Manager, Information Technology

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The Information Technology Division manages the technology infrastructure which supports business operations: including personal computers, laptops, servers, printers, the internal network which connects them all, telephones, smartphones, and conference room equipment. By providing direct support to end users via the IT Service Desk, onsite office and jobsite support, and Training Classes IT supports application software (purchased such as Oracle, Primavera, Microsoft, and custom-written applications such as ORCMS, PTS, IEH, etc.).

Job Description Summary

The Manager, Information Technology - B is responsible for working on a software development project team, developing applications consistently, enhancing existing applications and adhering to a standard set of tools and architecture.

Job Description

Responsibilities include:

• Develops and implements plans and programs needed to develop/maintain/support their assigned technology, system, or IT process.
• Works with appropriate stakeholders to identify requirements for their assigned technology, system, product, or IT process and works to continually improve it.
• Identifies and manages requirements and resources for multiple simultaneous information technology projects.
• Participates in setting performance standards for information technology projects and technologies within their area(s) of expertise.
• Develop distributed and scalable web applications using .Net, Blazor, ASP.Net MVC5 framework, SQL Server and Creating data integrations with 3rd party and in-house systems.
• Key member of a core development team participating in all aspects of the SCA Software Development Life Cycle as specified by a Project Manager
• Contribute to the applications Design and Architecture effort
• Work with technical project managers and application directors to ensure that client expectations are met and that project schedules are adhered to
• Interact with end users to understand requirement specifications, perform analysis, documentation, design, and code test solutions
  • Document, develop, maintain and upgrade existing applications, modifying the applications as required, based on the desired Architecture.
• Contribute to implementation efforts (UAT, environment setup, end user support)
• Use SCA tools to report activities and update status of projects assigned, as required
• Performs related tasks, as assigned.

May perform the duties of Manager, Information Technology A, such as:

• Interacts with users to gather business needs and to determine appropriate information technology solutions.
• Provides solutions to users regarding information technology issues and/or needs.
• Provides support in the use of existing applications and technologies, including resolving problems and responding to user requests for support.
• Identifies and leads information technology project resources, including vendors as appropriate.
• Makes information technology recommendations to senior management regarding systems, technologies, applications, and/or equipment for which he/she is responsible.
• Organizes the provision of training to information technology staff and/or users.
• Develops and maintains information technology project plans and schedules.
• Performs related tasks as assigned.

Preferred Skills and Education:

• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience developing professional applications using Microsoft .NET (C#) 4.0/4.5/4.6 and .Net Core 2.0 or above.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science Computer Sciences, Computer Technology, Information Systems Technology, Computer Electrical Engineering, or a related field or equivalent experience.
• Understanding of Object-oriented Programming (OOP) concepts, architecture and design patterns.
• Sound knowledge of Web API, LINQ, Entity Framework and ADO.NET.
• Hands-on experience with the latest web standards and technologies, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, LESS, Azure DevOps, Git and WEB API.
• Must be able to create and modify SQL Server stored procedures, functions, triggers, views, indexed views, and LINQ to SQL.
• Experience working with REST and SOAP and data interchange standards including XML and JSON.
• Experience in MS DevOps on Azure- including source control management, build processes, continuous integration, continuous deployment and unit testing.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, written communication, oral communication and listening skills.
• Must be self-motivated, conscientious, solution-oriented, and able to work with a team.

POSTING CLOSING DATE: 11/12/2025

Civil Service Classification: Competitive

Salary Range:

• Appointment Range: $85,056 - $144,361
• Incumbent Range : $97,814 - $166,015

Subject to the provisions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement, the appointment rate for any newly hired employee, or employees with less than two years of active City or SCA service, shall be 15% less than the applicable incumbent rate.

Education

Baccalaureate: Computer Sciences, Computer Technology, Information Systems Technology, Computer Electrical Engineering, or related field

Certifications (if required)

Work Experience

Five years of full time experience in information technologies project development and implementation, Tw0 years of which must have been in an administrative or supervisory capacity; or a satisfactory combination of education and experience. Candidates who do not possess a Baccalaureate degree will need an additional four years of full time experience in information technologies project development and implementation, resulting in NINE years of full time experience required, TWO of which must have been in an administrative or supervisory capacity. A Master's/Doctoral degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Sciences, Computer Technology, Information Systems Technology, Computer Electrical Engineering, or a related field may substitute for two of the years of full time experience, resulting in THREE years of full time experience required, TWO of which must have been in an administrative or supervisory capacity. Selective Certification for Specialty Experience Development Specialty: a minimum of Five years of post-secondary education and/or experience specializing in: All phases of software development, including project management, requirements gathering, systems analysis/design, programming, testing, user support, and implementation; or package software implementation, including project management, requirements gathering, systems analysis/selection, testing, and user support. Support Specialty: a minimum of Five years of post-secondary education and/or experience specializing in: experience in managing and supporting enterprise-level application systems, including Desktop and Network Operating Systems, network and Back Office applications. Additionally, applicants will need ONE year of experience leading an IT project at the departmental or enterprise level, ensuring hardware/software requirements are met.

It is the policy of the New York City School Construction Authority (NYCSCA) to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, the NYCSCA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals.

We offer exceptional benefits including:

• Medical (100% employer paid for basic coverage available)
• Prescription Drug Options
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• NYC Qualified Pension Plan (QPP)
• Optional Retirement Savings Plans including 401K, 457 and IRA options
• Transit Check Program
• Public Loan Forgiveness Program
• Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) Benefits

As part of our ongoing commitment to employee growth and development, the SCA's Learning and Development (L&D) program offers a variety of valuable benefits. These include tuition reimbursement for continued education that is directly related to your current role, as well as access to a broad range of individual and organizational training opportunities. Trainings on leadership development, technical skill-building, compliance, personal and professional growth. These programs are designed to strengthen performance, boost engagement, and ensure our workforce is fully equipped to meet both current and future organizational goals.

The SCA is interested in qualified candidates who are eligible to work in the United States. The SCA is not able to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. We participate in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here:

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