Director (ACP)

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 83,718 - 156,933; Full time

Job summary

The City of New York is seeking a Computer Systems Manager to lead a team in the NYC Department of Design and Construction. This position requires a strong background in IT project management, overseeing technical initiatives, and ensuring quality compliance across projects.

Ideal candidates will possess a master’s degree in computer science and relevant management experience. The salary range is $83,718.00 – $156,933.00, commensurate with experience and qualifications, and residency in New York City is not required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in computer science and 3 years of IT experience including 18 months in a managerial role.
• Bachelor's degree with 4 years of IT experience including management.
• 6 years of IT experience with a high school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of senior developers and oversee key cross-agency initiatives.
• Ensure adherence to project schedules and budgets while managing quality.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders to meet business requirements.

Skills

Software development project management

Agile methodology

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in computer science

Bachelor's degree in computer science

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Version control systems

Project management software

Bug tracking systems

Job description

COMPUTER SYSTEMS MANAGER - 10050

Hours: Full-Time – 35 Hours. Work Location: 30-30 Thomson Avenue, LIC, NY 11101.

Only candidates who are permanent in the Computer Systems Manager title, those who are reachable on the DDC Promotional List (Exam #4524), or reachable on the Open-Competitive List (Exam #4035) may apply. Please include a copy of your Notice of Results card or indicate if you are already permanent in the title. If you do not meet the previously mentioned civil service criteria, you will not be considered for an interview.

The NYC Department of Design and Construction is seeking to hire a Director to lead a team of senior developers. Working in the Information Technology Services Division and reporting to the agency Assistant Commissioner of Applications Development, the successful candidate will provide oversight of resources responsible for the implementation of key cross-agency information management initiatives utilizing standard PMO techniques. The Director will support the product management team to achieve commitments by leveraging and providing innovative technological solutions, ensuring continuous progress and success. Additional functions include ensuring consistent methodology across projects, code review, identifying and producing common metrics, ensuring schedule adherence, adhering to budget achievement and benefits realization, communicating with key business stakeholders to ensure solutions meet business requirements, identifying cross-project interdependencies, risks and business change impacts, leading regular project reviews with the appropriate audience driving accountability and quality assurance, and managing vendors contracted for various phases of the project implementation. The position is expected to provide a sustainable yet malleable framework for managing and scaling short and long term IT initiatives to ensure they are brought to fruition on time, on budget and with the highest level of quality for the industry.

Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position. NYC Department of Design and Construction does not provide sponsorship for international employees for visa applications, extensions or status changes, including STEM/OPT visas. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that they meet all qualifying requirements for this position, at the time of application.

Minimum Qualifications

• A master's degree in computer science from an accredited college or university and three (3) years of progressively more responsible, full-time, satisfactory experience in Information Technology (IT) including applications development, systems development, data communications and networking, database administration, data processing, or user services. At least eighteen (18) months of this experience must have been in an administrative, managerial or executive capacity in the areas of applications development, systems development, data communications and networking, database administration, data processing or in the supervision of staff performing these duties; or
• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and four (4) years of progressively more responsible, full-time, satisfactory experience as described in "1" above; or
• A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent, and six (6) years of progressively more responsible, full-time, satisfactory experience as described in "1" above; or
• A satisfactory combination of education and experience equivalent to "1", "2" or "3" above. However, all candidates must have at least a four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and must possess at least three (3) years of experience as described in "1" above, including the eighteen (18) months of administrative, managerial, executive or supervisory experience as described in "1" above.

In the absence of a baccalaureate degree, undergraduate credits may be substituted for a maximum of two (2) years of the required experience in IT on the basis of 30 semester credits for six (6) months of the required experience. Graduate credits in computer science may be substituted for a maximum of one (1) year of the required experience in IT on the basis of 30 graduate semester credits in computer science for one (1) year of the required IT experience. However, undergraduate and/or graduate credits may not be substituted for the eighteen (18) months of experience in an administrative, managerial, executive, or supervisory capacity as described in "1" above.

Preferred Skills

• Preference will be given to candidates with five years software development project management experience responsible for implementing SDLC and other related governance, procedures, policies and supporting business systems (version control, bug tracking, product support, project management). Knowledge and experience with Agile methodology is a must. Experience in managing multiple teams and vendors in complex initiatives both grassroot development and customized Commercial Over the Shelf (COTS). Previous software product development experience within a structured software development environment, with knowledge of software build tools, test methodologies, techniques, and processes. Previous experience with NYC construction contracts processes and/or systems is a plus, excellent leadership, collaboration, and communication (written, verbal and presentation) skills. Strong understanding of business goals and standards for customer service, innovative problem solver, strong analytical and critical problem-solving skills.

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55‑a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55‑a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City Residency is not required for this position.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

Salary: $83,718.00 – $156,933.00