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Hiring Agency:

Administrative Services - Agency 65



Location:

Lincoln, NE



Hiring Rate:

$47.919



Job Posting:

JR2024-00007814 IT Manager I (Open)



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Job Description:

Manage the OCIO network teams. Directs the building of teams for projects to ensure employee compatibility, cross training, and skills development. Set direction for the state network, respond to and be the main point of contact for leadership relating to network events. Monitors work status, prepares status reports and takes corrective actions as necessary.



Job duties



Designing, implementing, and maintaining the network infrastructure. Standardize practices for the state network teams. Develop and identify training needs for network team members. Develop members of the team, ensure cross training, and skills development. Monitors work status, prepares status reports and takes corrective actions as necessary. Allocates resources such as staffing, equipment, space and budget. Supervise the two IT Supervisors on the Network team. Performs personnel functions, including: hiring, performance evaluation, and disciplinary procedures. Prepare and execute vendor agreements; monitors and manages IT vendor agreements.



Requirements/Qualifications




Minimum Qualifications: A bachelor's degree or equivalent in computer science, information systems, mathematics, engineering or other related field and two years of experience in related information technology discipline(s) (network infrastructure, coding, systems or database), and two years of experience supervising activities of professional level IT Staff; experience can be substituted for education on a year for year basis, two years of which should be as a project coordinator, leader, or supervisor.



Preferred Qualifications: Experience with networking, IP addressing, contracts, and vendor relations. A bachelor's degree or equivalent in computer science, information systems, mathematics, engineering or other related field and two years of experience in related information technology discipline(s) (network infrastructure, coding, systems or database), and two years of experience supervising activities of professional level IT Staff; experience can be substituted for education on a year for year basis, two years of which should be as a project coordinator, leader, or supervisor.



Other: Regular and reliable attendance is required.



Knowledge, Skills and Abilities



Knowledge of personnel management techniques/practices; networking standards and configuration; client service relations; vendor relations. Skill in coaching and developing others; communication with others; solving complex problems; critical thinking; customer service. Ability to cope with pressure, stress, criticism, setbacks, personal and work related problems with maturity and restraint. Update/use job relevant knowledge; conceptualize and develop original solutions to business needs.



Benefits



Look at what we have to offer!
• 13 paid holidays
• Vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately
• Military leave
• 156% (that's not a typo!) state-matched retirement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• 79% employer paid health insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
• Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
• Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
• Training and Development based on your career aspirations
• Fun, inviting teammates
• A safe and secure environment


At the State, we stand by our core values of treating others with dignity and respect, acting ethically in all situations, and creating an environment where our customer is our top priority. Apply to join our team today!






Benefits



We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.


Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits



Equal Opportunity Statement



The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.



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