Information Systems Manager (ERS)
INFORMATION SYSTEMS MANAGER
Employes’ Retirement System (ERS)
Benefits of Working for the City of Milwaukee:
The City of Milwaukee provides a comprehensive benefit program that includes a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, Health and Dental Insurance, Long Term Disability Insurance, Group Life Insurance, Tuition Benefits, Paid Vacation, Eleven Paid Holidays, Paid Sick Leave, and other paid leaves.
THE PURPOSE: The Information Systems Manager is responsible for the planning and management of information technology projects and the information technology environment within ERS. Responsibilities also include development and implementation of system changes and improvements, as well as supervision of on-going information technology support for the department. This position has mission-critical responsibilities with respect to a $5 billion dollar pension system.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Direct the operation of the Milwaukee Employes’ Retirement Information System (MERITS), and manage multiple hardware and software vendors, multiple contractors, and assigned staff.
- Supervise the operations and maintenance of the information technology environments of ERS’ business applications and office automation systems, including disaster recovery sites and services.
- Manage the procurement of business computer systems, professional services, operations/support services, and computer software and equipment, including RFPs, proposal evaluation, vendor selection, and contract development.
- Prepare, maintain, and manage ERS’ information technology plans and related budgets.
- Prepare reports for management, sub committees, and the ERS Board.
- Coordinate with City departments, member agencies, and service providers on ERS information system issues.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Management Information Systems, Computer Science, Business, Accounting, or closely related field from an accredited college or university.
- At least five years of management experience planning and managing large scale information technology projects and budgets, including managing a staff of professionals in a project-oriented team environment.
- NOTE: Equivalent combinations of education and experience may also be considered.
- Residency in the City of Milwaukee within six months of appointment and throughout employment.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
- Government experience, including the development and operation of mission-critical systems.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS:
- Strong analytical, technical, project management, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to effectively manage multiple vendors, contractors, and consultants.
- Highly motivated, self-directed, and well organized.
- Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing to ERS senior management, staff, sub-committees, and the Employes’ Retirement System Board.
- Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with ERS management, Board members, elected officials, staff, and support personnel.
- Initiative, honesty, and integrity.
CURRENT SALARY RANGE (12) IS: $73,627 - $103,077 annually with excellent benefits. Appointment above the minimum is possible.
THE SELECTION PROCESS will be job related and will consist of one or more of the following: training and experience evaluation; written, oral or performance examinations; or other assessment methods. The Department of Employee Relations reserves the right to call only the most qualified candidates to oral and performance examinations. Oral examinations may include written exercises. Selection process component weights will be determined by further analysis of the job. The examination will be held as soon as practical after October 24, 2008. Receipt of applications may be discontinued after this date without prior notice, however, recruitment may continue until the needs of the City have been met. Qualified applicants will be notified by mail of the date, time and place of the examination.
08-122 – MMC (SM) 10/3/08 EEO 101