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Butte County
This classification is scheduled to receive a 5% COLA effective July 2027. This recruitment will be limited to the first 25 applicants. The recruitment will close upon receiving 25 applications.
The current vacancy is in the Behavioral Health Department. The eligibility list created from this recruitment may be used to fill any current or future vacancies in ANY Butte County Department.
Note: A training and experience evaluation may be utilized to determine an applicant's ranking among qualified candidates. Based upon information provided in this application including responses to supplemental questions, an applicant's education, training and experience (full-time equivalent) may be evaluated.
Applicants should provide thoughtful and thorough responses to supplemental questions as they play an important role in this recruitment process. All qualifying work experience that is described or included in responses to supplemental questions MUST also be included and detailed in the "Work Experience" section of this application.
"See Resume" is not an acceptable response for any supplemental question.FLSA: Exempt DEFINITIONUnder general direction, provides oversight and programmatic development, coordination, and implementation for multiple and/or complex information technology programs, activities, and services within the County’s centralized Information Technology Department or a large operating department with highly complex information technology systems and infrastructure; administers short and long-range information technology planning activities; manages the effective use of department resources to improve organizational productivity and customer service; provides complex and responsible support to the Assistant Director of Information Technology; and performs related duties as assigned.SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISEDReceives general direction from assigned management personnel.
Exercises direct supervision over supervisory, professional, technical and administrative support staff through subordinate levels of supervision.CLASS CHARACTERISTICSThis is the second level management classification in the Information Technology Manager series responsible for planning, organizing, reviewing, and evaluating the most complex departmental and/or countywide information technology programs, activities, infrastructure, systems, and services.
Incumbents are responsible for performing diverse, specialized, and complex work involving significant accountability and decision-making responsibilities, which include developing and implementing policies and procedures for assigned programs, developing information technology solutions, reporting and program evaluation.
Incumbents serve as a professional-level resource for organizational, managerial, and operational analyses and studies. Performance of the work requires the use of considerable independence, initiative, and discretion within broad guidelines.
This classification is distinguished from the Information Technology Program Manager in that the latter manages the less complex information technology programs and services of an operating department, or a specific functional division within the County’s centralized Information Technology Department.
EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL
STypical functions may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, abilities, and other characteristics. The list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks.
Plans, manages, and oversees the daily functions, operations, and activities of assigned information technology programs.
Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for assigned programs; recommends within departmental policy, appropriate service and staffing levels; recommends and administers policies and procedures.
Participates in the development, administration, and oversight of assigned budgets.
Develops and standardizes procedures and methods to improve and continuously monitor the efficiency and effectiveness of assigned programs, service delivery methods, and procedures; assesses and monitors workload, administrative, and support systems, and internal reporting relationships; identifies opportunities for improvement and makes recommendations to executive management.
Participates in the selection of, trains, motivates, and evaluates assigned personnel; works with employees to correct deficiencies; recommends discipline as required.
Assists executive management with special projects as assigned; participates in deliberations to address operational issues as they relate to countywide and departmental information services, and in the development of management recommendations for consideration by executive leadership and the Board of Supervisors.
Manages and participates in the administration and maintenance of the assigned department or County’s information services infrastructure; evaluates, selects, and recommends computer purchases; develops long-term information services strategies to plan for and control upgrades and growth; evaluates and recommends new technologies; and encourages innovation among technical staff in the utilization and implementation of ideas and techniques.
Provides highly complex staff assistance to the Assistant Director or department head and County operating departments; prepares and presents trainings, staff reports, and other necessary correspondence related to assigned activities and services; presents reports to various commissions, committees, and boards.
Oversees the development of consultant requests for proposals and qualifications for professional services; evaluates proposals and recommends project award; develops, negotiates, and reviews contract terms and amendments; ensures contractor compliance with County and department standards and specifications and time and budget estimates; reviews design documents to ensure technical integrity; reviews and updates deliverables; analyzes and resolves complex problems that may arise.
Conducts a variety of organizational and operational studies and investigations; recommends modifications to assigned programs, policies, and procedures, as appropriate.
Assists in developing and implements adopted information technology strategic plans, policies, and standards; analyzes and develops business process documentation, and system design and configuration.
Oversees portfolio of assigned projects; develops and maintains effective relationships with County departments and users; develops and recommends information technology strategies to meet the County's business needs; identifies and presents potential projects; establishes buy-in and commitment to assigned projects; monitors progress of assigned projects using established benchmarks and metrics; ensures successful project completion and County, department, and user satisfaction.
Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in information technology; researches emerging products and enhancements and their applicability to County needs.
Monitors changes in regulations and technology that may affect operations; implements policy and procedural changes after approval.
Receives, investigates, and responds to difficult and sensitive problems and complaints in a professional manner; identifies and reports findings and takes necessary corrective action.
Performs related duties as assigned.
Any combination of training, experience and educational degrees that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. Substitutions will be made on a year for year basis. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in information technology management, computer science, business or public administration, or a related field; andSeven (7) years of increasingly responsible experience in developing, administering, and implementing information technology programs specific to specialty area assigned, including four (4) years of supervisory experience.
Certifications And LicensesMust possess a valid US driver’s license upon date of application. Must obtain California driver’s license following hire date per California DMV regulations.
Environmental Factors and Conditions/
Mobility to work in a standard office and use standard office equipment, including a computer; to operate a motor vehicle to visit various County sties; primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in and walking between work areas may be required; occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, and reach to perform assigned duties, as well as push and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information; ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 50 pounds with the use of proper equipment.
Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen.
Hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone.
Finger dexterity needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment.
Office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.
