Information Technology Manager 3

State of Connecticut - Office of the State Comptroller; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Connecticut - Office of the State Comptroller is seeking a dynamic Information Technology Manager 3 to lead Core-CT development teams delivering HRMS and Financial services. The role partners with OSC management, business, and stakeholders to ensure high-quality technology solutions.

The position requires in-depth Oracle PeopleSoft/ERP knowledge, strong leadership, and a track record of delivering complex IT projects within a public-sector environment.

Qualifications

• Ten (10) years of experience in computer or network administration, architecture, operations, production control, systems development, information technology analysis and planning.
• One (1) year of the General Experience must have been in a managerial capacity.
• Substitutions allowed include college training & degrees as described.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes and manages operations of an information technology services unit.
• Coordinate, plan and manage solution architecture projects.
• Direct the planning, design and implementation of complex storage solutions.
• Oversee IT projects from conception to completion.
• Interface with clients/customers and management to set priorities.

Skills

Plan & Deploy for Business Results

Lead Change

Results & Quality Focus

Understand Customers & Markets

Lead People

Build Coalitions

Business Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Master's degree in Computer Science / MIS

Tools

PeopleSoft 9.2

PeopleTools

PeopleCode

Application Engine

Component Interfaces

SQR

ESP Scheduler

Job description

Introduction

The State of Connecticut, Office of the State Comptroller (OSC) is seeking a dynamic business and technology leader for the position of�Information Technology Manager 3�within Core-CT. The Core-CT division runs the State of Connecticut's PeopleSoft based Enterprise Resource Planning system.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

View our State Employee Benefits Overview page! Opportunities to invest in your professional growth and development with training programs, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for advancement within the State of Connecticut. Connecticut is a strong community with a lot to offer in entertainment, food and shopping, recreation in our beautiful state parks and forests, diverse culture, and rich history. Learn more about all Connecticut has to offer.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

Full-Time, 40 hours per week Monday through Friday Location: 165 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT 06106

ABOUT THIS ROLE

This position will have management responsibilities for the development teams focused on the delivery of key HRMS and Financial services within Core-CT. It will work closely with OSC management, business, and functional teams, as well as other business stakeholders.

The responsibilities of this position include the day‑to‑day coordination of system activities and oversite of the development teams. This role requires a strong background in Oracle PeopleSoft or considerable knowledge of ERP systems and integrations.

ABOUT US

The Office of the State Comptroller (OSC) is an agency whose mission is to provide accounting and financial services, administer employee and retiree benefits, develop accounting policy and exercise accounting oversight, and prepare financial reports for the state, federal and municipal governments, and the public.

We are located in the State Office Building at 165 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT. This state‑of‑the‑art building offers free garage parking, an on‑site cafeteria, and ergonomic workspaces.

The Core‑CT Technology Division is an inter‑agency team that supports and helps maintain Core‑CT, used by over 10,000 state employees for financial, human resources, and payroll functions. The division maintains and upgrades Core‑CT, provides analysis, maintains the comptroller's technical infrastructure, and is responsible for web development for the comptroller's communication sites.

Purpose of job class (NATURE OF WORK)

Within a state agency information technology division these classes are accountable for the management and direction of information systems, applications development, systems maintenance, and similar information technology functions as well as technical and support staff.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Plans, organizes and manages all operations and activities of an information technology services unit, division, function or location; Responsible for meeting all data processing or information technology needs of the respective unit, division, function or location; establishes priorities for systems development and information technology projects in accordance with agency requirements; Coordinates, plans and manages solution architecture projects; Directs the planning, design and implementation of complex storage solution configuration; Develops plans for future utilization information technology services in the overall agency program; Within the financial resources of the agency ensuring the development of high quality, low-cost technology solutions aligned with the needs of the State and its agencies; Aligns information technology planning with the business strategy; Leads and influences the development of standards and decisions regarding changes to systems/applications; Manages information systems activities within areas such as IT infrastructure and architecture, applications development, networks, computer operations and support; Oversees information technology projects from conception to completion; Works with leadership team to maximize cross-team contributions; Leads information technology operations to ensure exceptional quality and timely response to all customer service issues; Interfaces regularly with clients/customers; Stays abreast of local, regional and national industry trends; Understands the major economic, political, technological and competitive trends affecting technology; To capture competitive advantages, searches out challenging opportunities to change, grow, innovate and improve; Compares information technology with those of significant competitors and makes appropriate adjustments; Coordinates the use of key people, resources, technologies, process, and capabilities to reach strategic goals; Sets an example by acting in ways that are consistent with shared department values; Fosters collaboration by promoting cooperative goals, building trust and enlisting others in a common vision; Strengthens staff by providing choice, developing competence and offering visible support; Focuses on continuous learning for self and staff; Actively acknowledges individual and team accomplishments; Leverages technological solutions to meet business needs; Participates in the recruitment and hiring of staff, including outreach, interview and selection; Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Plan and Deploy for Business Results, which includes the ability to develop and implement business plans, IT plans, budget plans, and human resource plans in order to maximize budget allocations, technology, personnel and other resources to achieve agency and program goals. Lead Change, which includes innovation, the ability to be a creative problem solver and a strategic thinker, and the ability to recognize and develop opportunities to grow and develop information technology services in response to customers and a changing work environment. Focus on Results and Quality, including exercising and promoting accountability, and the ability to analyze surveys, financial and other data, and use strategic planning and performance measurement techniques to continuously improve performance and maintain competitiveness. Understand Customers and Markets, which includes the ability to establish customer satisfaction and loyalty, forecast and conduct market analyses, keep ahead of industry trends and incorporate “best practices” into information technology operations. Lead People, including the ability to resolve conflict, communicate effectively, coach and train employees, recognize performance, and foster diversity and teamwork. Build Coalitions,

including the ability to explain and advocate facts and ideas in a convincing manner, to negotiate with individuals and groups internally and externally, to gain cooperation from others, and to identify the internal and external politics that impact the work of the organization. Business Knowledge,

including knowledge of the technical, professional, procedural and legal requirements of the specific information technology area.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Ten (10) years of experience in computer or network administration, architecture, operations, production control, systems development, information technology analysis and planning.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

One (1) year of the General Experience must have been in a managerial capacity.

NOTE: For state employees this experience is interpreted at the level of an Information Technology Manager 2.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

College training in computer science, management information systems or a closely related field may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor’s degree. A Master’s degree in computer science, management information systems or a closely related field may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred Qualifications: Experience with ERP Systems, specifically PeopleSoft 9.2. Experience in Human Resources, Time and Labor, Benefits, Payroll, Pension, CRM, and Financial applications. Experience managing Peoplesoft applications or a similar ERP system. Experience with software development lifecycle including application development practices such as impact analysis, resource allocation, version control, and change management. Experience with PeopleTools, PeopleCode, Application Engine, Component Interfaces, SQR, and underlaying technologies including ESP Scheduler, Integrations, APIs and Interfaces with vendors and state-wide agencies. Experience with PUM, PeopleTools Upgrades and application patching process. Experience managing resources in Cloud environment. Experience with Oracle database tables and structures, views, functions, and indexes. Experience with NIST information security standards and guidelines. Experience with State Human Resources and Labor policies and procedures. Experience within leadership roles and responsibilities. Experience in project management. Experience analyzing information technology system problems and implementing effective solutions. Experience communicating with diverse groups, both in writing and verbally.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.