Applications Development Manager



Applications Development Manager

Salary

$121,595.61 - $147,788.97 Annually

Location

Santa Rosa, CA

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

22/05-0143-O

Department

Information Systems Department (ISD)

Opening Date

05/09/2022

Closing Date

5/31/2022 11:59 PM Pacific

Bargaining Unit

50

Position Information

The County of Sonoma Information Systems Department (ISD) is seeking a talented Applications Development Manager to work with both our Innovation Services and Enterprise Development Divisions.
 

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As the Applications Development Manager you will be in charge of the information technology management of the ACCESS Sonoma County initiative, which employs the use of multiple enterprise applications across various County Safety Net departments, to support the health, safety, and well-being of our community.  You will be responsible for the coordination and assignment of resources from the ISD applications team as well as the vendor, IBM; and be the ISD project manager liaison for a wide variety of business applications used in several County departments.  While you are in this role the support model can vary, and may involve the RFP process and procurement coordination, and leading new software implementations or performing upgrades.  Additionally, the services you will be coordinating include programming, software and solution development, and vendor and product management.

At an Enterprise level, the Applications Development Manager participates as a member of the ISD management team, helping set and implement strategic plans for the department, in support of the County’s strategic goals and direction. In order to effectively oversee team members and work closely with multiple County departments to ensure the business needs of the County are being met, the ideal candidate will possess:

  • Significant professional-level experience with IT software development and project management methodologies, including recommending solutions to business problems
  • A broad programming and technical background
  • Proven application development skills
  • Working knowledge of newer technologies such as Cloud architecture
  • Strong team building skills and knowledge of team dynamics
  • Effective written and oral communications skills with the ability to connect well with all levels of County staff.
 

Working at the County of Sonoma offers expansive opportunities for growth and development, the ability to be a part of a challenging and rewarding work environment, and the satisfaction of knowing you're working to better our communities. You can also look forward to excellent benefits* including:

  • Eligibility for a salary increase after 1,040 hours (6 months when working full-time) for good work performance; eligibility for a salary increase for good performance every year thereafter, until reaching the top of the salary range
  • County paid 100% premium contribution for the majority of employee-only and employee + family health plan options
  • An annual Staff Development/Wellness Benefit allowance up to $1,700 and ongoing education/training opportunities
  • Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year
  • County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits
  • Retirement fully integrated with Social Security
  • May be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) of Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of County employment
*Salary is negotiable within the established range. Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Additional information can be found in the Salary Resolution (SalRes) and our Employee Benefits Directory.
 
THE INFORMATION SYSTEMS DEPARTMENT 
 
The County of Sonoma Information Systems Department employees 117 staff who provide technology solutions that support and enhance the service delivery systems of Sonoma County. Please visit the department's website: http://sonomacounty.ca.gov/ISD
 
Please note: This position will be required to have access to secure department facilities and/or view data or work with information systems for these departments. This requires that a more extensive “Security Clearance” be performed, after hire, by the Sonoma County Sheriff's Office. Successful completion of the probationary period will be contingent upon passing the security clearance, which includes a Live Scan fingerprint based check of California Department of Justice (DOJ) and Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) criminal records. If you are offered a position which requires a security clearance, the job offer letter will clearly specify this as a condition of the probationary period.

We are currently transitioning from a public health order to a County Telework policy. At this time, under the direction of our department head, we may work up to three days remotely and two days on-site per a week. Some positions may require more on-site presence. 
 
This recruitment is being conducted to fill a position in the Information Systems Department. This employment list may also be used to fill future full-time, part-time, or extra-help (temporary) positions as they occur during the active status of the list.  Qualified County employees who wish to be considered for future positions should consider applying to this recruitment.  The Civil Service title for this position is Information Systems Project Manager.

APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Any combination of education and training which would provide the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities listed. Normally, graduation from a four-year college or university with major coursework in computer science, information systems, electrical engineering or a closely related field would provide this opportunity. Additional highly relevant experience, formal training, and/or certifications directly related to area of assignment may be substituted for the required education.

