EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: Director of Innovation & Technology

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Director of Innovation & Technology
(IT Director)
The City of Wisconsin Rapids has a challenging opportunity for an IT leader.  The ideal candidate will have a broad IT background in systems, servers, networks, and hardware. The Director of Innovation & Technology is responsible for analyzing the IT needs of the City and providing effective technology services and support.  

Primary responsibilities include the following:

• Determines overall IT direction and implements long-term IT solutions.
• Provides leadership and direction to IT and Community Access team members.
• Assumes responsibility for training programs for end users.
• Creates, administers, and enforces all aspects of IT policies and procedures.
• Assumes responsibility for network and systems performance and stability. Manages network security features.
• Troubleshoots systems and network issues and develops/implements a resolution in a timely manner.
• Assumes responsibility for allocating all technical resources and ensuring uninterrupted service and continuity of business operations, including after hour emergencies.
• Oversees and provides guidance for City website and Social Media sites.
• Provides administration of City systems -- Backup, recovery, security management, active directory user account management, e-mail systems, internet access, office systems and applications.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field and five years of progressive IT work experience in an enterprise environment. (May consider Associate Degree in IT field, 10+ years of relevant IT work experience, and a current industry certification in lieu of a Bachelor’s Degree.) Management/ supervisory experience is required. CCNA or similar IT certification is preferred.  Public sector experience is strongly preferred. Experience working with GIS is preferred.

The successful candidate will possess strong leadership, communications, troubleshooting, and planning skills.

Salary range is $79691 - $90164, with attractive benefits (including Wisconsin Retirement System, health and dental insurance, vacation and sick leave, and paid holidays). Additional information can be located on our website: https://www.wirapids.org/. Qualified candidates should submit a resume and application via email to dawn.urban@wirapids.org.  All submissions must be complete in order to be considered.

The City of Wisconsin Rapids is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status.  If you need assistance at any time during this application process, please contact Human Resources at 715-421-8214.

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