Information Systems Manager (Vacancy)

Definition

The City of Columbus Department of Public Utilities (DPU) provides Water, Water Reclamation and Electric services. Currently, we use a Project Management Information System referred to as PMIS. This software solution was developed by Arcadis and is used to track critical information related to Capital Projects (including construction) and Capital Budgets. This system is used by DPU, as well as the Departments of Public Service, Recreation and Parks and Finance.

This role will be responsible for managing the development, implementation and maintenance of the Project Management System (PMIS) and other critical systems in the department.

Key duties include:

• Serves as the system administrator for assigned systems
• Responsible for overseeing the technical support and maintenance of key systems, including the coordination efforts of both internal and external stakeholders
• Responsible for managing system implementations, upgrades and replacement projects related to PMIS and other key systems
• Coordinates with the Department of Technology and vendors to provide technical and project support for PMIS and other key systems, while complying with guidelines and standards established by the Department of Technology
• Evaluates existing and new software solutions to provide recommendations to business units and IT stakeholders on their review
• Responsible for software roadmap creation and RACI (Responsible, Accountable, Consulted, and Informed) development

Under general direction, is responsible for managing the development, implementation, and maintenance of information processing and reporting systems; performs related duties as required.

Examples of Work

(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties that may be performed.)

Develops, implements, and provides technical support for information processing systems;

Confers with the Department of Technology personnel or outside consultants for the development and implementation of information support services;

Develops and implements proposals for solving administrative problems in the processing of information within the system;

Evaluates information systems operations for compliance with the budget and necessary repairs, scheduling periodic maintenance as appropriate;

Evaluates the utility and cost effectiveness of existing information processing systems, recommending and initiating required changes to systems as appropriate;

Supervises or trains personnel engaged in the department’s information processing activities;

Confers with management and supervisory personnel in the development and implementation of information support services, processes, and procedures; ensures that proposed systems will adhere to minimum guidelines and standards that are developed by the Department of Technology;

Coordinates work flow between the division or department and the Department of Technology;

Prepares information systems budget and recommendations for system improvement;

Attends professional information systems seminars, staff meetings, and policy planning sessions.

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of a bachelor’s degree and three (3) years of experience in the development, analysis, and implementation of management information systems. Substitution(s): A master’s degree in Business Administration, Computer and Information Science, or a closely related field may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience.

Test/Job Contact Information

Recruitment #: 24-0869-V1

Employment Type: Full-Time (Regular)

Should you have questions regarding this vacancy, please contact:

Lindsay Tartt

Department of Public Utilities

Office of the Public Director

910 Dublin Rd.

Columbus, Ohio 43215

P: (614) 645-5802

E: lmrobinson@columbus.gov

Applicants may inspect and acquire a copy of the City of Columbus, Department of Public Utilities EEO Plan by visiting the DPU website at http://utilities.columbus.gov/

The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer 

The City of Columbus seeks to promote compensation strategies that maximize the recruitment, performance, development, and retention of quality employees in support of the City’s Covenant and strategic plan. In addition to a competitive pay plan, the City offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes the following:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short-term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

Specifics about these benefit opportunities and eligibility can be discussed with one of the City’s human resources professionals at the time of your interview or by contacting the Department of Human Resources, Labor Relations Office at (614)645-7206 for further information.

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