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Information Technology Director
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Town of Newtown
Newtown, CT (In Person)
$140,000 Salary, Full-Time
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Town of Newtown
Job Title
Information Technology Director
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DIRECTOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
GENERALSTATEMENT OF DUTIES
The purpose of this position is to develop, administer, secure, manage, monitor and maintain data/voice systems and networks working closely with Town departments to ensure that the design and implementation provide reliable, integrated and secure information systems that meet the requirements presented by the town selected software and GIS. This is accomplished by overseeing development of technology strategies and policies around information systems to ensure security and consistency; purchasing of all Town computing devices, software and network equipment; planning for and budgeting for needed maintenance, upgrades and enhancements. The Director of Information Technology is required to exercise considerable independent judgment in administering and managing Town information systems and technology and is responsible for securing and improving upon efficiency and effectiveness of all areas under their direction and control.SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under the supervision of the First SelectmanSUPERVISION EXERCISED
Oversees and manages all department staff including GIS.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
(including but not limited to)- Plans, schedules, coordinates and oversees the operation of the Information Technology Department including recruiting, hiring, supervising and evaluating staff
- Oversees fiscal management of the IT budget, including creation and management of the department budget and ing for grants when available
- Researches, implements and manages systems to ensure the security of all data systems and the network
- Maintains appropriate IT security posture, including system security and end-user training
- On call 24 X 7, 365 for critical municipal or police work
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY
- Thorough knowledge of information technology principles, concepts and component use with a focus on cyber security
- Extensive knowledge of network operating systems
- Working knowledge of financial systems and applications
- Strong knowledge of GIS
- Working knowledge of municipal operations and services
- Strong experience in analyzing computer problems on a Windows-based system and solution
- Ability to maintain data communications between buildings which include routers, switches, VPN's and fiber
- Strong knowledge of federal and state laws affecting IT EDUCATION, TRAINING
AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's degree in computer science required plus 7-10 years' experience of IT development, project management, operations, network and support experience in organizations similar to municipalities.
- Master's degree preferred
- Five years of experience administering Windows PC networks
- Five plus years of supervisory experience
- Proven experience demonstrating a deep understanding of data systems and multimedia
- Experience in a municipal environment preferred
- Technical certifications to support IT products (CISCO, VOIP, etc.) preferred
- GIS experience preferred Salary Range $135000.