Information Technology Asset Manager

Minnesota IT Services; Saint Paul (MN); Hybrid; USD 58,839 - 95,672; Full time

Job summary

A government IT agency is seeking an experienced Information Technology Asset Manager to oversee software asset management. The role includes tracking software licenses, ensuring compliance, and managing vendor relationships. Applicants should have at least two years of experience in IT procurement or software asset management, with proficiency in Microsoft Configuration Manager and data analysis tools like Excel. The position requires onsite work in Saint Paul, Minnesota, with some telework flexibility.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of IT experience supporting software asset management.
• Experience managing software renewals and procurement.

Responsibilities

• Manage full lifecycle of software assets including inventory and compliance.
• Track and record software licenses, ensuring adherence to agreements.
• Lead the software purchasing process and coordinate with vendors.

Skills

Asset Management tools proficiency (Microsoft Configuration Manager)

Data analysis skills (Excel)

Knowledge of software licensing models

Understanding of IT service management

Vendor relationship management

Effective communication skills

Customer service skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology

Associate’s degree in IT related field

Job description

Information Technology Asset Manager

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This role serves our partners at the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) within the Department of Public Safety (DPS). MNIT BCA provides comprehensive IT operations and support services, custom application development, and dedicated business-specific support functions for investigative and specialized law enforcement services.

Pay Range

Base pay range: $58,839.00/yr - $95,672.00/yr

Job Summary

As an IT Software Asset Manager, you will manage the full lifecycle of software assets for the organization, including inventory, license compliance, maintenance renewals, and procurement. Responsibilities include tracking and recording software licenses, ensuring compliance with agreements and warranties, and maximizing the value of software investments using tools such as Microsoft Configuration Manager and ManageEngine Asset Explorer. The role also leads the software purchasing process, coordinating with vendors, negotiating quotes, creating purchase orders, and aligning acquisitions with business needs. Working closely with IT, Procurement, and business divisions, as well as MNIT DPS Finance and Contracts teams, this position ensures adherence to procurement and fiscal policies while developing and maintaining procedures for effective software asset management and purchasing.

Location & Telework

This position requires an employee to be onsite at 1430 Maryland Ave E, St Paul, Minnesota up to 3 days per week with the opportunity to work from a telework location on other days. Telework for Minnesota IT Services is available on a limited basis. Employees will be required to meet current telework eligibility requirements.

Qualifications

Position requires a minimum of two (2) years of IT related experience in supporting software asset management (SAM), IT procurement, or IT Asset Management.

• Proficiency in Asset Management tools, especially Microsoft Configuration Manager and Manage Engine Asset Explorer.
• Proficiency with Excel or other data analysis tools for tracking, reconciling, and reporting software inventory and license data.
• Familiarity with software licensing models (e.g., Microsoft, Adobe, Oracle, or SaaS based tools).
• Basic understanding of IT service management (ITSM) and configuration management databases (CMDB).
• Experience managing software renewals, procurement, and vendor relationships.
• Ability to deliver effective verbal or written messages that facilitate a mutual understanding on both parties.
• Customer service skills that include active listening, empathy, and problem-solving.

A bachelor’s degree or higher in Information Technology or an IT related field substitutes for two (2) years of experience, OR an IT or related associate’s degree substitutes for one (1) year.

EEO Statement

Minnesota IT Services does not participate in E-Verify. Minnesota IT Services will not sponsor applicant for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.