Assistant Director Information Technology

Duties

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Technology or related field
• Six (6) years’ experience in information technology that includes customer service
• Three (3) years’ supervisory experience
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Must possess a valid Florida driver’s license
• Consideration for this position requires a credit check

Minimums

• Strong technical knowledge of network and PC operating systems
• Strong technical knowledge of current network hardware, protocols, and standards
• Extensive application support experience
• Proven experience in IT infrastructure planning and development
• In-depth knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws
• Strong understanding of human resource management principles, practices, and procedures
• Strong understanding of project management principles
• Ability to conduct and direct research into IT issues and products as required
• Ability to present ideas in business-friendly and user-friendly language
• Ability to plan and organize the work of subordinate supervisors in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale as reflected in outstanding staff inspections
• Ability to promote and maintain effective relations with members of the Executive Staff, departments under the County Commissioners, the general public and other stakeholders
• Communication skills, both oral and written to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization and with outside agencies
• Ability to operate equipment and instruments utilized in meeting job requirements and operational responsibilities
• Knowledge of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Workers’ Compensation and Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) to ensure proper adherence and assist supervisors to make decisions on various issues within the guidelines of state/federal/agency laws, rules and regulations
• Ability to review and/or complete personnel evaluations of staff in accordance with agency policies to ensure they are fair and impartial, and accurately reflect the job the employee performs
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations within and outside the agency
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Organizational skills
• Time management
• Knowledge of General Orders, policies, and procedures of the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office
• Ability to perform all functions of the job classification without posing a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace

How to apply

The physical abilities listed below are estimates of time spent during a typical work day to perform essential functions and responsibilities. Members in this position may be required to:

• Sit up to 8 hours per day
• Stand up to 3 hour per day
• Walk up to 2 hour per day
• Drive up to 1 hour per day
• Occasionally lift up to 20 lbs.
• Occasionally bend, squat, reach, kneel and twist