety environment in a technical leadership role


* Knowledge/experience working with VHF and 700/800 MHz radio systems


* Knowledge/experience supporting Computer Aided Dispatch and 911 systems


* Knowledge/experience working with Information Technology systems and networks


* Project management experience


* Governmental budgetary experience including applying for and overseeing grants

The ITM IV class has been designated At-Will by the Board of Supervisors, in accordance with the provisions provided under Article 6, Section 601E (8) of the County Management Resolution and serves at the pleasure of the Chief Information Officer.

This class has been deemed eligible for the Performance Recognition Plan as set forth under Article 3, Section 311(C) of the County Management Resolution.

Program eligibility requires employees to be in a leadership position, manage other employees or programs, and have significant influence on the achievement of organizational objectives.

Meet the Team!
The Riverside County Fire Department is one of California's largest integrated, cooperative, regional fire protection organizations.

The Department, a unique partnership between State of California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) and the County of Riverside, serves 19 partner agencies and 1 community service district.

The Department has five core values: Leadership, Competence, Integrity, Safety, and Customer Service.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Develop strategic plans and implement operational plans for oversight of IT Administration and information technology infrastructure to support the County and department's business goals.

• Organize and direct relevant activities in support of smooth operations; analyze and prepare a variety of complex reports and correspondences.

• Develop and implement work plans to accomplish work group objectives; assign work and monitor performance; take action in the full range of formal personnel activities including hiring, training, and evaluating performance of staff.

• Oversee and provide consultation in the development of operations and technology solutions to achieve business goals in a variety of areas.

• Serve as a liaison; create and fos...