Enterprise Systems Leader — Local Government

Galveston; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Galveston seeks a motivated Business Systems Manager to lead the enterprise applications portfolio, coordinate with departments, and drive system improvements. You will manage application support, oversee implementations, and ensure secure, reliable data across HR, finance, permitting, and public safety functions.

You will supervise staff, guide vendor relationships, and align technology with City goals. Strong leadership and broad IT project experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, information systems, business administration, or related field; ten years of progressively responsible experience in enterprise systems; five years in leadership.
• Experience with municipal/public-sector business systems preferred.
• Certifications in PM/IT service management or business analysis are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversees enterprise applications across departments (HR, payroll, finance, permitting, utility billing, fleet, public safety, court, document management).
• Manages daily operations, upgrades, integrations, reporting, and data security.
• Supervises staff, sets performance expectations, and coordinates with vendors and departments.

Skills

Enterprise application admin

Business process analysis

Project management

SQL

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT/IS/Business

Tools

ERP systems

Relational databases

Reporting tools

Job description

The City of Galveston seeks a motivated Business Systems Manager to lead the enterprise applications portfolio, coordinate with departments, and drive system improvements. You will manage application support, oversee implementations, and ensure secure, reliable data across HR, finance, permitting, and public safety functions.

You will supervise staff, guide vendor relationships, and align technology with City goals. Strong leadership and broad IT project experience are essential.