EQUIPMENT AND TOOLS UTILIZEDEquipment utilized includes personal computer, fax machine, standard office equipment, small hand tools, and motor vehicle.
Disaster Service WorkerAll Butte County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
Teamsters-Mid Management Benefits
THESE BENEFITS DO NOT APPLY TO EXTRA HELP EMPLOYEESSalary Step IncreasesThe beginning salary and the top of the salary range are usually shown on the job announcement. Upon satisfactory service, salary increases of approximately 5% may be given annually until the top of the salary range has been attained.
Longevity Pay: 2.5% at 10 years, 2.5% at 15 years, 2.5% at 20 years, for a total 7.5% after 20 years of service.
Cell Phone AllowanceCounty issued cell phone or $70/month allowance with appointing authority approval.
Uniform Allowance$14.00-$21.00/mo. For eligible classifications only. Varies by classification.
Public Safety Dispatcher PayEmployees that possess an Intermediate POST Dispatcher Certificate will receive an additional 3.5% of base pay, 4.5% for Advanced POST Dispatcher Certificate, and 2.5% for Supervisory POST Dispatcher Certificate.
Boot AllowanceMembers of this Unit shall be eligible for a work boot/footwear reimbursement up to $275.00 annually. For eligible classifications only. This reimbursement shall be for the purchase, maintenance and/or repair of safety boots/shoes authorized by the Department Head.
Holidays13 paid holidays per year.
Vacation0-4.99 years: 15 days/yr.; 5-9.99 years: 20 days/yr.; 10-19.99 years: 25 days/yr.; 20+ years: 27 days/yr.
Administrative Leave7 days per year for FLSA Exempt employees.
Sick Leave96 hours of sick leave are earned each year with no maximum accrual.
Bereavement LeaveMaximum of 40 hours for each occurrence in the immediate family.
Health Plan Including Dental Insurance And Vision InsuranceCoverage under the Butte County Health Plan is for employees and their eligible dependents. Depending upon the plan selected by the employee, the County contributes a substantial amount of the total cost of the complete health package, which consists of medical, vision, and dental insurance.
Currently, the amount the County contributes toward family coverage is $ 1,438.42 per month. For those employees who have health coverage from other sources, and who elect to not participate in the Butte County Health Plan, the County offers a monthly taxable Cash-Back allowance. The current of the taxable Cash-Back allowance is $550.00 per month (prorated for less than fulltime employees).
Teamsters-Mid Management Medical Insurance Plans and RatesLife InsuranceThe County provides $25,000 in life insurance with additional coverage available at a minimal cost.
The County offers a 457 Deferred Compensation program. Deposits into this plan are strictly voluntary and are made through a payroll deduction on a tax-deferred basis. The County does not make contributions to the employees' Deferred Compensation accounts.
Disability InsuranceFor short-term disability, the County participates in California State Disability Insurance (SDI) fund. County employees are also covered by an employee-paid long-term disability program. The long-term disability insurance benefit is 60% of the disabled employee's biweekly wage.
Flexible Spending ProgramCounty employees can elect to participate in a Flexible Spending Program. This program allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to pay for certain health care and/or dependent care expenses. In addition, employees can choose to have their portion of the monthly Health Plan premium withheld from their checks on a pre-tax basis as well.
Generally, employees who participate in the Flexible Spending Program have less taxes withheld for their payroll checks than if they had elected not to do so.
Tuition ReimbursementUp to $500/year.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)The County of Butte provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services.
Refer to specific labor agreements (BCEA-General) for additional benefit information.BUTTE COUNTY IS AN
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Butte County Human Resources Department3 County Center Drive, Oroville, CA 95965(530) 552.3552Comments, please email: personnel@buttecounty.net01Your responses to the following questions and any information in your application may be used to make a better assessment of your qualifications. This questionnaire may be used to rate your qualifications and to determine your ranking on the eligible list.
Thus, it is to your advantage to be as clear and thorough as possible when completing the supplemental questions. Any combination of training, experience and educational degrees that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. Substitutions will be made on a year for year basis.
A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in information technology management, computer science, business or public administration, or a related field; and Seven (7) years of increasingly responsible experience in developing, administering, and implementing information technology programs specific to specialty area assigned, including four (4) years of supervisory experience. *Please explain how you meet the minimum qualifications listed.
In your explanation, please include reference to work experience detailed in this application.02What answer accurately reflects the number of years' of increasingly responsible experience in developing, administering, and implementing information technology programs. *One year equals 2,080 hours.
Less than one (1) year1 - 2 years2 - 3 years3 - 4 years4 - 5 years5 - 6 years6 - 7 years7 - 8 years8 - 9 years9 - 10 yearsmore than 10 years03What answer accurately reflects the number of years’ of experience developing, administering, and implementing information technology programs are related to health care systems? *One year equals 2,080 hoursLess than two (2) years2 - 4 years4 - 6 years6 - 8 years8 - 10 yearsmore than 10 years04What answer accurately reflects the number of years' experience of lead or supervisor experience. *One year equals 2,080 hours.less than four (4) years4 - 5 years5 - 6 yearsMore than 6 years05Summarize your work experience and level of responsibility as a lead or supervisor as indicated in your answer to Supplemental Question #4.06What answer accurately reflects the total number of staff supervised in your experience of lead or supervisor?0-5 staff6 - 10 staff11 - 15 staff16 - 20 staffmore than 20 staff07Summarize your work experience and level of responsibility related to your answer to Supplemental Question #608Please list any relevant network certifications you possess.09What is your highest level of education completed?
High school diploma or GED equivalentSome collegeAssociate's degreeBachelor's degreeMaster's degree or higherNone of the above10Do you possess a US Driver's License?
YesNo11How did you discover this job opportunity?
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