HOUSTON POLICE DEPARTMENT
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Assists the Senior IT Project Manager, Assistant Director and/or Deputy Director of the Information Technology Department in planning and managing the development and implementation of large information systems for the City; manages a systems project from inception and project definition to implementation and post-implementation analysis and planning. May include all phases, such as project development, implementation strategy, planning and support, system requirements, implementation options analysis, procurement, conversion planning and operational support requirements.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Manages and defines the scope of a project for large information systems, including integration opportunities, interface requirements, feasibility, costs and schedule projections, and risk analysis.
• Manages and develops implementation strategies, including selection of the implementation mode (ERP, Best of Breed, buy/build services) and documentation of the strategy.
• Communicates the implementation strategy to diverse groups of technical and non-technical personnel.
• Manages and prepares budgets and plans for all resources required for the projects, including personnel, equipment, applications, services, communications equipment, software, and any ongoing systems support.
• Manages and evaluates the relationships with vendors of hardware, software and communications systems and services; manages vendor(s) selection; manages contract negotiations. • Monitors project budgets and plans, ensuring quality and timeliness of project deliverables; communicates issues and status as required for successful completion.
• Develops and manages project teams, assigns resources, develops status reports and ensures compliance with requirements. • Develops plans and requirements for post-implementation activities for the first operational year.
• Develops long term life-cycle strategies, including determining upgrade and replacement requirements and projecting the budget and growth
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc.
There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature, and air conditions.
“Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearance where required.”
If applicable, the applicant’s past performance evaluations, past and present supervisory recommendations, and/or Internal Affairs complaint history will be reviewed and considered.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Business Administration or a closely related field.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Six years of progressively responsible experience in the area of information systems, with two of the years in a supervisory capacity, are required. Applicable information Technology experience may be substituted for the Education requirement.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
None
PREFERENCES
**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**
Preference will be given to persons with a minimum of three years in an IT Project Manager role and PMP Certification.
GENERAL INFORMATION
SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
Department may administer skills assessment test.
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION
YES, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.
SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate’s qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.
Pay Grade 28
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