Information Systems Manager - Fire

Posting Type: Closed Competitive

Work Type: Full Time

Nature of Work: This is supervisory and technical work in the administration and maintenance of departmental specific (finance, personnel, workforce development, library, planning, public works, parks and recreation, etc.) application software and hardware. . It involves management of the computer functions of the entire department to include design, testing, installation, and maintenance of application software and application server(s). It also involves coordinating with the Management Information Systems division of the Department of Administrative Services to ensure that standards in equipment, software, and systems are adhered to as well as close coordination with other division and department leaders. The incumbent in this classification exercises considerable independence in the performance of duties and receives general guidance from a superior.

Education and Experience: The knowledge, skills, and abilities may be acquired through, but are not limited to, the following combination of education and/or experience Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, or related field AND two years of experience in the maintenance and administration of a business application software package and associated hardware OR Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Pay Range: $89,044.80 with step increases to $119,080.00 Annually

Benefits: Forty-hour work week. Paid leave per year: twelve days vacation; five days management; fifteen days sick; and fifteen holidays. Employee's group health insurance, including major medical, vision, and dental, for individual or family. Defined benefit pension plan, plus Social Security, and more. See hr.cityofomaha.org for detailed information.

Who Can Apply: Applicants for a closed competitive posting are required to meet the following: Candidates must be a current or former City of Omaha employee in any of the following categories: Part-time, Seasonal, Classified, Unclassified, or Probationary, who has worked, at the time of application, at least 1,040 cumulative hours within the last 5 years and has been employed by the City at sometime within the last 18 months and who meets the qualifications as set forth in the posting.

How to Apply: Completed City of Omaha employment applications must be submitted using the online application from the City website. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to check and ensure that any and all required application materials and supplemental forms are received by the City of Omaha Human Resources Department by the stated deadline. You may confirm receipt of any materials and forms by contacting the Human Resources Department. If the materials are not received in the Human Resources Department by the stated deadline, they will not be considered. There will be no exceptions to this rule.

Examination Information: The examination will consist of a training and experience form designed to assess job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities of the position. The training and experience form will be given to candidates once their application has been received, reviewed by a recruiter, and accepted to test for the position. The form must be completed and returned to the Human Resources Department by May 6, 2026 (passing score 60%). Final eligibility list will be the training and experience form weighted 100%.

Veteran Points: To claim five (5) points for veteran's preference, you must submit proof of service (such as a DD-214) that includes the date of induction, date of honorable separation, and Social Security number. (You must have completed more than 180 consecutive days of active duty.) To receive an additional five (5) points credit for disability, you must submit proof of eligibility from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs dated within the last 12 months. This information must be submitted to the Human Resources Department by May 6, 2026.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

* Knowledge of the principles and applications of office management, including the uses of computerized office equipment, modern office procedures, and clerical techniques
* Knowledge of departmental specific processes and procedures (financial, human resource, job training, public works, parks and recreation, etc.)
* Knowledge of e-commerce, microcomputer operating systems, network operating systems, and the uses of application programs
* Skill in researching short and long term needs of the assigned department and to plan for the accommodation of those needs
* Ability to prepare and implement projects using standard project planning methodologies
* Ability to communicate and coordinate with project committee members/leaders, MIS, departmental personnel, and others
* Ability to plan, schedule, oversee, and evaluate the work of subordinates
* Ability to conduct research to remain current on the ever changing technologies
* Ability to develop, explain, and install new procedures and to alter them as needs change
* Ability to research and recommend the changes in filing and record keeping systems
* Ability to operate a computer and its attendant software to input data, compile accurate reports, compose concise correspondence, maintain records, and perform other automated functions
* Ability to understand written or oral instructions
* Ability to stand, walk, sit or type up to 50% of the time, and to reach, balance, bend, stoop, squat, or lift up to 25% of the time
* Ability to use up to ten (10) pounds of force occasionally and lesser amounts more frequently to move objects

Essential Functions: Any one position may not perform all of the duties listed, nor do the listed examples include all of the duties that may be performed in positions allocated to this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Detailed responsibilities:
* Coordinates with members of the Management Information Systems division in the research and acquisition of new systems and current system enhancements
* Determines the feasibility of computerizing manual systems or converting older (legacy) systems to systems using current technology
* Designs and recommends systems (hardware, software, connectivity, etc.) to accommodate the proposed plans ensuring compliance with methodologies and procedures established by the Management Information Systems Division
* Supervises and participates in the maintenance and administration of departmental specific applications (financial, personnel, planning, library, job training, public works, parks and recreation, etc.)
* Also supervises and participates in the writing of programs to meet specific needs of the users, and training (including the coordination of vendor provided training) the users in the operation of their systems
* Establishes, implements, and maintains the security policy for departmental specific automated computer systems
* Monitors and manages the progress of departmental projects and compiles reports relating to project costs, time frames, resource utilization, and other pertinent factors
* Coordinates the implementation of new systems and enhancements of current systems with other City departments, Douglas County Information Services, project committees, and other necessary personnel
* Plans, schedules, trains, assigns, follows up on work of, and disciplines subordinate personnel
* Participates in the interview and selection process of subordinate personnel
* Supervises and participates in report generation for departmental personnel as requested
* Performs work process analysis of department and related personnel to increase productivity and avoid duplication of efforts
* Compiles and documents the department technology (software, hardware, license agreements, etc.) budget requests and monitors expenditures
* Maintains knowledge of current technologies through research, periodicals, vendors, user groups, etc.
* Participates in the installation of computer hardware, cabling, other peripheral equipment, and software
* Performs other related duties as assigned or as the situation dictates within the scope of this classification

Conditions of Employment: Candidates must provide proof of U.S. citizenship, permanent residence, or authorization to work. The City of Omaha reserves the right to conduct pre-employment inquiries or evaluations on candidates for employment as it determines are appropriate for the particular position. Pre-employment inquiries may include, without limitation: verification of employment history and educational attainment; review of driving, credit, and criminal convictions; hearing, drug, functional capacity, psychological, vision, and medical tests; and/or any other relevant background information deemed appropriate to determine the suitability of the applicant for the position. Failure to provide the information requested in the application and hiring process in a truthful, timely, accurate, and complete manner may result in disqualification, revocation of a conditional offer of employment, or termination.

Reasonable Accommodation: The City of Omaha does not discriminate on the basis of disability. If you need a disability-related accommodation during the job application or selection process, advise the Human Resources Department at least 48 hours prior to the need by emailing employment@cityofomaha.org.

For a complete description of this job classification, visit hr.cityofomaha.org

Contact Points:

City of Omaha Human Resources Department
1819 Farnam St, Suite 506
Omaha, NE 68183

Phone: (402) 444-5300
Fax: (402) 444-5314

Website: hr.cityofomaha.org
Email: employment@cityofomaha.org