Experience: Any combination of training and experience which would provide an opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities listed. Normally, four years of technical professional experience involving systems analysis, programming, systems support, systems engineering, or similar field in a multi-platform information systems environment, including two years of experience either supervising other employees or functioning as a team leader on various projects. Specific experience related to the work of the assigned division may be required.

License: Possession of a valid driver's license at the appropriate level including necessary special endorsements, as required by the State of California to perform the essential job functions of the position.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Considerable knowledge and understanding of: the inter-relationship of mainframe, PC, LAN, Network and telecommunications systems including hardware components, software applications, operating systems, and documentation; methods to analyze and recommend business solutions to meet customer needs and requirements; principles, methods, and techniques of systems analysis; techniques, tools, and principles of project management. Depending on assignment: database design; structured coding and analysis; application development products; specific programming techniques and languages; computer operations, including operating systems and software products; local and wide area network design, management, and operation; methods and techniques of troubleshooting hardware, software and inter-connectivity problems; principles of data security; methods and techniques of providing support to users; design and maintenance of wireless communication systems; telecommunications systems and applications including voice, data, video, fiberoptics, and other components.

Working knowledge and understanding of: requirements and methods of procurement, contract negotiation and preparation; principles and practices of personnel supervision and management; budgeting principles and procedures.

Ability to: plan, organize and manage the activities of assigned staff; design, coordinate, and manage complex projects, systems, and/or operations; adapt to and plan for changes in technology and work environment; analyze customer's problems, develop effective business solutions, and prepare cost estimates; work cooperatively and effectively with staff, customers, vendors, and the public; perform a variety of tasks in a consistent and accurate manner; analyze and evaluate information, problems, and situations and develop an effective course of action; prepare clear, concise and accurate oral and written reports.

Selection Procedure & Some Helpful Tips When Applying

  • Your application information and your responses to the supplemental questions are evaluated and taken into consideration throughout the entire selection process.
  • You should list all employers and positions held within the last ten years in the work history section of your application. Be as thorough as possible when responding to the supplemental questions.
  • You may include history beyond ten years if related to the position for which you are applying. If you held multiple positions with one employer, list out each position separately.
  • Failure to follow these instructions may impact your competitiveness in this process or may result in disqualification.
Please visit Getting a Job with the County of Sonoma to review more detailed information about the application, examination, and department selection processes.

APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED.
 
Responses to supplemental questions will be scored using position-specific criteria. Please provide specific and detailed responses of a reasonable length to allow for thorough assessment of your qualifications. Responses which state "See Resume" or "See Application" may be considered insufficient and therefore may not be scored.

The selection procedure may consist of the following examination:

An Application & Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination (weight 100%) may be conducted to evaluate each applicant's application and supplemental questionnaire for satisfaction of minimum qualifications (pass/not pass); and for educational coursework, training, experience, knowledge, and abilities which relate to this position. Each applicant will be evaluated based on the following criteria:

  • Relevance of work history, related experience, and achieved level of education and/or training as described in the application and responses to the supplemental questions.
Candidates demonstrating possession of the minimum qualifications will be placed on an employment list in order of most qualified to least qualified based on the achieved score received in the Application & Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination. Scores may be adjusted based on such factors as number of candidates, anticipated vacancies, past practice, and natural breaks in the scores achieved by this group of candidates.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

A background investigation is required prior to employment. Candidates referred to departments for a selection interview are typically required to sign authorization and release forms enabling such an investigation. Failure to sign prescribed forms will result in the candidate not being considered further for that vacancy. Reference information will not be made available to applicants.

Additional requirements, such as successful completion of a physical exam, drug screen, etc., may apply, depending on the duties and responsibilities of the position. If you receive a conditional job offer for the position, the requirements upon which the offer is contingent will be outlined in the conditional job letter. You may also review the Job Classification Screening Schedule to determine the requirements for this position.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications are accepted on-line at: www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org. Paper applications may be submitted by person, fax (707-565-3770), email, or through the mail. All applications and appropriate supplemental information as outlined in the job bulletin must be RECEIVED by the time and date specified on the first page of this job announcement. Applications received after the recruitment closes will not be accepted.
 
