IT Deputy Chief- Public Safety Communications

Innovation and Technology Department (ITD)

is recruiting for an

IT Deputy Chief

for the

Public Safety Communications Division.

The incumbent will be responsible for managing the business unit responsible for the delivery of the County's emergency LMR/800 MHz radio system and microwave transport program. Duties include:

Providing management oversight and direction. Conferring with staff on operational matters. Serving as a technical advisor. Resolving personnel issues. Developing and implementing policies and procedures for long range network plans and daily operations. Reviewing network integrity, security and efficiency. Evaluating and making recommendations for improvements or enhancements. Making formal presentations to large groups, including governing or managing boards in public or private meetings. Keeping abreast of technological changes. Researching and conducting cost-benefit analysis of new technologies and making recommendations for acquisition of new hardware and software. Recommending training courses for staff. Coordinating with FCC, Public Utilities, public safety agencies and other customers. Interfacing with customers to resolve service issues and concerns to maintain a high level of customer satisfaction. Assisting with developing the annual Division budget and periodic review of budget status. EXCELLENT BENEFITS! HEALTH BENEFITSPAID TIME OFFRETIREMENT

Medical and Dental: family coverage Vision: employee and dependent coverage Premium subsidies to offset health costs Flexible spending account (FSA) pre-tax account for qualified health expenses Up to 4 weeks accruable vacation with cash-out option 11 days accruable sick leave 15 paid holidays Perfect attendance leave Flexible work schedules (in some departments) Generous Pension Retirement reciprocity may be available 457(b) or 401(k) deferred compensation Retirement Medical Trust Fund CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Pre-Employment Process:

Prior to appointment, candidate must undergo a background check, which includes fingerprinting and a medical exam. Travel:

Travel throughout the County may be required and employees will be required to make provisions for such transportation. Sponsorship:

San Bernardino County is unable to consider candidates who require Visa Sponsorship at this time or in the future. Candidates must be able to present their legal right to work in the United States. Candidates MUST possess experience and education as detailed in

ALL

of the following areas:

EXPERIENCE:

Three (3) years of experience, within the past six (6) years, proven

Land Mobile Radio or Microwave Transport

project management experience including scope and requirements definition, problem solving and process improvements, leading distributed teams in complex environments such as on-premises, cloud, or hybrid, experience with large-scale implementation projects utilizing industry standard development and service delivery methodologies. TECHNOLOGIES:

Land Mobile Radio (LMR) Systems:

Knowledge of LMR/800 MHz radio systems is crucial, as the role involves managing the County’s emergency radio system. Microwave Transport Systems:

Experience with microwave transport technology for communication networks. SUPERVISORY/LEAD EXPERIENCE:

Three (3) years leading staff engaged in performing systems and/or network management in an enterprise environment related to

Land Mobile Radio or Microwave Transport . Experience must include primary responsibility for assigning/reviewing work and preparing performance evaluations. EDUCATION:

A Bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, information technology, or a closely related field. *Substitution: Two (2) additional years of qualifying experience may substitute for the required education. Application Procedure:

To be considered for this excellent opportunity, please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire as soon as possible. This recruitment is continuous and may close once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Candidates are encouraged to complete and submit their application as soon as possible. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and supplemental questionnaire. IMPORTANT NOTICE:

There will be a

competitive evaluation

of qualifications based on the information provided in your Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. Be sure to include in your application and Supplemental Questionnaire any relevant experience and education that demonstrates that you meet the minimum requirements, as it will be used to competitively evaluate your qualifications; resumes will not be reviewed as part of the evaluation process. The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, may be referred for interview. EEO/ADA:

San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation:

If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans’ Preference:

Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process. #J-18808-Ljbffr