The Salary Range of this Position will Receive a 2% Cost of Living Adjustment on January 1st, 2027

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City of Port Hueneme Job Openings 

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES - The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

1. Assumes management responsibility for assigned services and activities of the Information Technology Division including the operation of computer systems/software packages, data communications, operating systems and other technological applications; researches products, equipment, and associated vendors.
2. Manages and participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for assigned programs; recommends and administers policies and procedures.
3. Monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; recommends, within departmental policy, appropriate service and staffing levels.
4. Plans, directs, coordinates, and reviews the work plan for information technology staff; assigns work activities, projects, and programs; reviews and evaluates work products, methods, and procedures; meets with staff to identify and resolve problems
5. Selects, trains, motivates, and evaluates information technology personnel; provides or coordinates staff training; works with employees to correct deficiencies; implements discipline and termination procedures.
6. Develops and implements the City’s cybersecurity program to protect City systems, networks, data, and information assets from unauthorized access, cyberattacks, data breaches, and other security threats.
7. Develops, implements, and maintains cybersecurity policies, standards, procedures, and controls; conducts or oversees security risk assessments, vulnerability management, threat monitoring, security testing, and compliance activities; evaluates emerging threats and recommends appropriate safeguards.
8. Develops and implements employee cybersecurity awareness and training programs to promote secure technology practices, protect sensitive information, and reduce organizational exposure to cybersecurity risks.
9. Develops, maintains, and tests IT disaster recovery and business continuity plans, including data backup, system restoration, and recovery procedures; coordinates periodic testing to ensure the resilience of technology systems and continuity of essential City services.
10. Collaborates with Police Department personnel and other public safety stakeholders to ensure technology systems support law enforcement operations, emergency response, interdepartmental coordination, information sharing, and continuity of essential public safety services.
11. Oversees the administration, maintenance, integration, security, and technical support of public safety technology systems, including computer-aided dispatch, records management systems, mobile data systems, digital evidence systems, and other law enforcement technology, as applicable.
12. Oversees and participates in the development and administration of the division’s annual budget; participates in the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; monitors and approves expenditures; implements adjustments.
13. Oversees and participates in maintaining, troubleshooting and upgrading the City's computer network.
14. Plans, consults, researches, programs, installs, maintains, and troubleshoots computer network systems; sets up and maintains all firewall protections; conducts network system and software upgrades; maintains network backup system.
15. Oversees and participates in analyzing system failures/problems; makes hardware and software recommendations as necessary.
16. Oversees and participates in protecting City's business-sensitive information through prevention, detection, and removal of virus/spyware software.
17. Provides for and/or oversees the provision of city-wide computer related training.
18. Develops Requests for Proposals; evaluates submitted proposals to determine technical and business match to the City's needs and requirements; interfaces and negotiates with vendors for products and services.
19. Oversees and participates in diagnosing and resolving complex hardware and/or software problems which impact the network.
20. Evaluates, tests and implements new equipment and software.
21. Manages the City's file, internet, and intranet servers, including the application of related hardware and system software upgrades.
22. Serves as the liaison for the Information Technology Division with other divisions, departments, and outside agencies; negotiates and resolves sensitive and controversial issues.
23. Provides responsible staff assistance to the Deputy City Manager; prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence; conducts a variety of organizational studies, investigations, and operational studies; recommends modifications to information technology programs, policies, and procedures as appropriate.
24. Attends and participates in professional group meetings; maintains awareness of new trends and developments in the field of information technology; incorporates new developments as appropriate.
25. Performs after hours responsibilities as assigned.
26. Performs related duties as assigned.