The County of Sonoma values diversity and is dedicated to creating a workplace environment that provides individuals with a sense of belonging. We are committed to having a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. The County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where all aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance, and business need.
 
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IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not apply to Extra Help positions.

COUNTY OF SONOMA BENEFITS: MANAGEMENT*
 
These are some of the excellent benefits the County offers:
 
Paid Time Off: Competitive vacation accrual and sick leave accruals; additional management leave annually; 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year; and may be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) of Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of County employment.
 
Health Plan: Choice of five health plans (a PPO, EPO, HMO, and two deductible HMOs) with a County paid premium contribution.
 
Cash AllowanceIn addition to monthly salary, a cash allowance of approximately $600 per month.
 
Retirement: Fully integrated with Social Security. For more information regarding eligibility, retirement contributions, and reciprocity with prior public service, please visit https://scretire.org/active-/-deferred/when-you-are-hired.
 
IRS 457 Plan: Pre-tax employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum.
 
Retiree Medical: County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits.
 
Plus excellent dental, vision, disability, life insurance, professional development, and more.

For answers to specific questions regarding the employment process and more details about benefits or retirement, please contact Human Resources at (707) 565-2331. Additional details about benefit and compensation packages can be found in the MOUs located at https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/administrative-support-and-fiscal-services/human-resources/divisions-and-units/employee-relations/labor-agreements-and-salary-resolution. For specific information about health and welfare benefits including plan options, coverage, and premium amounts go to https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/administrative-support-and-fiscal-services/human-resources or, contact the Human Resources' Risk Management-Benefits Office at benefits@sonoma-county.org or (707) 565-2900.

*IMPORTANT NOTES: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice.

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How did you first learn about this opportunity?
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  • CalJobs
  • CareerBuilder
  • Careers in Government
  • College or University
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  • DICE
  • Diversity Jobs
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  • Google Jobs
  • GovernmentJobs.com
  • Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Sonoma County
  • Indeed
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  • Latino Service Providers
  • LinkedIn
  • Los Cien
  • Minority Organization or Group
  • Press Democrat
  • sonoma-county.org/www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org
  • Sonoma County Human Resources Office
  • Sonoma County Job Line
  • Twitter
  • Veterans Services Office
  • Workplace Diversity
  • Other Internet Site
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For this question, and all subsequent questions, provide sufficient information to allow for a thorough evaluation of your qualifications. Responses to supplemental questions will be scored using position-specific criteria and may be reviewed by hiring managers in the Information Systems Department.

Please detail your training, education, and experience in information systems management, and include relevant:
  • Training and education which normally four includes four years of college or university with major coursework in computer science, information systems, electrical engineering, or a closely related field
  • Experience which normally includes four years of technical professional experience involving systems analysis, programming, systems support, systems engineering, or similar field in a multi-platform information systems environment, including two years of experience either supervising other employees or functioning as a team leader on various projects.
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Please describe your experience managing or supervising a team of technical professionals. Be specific about your role and scope of authority, duties such as hiring, training/development, and performance management, and length of time spent managing staff.
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Please describe your responsibility for mission-critical, enterprise applications. Be specific about the kind of applications, your role and level of authority, and the steps/actions you used to ensure the needs of your customer base were met.
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This position manages County-wide, enterprise projects utilized by multiple stakeholder groups. Please describe your experience with managing a large project or projects. Be specific about the nature of the project(s), your role and level of authority. In your response, detail the approach you used to manage scope, budget, project timelines, risks and issues. Detail a specific example of a situation where you had to make a decision that affected the project implementation, and how you approached those decisions.

Required Question

Agency
County of Sonoma (CA)
Address
575 Administration Drive, Suite 116B

Santa Rosa, California, 95403
Phone
(707) 565-2331