Technology Strategist - Project Management Office at City of Fort Lauderdale – Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Position Title: Technology Strategist - Project Management Office

Department: Information Technology Services

Job Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $85,379.21 - $132,344.16 Annually

Job Number: FP047-13

Location FL 33301, FL

Description:
POSITION SUMMARY

This is advanced professional, technical, and administrative work of more than average difficulty in research, design, planning, procurement, and implementation of technology solutions; recommends technology for meeting business needs; leads technology upgrade initiatives; and collaborates with staff external to the immediate team as well as vendors. Position will have a focus in project management, application administration or technology support.

This job classification is included within the bargaining unit represented by Federation of Public Employees and therefore is subject to the terms and conditions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Fort Lauderdale and Federation of Public Employees.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position.

• Participates in the development, implementation and maintenance of a department-wide project management framework and reporting process
• Develops cost-benefit analyses and statements
• Makes recommendations for improvements in information systems methodologies and procedures
• Develops, documents and implements workflows and procedures
• Performs analysis and recommends purchases of new technology hardware, software and peripherals
• Identifies information system problems; develops solutions and recommendations
• Develops Request for Proposals (RFP) documents, serves as part of evaluation committee and provides narrative for selection recommendation
• Manages or coordinates technology projects and other initiatives as assigned
• Coordinates with outside vendors and City customer department personnel to ensure information technology initiatives are completed
• Develops deployment schedules and task identification and resource assignment for technology projects and initiatives
• Participates in various aspects of hardware, software application administration, support and maintenance
• Coordinates response to technology incidents and communicates response progress to customers and other information technology team members
• Provides after hours technology support as needed
• Develops end user training plans and conducts training
• Stays abreast of developments in the technology field
• Performs related work as required

APPLICATION SERVICES AND IT PUBLIC SAFETY DIVISIONS

• Develops and deploys scripts and tools to automate or facilitate workflows

BUSINESS RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT SERVICES DIVISION

• Manage project portfolio to balance project work according to strategic benefits and resource availability
• Lead Team members to ensure project work adheres to standards and procedures
• Manage all aspects of multiple related and unrelated projects through the complete project life cycle process, from project initiation to closeout, including continuous monitoring, control and communications.
• Assist the division manager with verifying that projects produce the required deliverables of quality, within the specified constraints of time and cost and to achieve the potential benefits defined in the business case

JOB REQUIREMENTS, PREFERENCES & WORK ENVIRONMENT

1. Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or other related field
2. Three (3) to five (5) years of experience planning and managing or administering technology related projects or systems. Additional qualifying experience or completion of coursework at an accredited college or university in a job-related field, may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required experience or education.
   
3. Possess or be able to obtain a valid State of Florida driver’s license within 30 days of hire.
4. Successfully complete an in-depth employment background check - will be conducted as part of the post offer onboarding process
   
5. If claiming Veteran's Preference, candidates must attach a DD214 Member 4 form, and the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim form (J-204) to the online application.

PREFERENCES:

1. Experience leading a technical team preferred.
2. Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) or other project management certification.

As public servants, employees may be required to work immediately before, during, and/or after an emergency. All employees must be available and able to work assigned shifts as determined by their Department Heads.

PHYSICAL STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

The position is generally sedentary. Employees sit most of the time but may walk or stand for brief periods of time. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

HOW TO APPLY & SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; interview; employment record, background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position.

The City of Fort Lauderdale is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, inclusive employer and Drug Free Workplace. The City of Fort Lauderdale does not discriminate based on age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.

Veterans' preference per Florida law. If claiming Veteran's Preference, candidates must attach a DD214 Member 4 form, and the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim form(J-204) to the online application.

Benefits:

The City of Fort Lauderdale offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance.

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In addition to the competitive benefits package and salary, the City of Fort Lauderdale participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) which offers an investment option and a pension option and requires a 3% contribution from employees. All new City of Fort Lauderdale employees are automatically enrolled in FRS. Click here to view additional information on the Florida Retirement System.