Information Technology Manager 1

What You’ll Do:

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This position is responsible for:

• Acts as second managerial level in Ohio Department of Agriculture’s (ODA) Office of Information Technology and works under administrative direction of Chief Information Officer (CIO) & requires thorough knowledge of management in order to assist CIO in defining ODA’s Office of Information Technology goals & objectives; acts on behalf of & represents CIO

• Provides oversight of the design, documentation, implementation, support, and costs of all ODA IT computing, networking, cybersecurity, data governance, data analytics, and telecommunications systems

• Serves as lead technical resource in supporting ODA IT engineering, construction, and support activity

• Prepares and publishes quality of service reports and maintenance notices

• Plans, develops, implements, and oversees change control processes

• Develops, implements, utilizes, and maintains processes in assigned program areas (e.g., system management, system security, cybersecurity, data governance, data analytics)

• Maintains system security process (e.g., security and access within systems including who has access, what access is granted and how it is managed)

• Creates & manages cybersecurity process building a process from scratch that will ensure ODA framework (e.g., servers, workstations, systems) remains secure (e.g., determine the tool to use for process, determine how that tool will work within ODA framework, develop plan for implementation and management of process, monitor output from tools & evaluate effectiveness, make adjustments as needed);

• Oversees data governance process (e.g., oversee data storage, use, lifecycle & retention, accessibility, management of PII & CPI)

• Utilizes and oversees data analytics to determine how it can improve and/or change processes

• Maintains an effective and ongoing interface with the other divisions and departments in the operation of ODA

• Plans, develops, implements, and oversees ODA property management systems and audits

• Communicates with division leadership to determine IT equipment needs, coordinates purchases for agency IT equipment needs & works with vendors for required product specifications

• Management of ODA Teams Channels within Microsoft Teams

• Represents agency on committees, boards, & commissions & acts as CIO in their absence when assigned

• Attends work related seminars &/or classes, reads technical instruction manuals, & travels to attend meetings & conferences

• Oversees and implements special projects & provides training & direction to ODA staff in other divisions &/or offices

We Support Diversity and Inclusion:

ODA values its internal diversity and pledges to cultivate an inclusive and engaging environment for all employees where differences are embraced and celebrated. The agency commits to building a workforce that champions the advancement of these principles and initiatives. The values on which these efforts are founded are respect, empathy, transparency, equality, and equal access.

What’s in it for you:

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage

• Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the Ohio Med PPO plan.

Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance

• Dental, vision and basic life insurance premiums are available the following month after your hire date.

Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance

• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth/Adoption leave

Ohio Public Employees Retirement System

• OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of his/her salary towards his/her retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary. Visit the OPERS website

Deferred Compensation

• The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website

Maternity Benefits

• 12 weeks paid childbirth leave at 70% with option to supplement to 100%
• Expanded maternity health care benefits available to state employees enrolled in the Ohio Med PPO and Ohio Med NN (narrow network) medical plan options. Several prenatal, childbirth, and post-childbirth services are provided at no out-of-pocket cost to employees utilizing network providers.
• Examples of services now covered by network providers at 100% include:

o Prenatal care, including physician visits and examinations.

o Home health care services designated as maternity care (for expectant members on bed rest).

o Inpatient claims for all types of delivery.

o Inpatient NICU claims, from birth through discharge.

o Postpartum care, including office visits for follow-up, and procedures/treatments directly related to maternity.

• Medications prescribed for both antepartum and postpartum conditions (e.g., morning sickness, postpartum depression). Medical services provided by non-network providers will be processed at the applicable coinsurance, deductible, and out-of-pocket limits.
• Prescription drugs that are directly related to maternity care are covered with no copay. The State of Ohio has collaborated with the prescription drug third-party administrator (OptumRx) to provide a list of covered medications that can be approved for zero copay via prior authorization from providers.

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

• Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

8 1/2 years (102 months) experience commensurate with job duties to be performed & knowledges & skills required as outlined in approved position description on file for position to be filled as advertised in job posting; 18 months experience in performing project management functions as defined in series purpose.


OR
Completion of undergraduate core coursework in computer science, or completion of undergraduate core coursework in any academic major which included at least one course in each of the following: advanced-level computer programming language (for example, COBOL, Delphi, Java, Powerbuilder, Visual Basic, Pl 1, SAS PCS, Pacbase, Full Visual Suite, Designer 2000, Developer 2000, C, C++, Visual C, ECL, or Visual Studio), logic-based mathematics, data base concepts (for example, Oracle, Microsoft Access, Paradox, Sybase, IMS DB, DB2, Cache, DMS, or RDMS), computer systems analysis & design, & basic data processing concepts; additional 6 1/2 years (78 mos.) exp. commensurate with job duties to be performed & knowledges & skills required as outlined in approved position description on file for position to be filled as advertised in job posting.; 18 months experience in performing project management functions as defined in series purpose.


OR
12 months experience as Information Technology Supervisor 3, 64119, or equivalent. Or in offices of statewide information technology policy & planning, positions require completion of undergraduate core coursework in computer science, or completion of undergraduate core coursework in any academic major which included at least one course in each of the following: advanced-level computer programming language (for example, COBOL, Delphi, Java, Powerbuilder, Visual Basic, Pl 1, SAS PCS, Pacbase, Full Visual Suite, Designer 2000, Developer 2000, C, C++, Visual C, ECL, or Visual Studio), logic-based mathematics, data base concepts (for example, Oracle, Microsoft Access, Paradox, Sybase, IMS DB, DB2, Cache, DMS, or RDMS), computer systems analysis & design, & basic data processing concepts; 3 years' experience in utilizing word processing software; 3 years' experience in utilizing internet browser(s) for research; 54 months experince which included following: knowledge of information technology architecture components, developing information technology strategic plans, preparing & making presentations/public speaking, writing information technology related policy & procedures, preparing & monitoring budget, providing cost & resources estimates, & contract management; 2 years' experience in utilizing e-mail system; 18 months experience in project management or lead role on information technology project;12 months experience in utilizing spreadsheet software; 12 months experience as Information Technology Supervisor 3, 64119, or equivalent.


OR
Equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

This position is overtime exempt.

If you require an accommodation for the interview process or the position, please notify the assigned recruiter.



Unusual Working Conditions :
Work involves operations of computer terminal for long periods of time; overtime may be required; travel may be required which may include overnight stay; may be required to be on-call 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.

This position is Unclassified 124.11 (A) (9), Ohio Revised Code

For Questions Regarding This Posting Please Contact:
Keary Sorgini
View email address on jobs.institutedata.com

The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

All final applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointments. Testing will also be performed for the presence of marijuana. An applicant with a positive test shall not be offered employment unless the applicant submits medical documentation of legally prescribed medications or a recommendation for medical marijuana.

The final candidate selected for the position will be required to complete a review of records of the Ohio Department of Taxation (ODT) concerning compliance requirements for timely filing and, if applicable, payment of personal income taxes, as well as timely filing and, if applicable, payment of school district income taxes if reside(d) in a taxing school district.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.