Job Description

The City of Mandan, North Dakota is currently accepting applications for the full-time position of: 

Computer and Information Systems Manager - (Grade 21)

Position Details:

Estimated Salary Range: $71,167.51 - $88,959.38 (Depending on experience)

Status: Exempt | Full-time

Closing Date:  September 8th, 2024 (end of day)

*Applications without a resume will be disqualified. 

100% employer paid single plan health insurance premiums!

JOB OVERVIEW

The Computer and Information Systems (CIS) Manager will plan, coordinate, and implement computer-related activities by determining the technology needs of the City of Mandan and make hardware- and software-related decisions to meet those needs.

MAJOR DUTIES:

• Collaborates with users, vendors, technicians, and managers to understand and assess computing and system needs and requirements.
• Communicates the goals, policies, and procedures of the City of Mandan, develops plans to implement these needs
• Evaluates current and future technology use and needs of the City of Mandan and recommends software and hardware improvements.
• Responsible for backup, security, and user help systems.
• Remains current on advances in technology. 
• Provides technical support to users.
• Prepares and delivers operational or project progress reports.
• Implements and oversees operational budget and expenditures.
• Develops budget information for city information technology needs.
• Purchases, installs, maintains, troubleshoots, repairs, and updates IT hardware including desktops, servers, switches, printers, and scanners.
• Manages user accounts for network access, data storage, and email.
• Manages city and department internet domain addresses.
• Maintains inventory of computers, monitors, cabling, software, and other hardware.
• Manages the city phone network.
• Manages the city’s off-site backup software.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

SKILLS:

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of IT programs, policies, activities, and procedures.
• Knowledge of budget preparation and management principles.
• Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
• Skill in planning, organizing, and implementing IT programs and activities.
• Skill in understanding and interpreting policies and procedures.
• Skill in the maintenance of network, software, and server needs.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Ability to explain technical problems and implement solutions to those without technological training.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a baccalaureate degree in a course of study of computer science, or related field is preferred.
• Experience sufficient in computer science, software updates, and server infrastructure planning, usually interpreted to require three to five years of related experience is preferred.

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NOTES:

• Applicants who are residents of North Dakota and eligible to claim veteran’s preference must include Form DD-214. Claims for disabled veteran’s preferences must also include Form DD-214 and a letter less than one year old from the Dept. of Veteran’s Affairs indicating disability; claims for preference as the eligible spouse of a disabled or deceased veteran must include Form DD-214, a marriage certificate, and a letter less than one year old from Dept. of Veteran’s Affairs indication disability, or the veteran’s death certificate.
• Applicants who may need additional job information or may require accommodation or assistance with the application or interview process should contact Human Resources.
• Applicants are subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks. 
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
• The City of Mandan is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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