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Louisiana Department of State Civil Service IT Program Manager in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
IT Program Manager
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IT Program Manager
Salary
$5,845.00 - $10,521.00 Monthly
Location
Baton Rouge, LA
Job Type
Classified
Job Number
203718
Department
Capital Area Groundwater Conservation District
Opening Date
12/10/2024
Closing Date
12/15/2024 11:59 PM Central
Description
Benefits
Supplemental Information
No Civil Service test score or assessment is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
*Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. *
For further information about this vacancy contact:
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A baccalaureate degree plus five years of experience in information technology.
SUBSTITUTIONS:
An associate’s degree in information technology will substitute for the baccalaureate degree.
Two years of experience or training in information technology will substitute for the baccalaureate degree. Candidates without a baccalaureate degree may combine experience or training in information technology and college credit to substitute for the required baccalaureate degree as follows:
30 to 59 semester hours credit will substitute for six months of experience or training in information technology towards the baccalaureate degree.
60 to 89 semester hours credit will substitute for one year of experience or training in information technology towards the baccalaureate degree.
90 or more semester hours credit will substitute for one year and six months of experience or training in information technology towards the
baccalaureate degree.
A maximum of 90 semester hours may be combined with experience or training in information technology to substitute for the baccalaureate
degree.
Six years of full-time work experience in any field may be substituted for the required baccalaureate degree. Candidates without a baccalaureate degree may combine work experience in any field and college credit to substitute for the baccalaureate degree as follows:
30 to 59 semester hours credit will substitute for one year of experience towards the baccalaureate degree.
60 to 89 semester hours credit will substitute for two years of experience towards the baccalaureate degree.
90 to 119 semester hours credit will substitute for three years of experience towards the baccalaureate degree.
120 or more semester hours credit will substitute for four years of experience towards the baccalaureate degree.
A maximum of 120 semester hours may be combined with experience to substitute for the baccalaureate degree.
A baccalaureate degree with twenty-four semester hours in computer science, management information systems (MIS), quantitative business analysis--computer science, electrical engineering, information systems and decision sciences, computer engineering, mathematics, telecommunications, or computer information systems will substitute for up to one year of required experience.
A master's degree will substitute for up to one year of required experience.
NOTE:
Multiple specialized degrees and/or master's degrees will substitute for a maximum of one year of required experience.
NOTE:
A certification in an approved area may be substituted for the education and/or experience requirements at the time of hire or promotion, provided the appointment is made from a Certificate of Eligibles.
NOTE:
Any college hours or degree must be from an accredited college or university.
Job Concepts
FUNCTION OF WORK:
To serve as a program manager for one or more information technology functions that are outside of the scope of the Office of Technology Services.
LEVEL OF WORK:
Program Manager.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Broad direction from a higher-level manager, administrator or executive. Other reporting relationships may be approved by SCS.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
Functional over agency personnel as relative to the assigned information technology program area. Other reporting relationships may be approved by SCS.
LOCATION OF WORK:
State agencies with information technology activities that are outside of the scope of the Office of Technology Services.
JOB DISTINCTIONS:
Differs from IT Supervisor by the presence of information technology program management responsibilities that are outside of the scope of the Office of Technology Services.
Differs from IT Manager by the absence of managerial responsibilities for one or more information technology functions that are outside of the scope of the Office of Technology Services.
Examples of Work
60% Information Technology Functions
Working with SubcontractorsManage relationships with external subcontractors for IT projects ensuring they meet project specifications, timelines, and budget. Oversee integration of subcontractor systems with internal infrastructure, and coordinate with relevant teams to ensure smooth collaboration. Assign tasks to subcontractors and review completed tasks.
Metering SystemFocus on creating and maintaining the back-end infrastructure for the Capital Area Groundwater Conservation District’s metering system. Responsible for building and maintaining scalable, reliable systems to handle large volumes of data input and processing. Ensure secure data storage, manage databases, and optimize performance. Collaborate with subcontractors to ensure seamless integration between user interfaces and back-end services. Continuously monitor and improve system performance, addressing any issues related to data integrity or system uptime.
Invoicing SystemManage the development, customization, and maintenance of the invoicing system. Oversee automation of invoicing processes, ensuring timely generation and delivery of invoices. Troubleshoot issues related to invoicing and ensure system compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
Auditing SystemDesign and implement systems to streamline auditing processes. Develop automated tools for tracking compliance and conducting internal audits. Ensure data integrity and proper reporting in alignment with board and regulatory standards.
Report SystemDevelop and maintain reporting systems, ensuring they provide accurate, timely, and actionable data. Work closely with the executive director and board of commissioners (the board) to create custom reports and dashboards tailored to board needs. Implement systems that allow for efficient data extraction and report generation to facilitate determination of actions needed to preserve the aquifer system. Ensure historical data is brought current and remains available/accessible for reports to the board, as well as well owner requests for numbers.
20% Office IT Management
First Person to Handle In-Office IT IssuesServe as the first point of contact for any in-office ITrelated issues. Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and network issues. Coordinate with IT support teams or third-party service providers when necessary to ensure minimal downtime.
Permitted Well Database ManagementManage and maintain the Permitted Well Database, ensuring that it is up to date and accurate. Regularly sync the database with DENR’s SONRIS database to ensure all information is current and compliant with board regulations. Implement tools or processes to automate updates and monitor for discrepancies or data errors between internal systems and SONRIS.
10% Presentations to the Board
- Preparation and Presentation of Reports to the Board Prepare presentations and reports for the board. This includes but is not limited to summarizing the status of IT projects, system implementations, and performance metrics. Ensure technical information is translated into clear and concise business language for nontechnical stakeholders as well as any public in attendance.
10% Other
- Miscellaneous Duties Handle additional ITrelated tasks as needed, which could include system upgrades, data management, security protocol implementation, searching for new vendors, or special projects assigned by leadership. Provide support to Administrative Assistant in general office duties, as required.
Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity tomake a differencethrough public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.
As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:
Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/
Parental Leave– Up to six weeks paid parental leave
More information can be found athttps://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx
Holidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:
New Year's Day
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
Mardi Gras,
Good Friday,
Memorial Day,
Independence Day,
Labor Day,
Veteran's Day,
Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
* Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor
State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.
Retirement – State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):
Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video (https://lasersonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Your_Retirement_System.mp4) to give you more detailed information about their system
Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),
Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others
Agency
State of Louisiana
Address
For agency contact information, please refer to
the supplemental information above.
Louisiana State Civil Service, Louisiana, 70802
Phone
(866) 783-5462
Website
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm
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