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2 RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SA
BERNARDINO APPROVING THE RE-ESTABLISHMENT OF THE DIRECTOR O
3 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (U) CLASSIFICATION, REAFFIRMING THE JO
DESCRIPTION AND ALLOCATING FUNDING FOR THE POSITION IN THE FISCA
4 YEAR 2016-2017.
5 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COMMON
6 COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO AS FOLLOWS:
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8 SECTION 1: The position of "Director of Information Technology (U)", Range 4640
9 $10,804.00 - $13,132.00/month, is hereby re-established and the job description for said position
10 attached hereto as Exhibit"A", is hereby approved.
11 SECTION 2: The Interim Director of Human Resources is authorized to update
12 Resolution Nos. 97-244 and 2011-218 to reflect these actions.
13 SECTION 3: The Director of Finance is authorized to amend the FY 2016/17 budget t
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I RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SA
BERNARDINO APPROVING THE RE-ESTABLISHMENT OF THE DIRECTOR O
2 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (U) CLASSIFICATION, REAFFIRMING THE JO
DESCRIPTION AND ALLOCATING FUNDING FOR THE POSITION IN THE FISCA
3 YEAR 2016-2017.
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5 I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Resolution was duly adopted by the Mayor and
6 Common Council of the City of San Bernardino at a joint regular meeting thereof, held on the
7 21s'day of November, 2016, by the following vote, to wit:
8 COUNCILMEMBERS: AYES NAYES ABSTAIN ABSENT
9 MARQUEZ X
10 BARRIOS X
11 VALDIVIA X
SHORETT X
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NICKEL X
13 RICHARD X
14 MULVIHILL X
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16 Georgea anna, CW, City Clerk
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The foregoing Resolution is hereby approved this of November, 2016.
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R. Carey Davis ayor
20 City of San B rnardino
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22 GARY D. SAENZ,
City Attorney /?
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2016-241
Exhibit "A"
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� Class Code: 10625
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City of San Bernardino Signature:
Director, Human Resources
Bargaining Unit: Management/Confidential
Class Specification
DIRECTOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY(U)
JOB SUMMARY
Under general policy direction, plans,organizes,directs and manages the activities and operations
of the Information Technology Department;provides expert professional assistance and guidance to
the City Manager and departments on technology strategy, long-term technology initiatives and
investments and uses of technology to solve operational needs and problems;and performs related
duties as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Director of Information Technology is responsible for managing, directing and integrating the
functions, programs and activities of the Information Technology Department,which provides broad,
comprehensive City-wide information systems and technology programs and services for City
departments, including business and public safety applications,technical systems, networking and
data communications systems and technology, data management, specialized GIS systems and
centralized customer support services. The incumbent is also responsible for managing the City's
telecommunications services. The incumbent exercises leadership in formulating technology
strategy and establishing long-term technology direction for the City. Assignments are broad in
scope and allow for a high degree of administrative discretion in their execution.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be
performed.The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if
the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.
1. Plans,organizes,controls, manages and evaluates the work of the Information Technology
department; with subordinate managers and supervisors, participates in establishing
operational plans and initiatives to meet department goals and objectives; implements
departmental plans,work programs, processes, procedures and policies required to achieve
overall department performance results; coordinates and integrates department functions
and responsibilities to achieve optimal efficiency and effectiveness; participates in
developing and monitoring performance against the annual departmental budget.
2. Participates with the City Manager, elected officials and other managers in establishing
strategic plans for the City; sets overall management and policy goals and objectives for a
department within the framework of City Manager and City Council policies and mandates;
coordinates department program and policy issues with managers of other departments
and/or on a City-wide basis.
3. Plans and evaluates the performance of supervisors and staff; establishes performance
requirements and personal development targets; monitors performance and provides
coaching for performance improvement and development; provides or recommends
compensation and other rewards to recognize performance;takes disciplinary action, up to
and including termination, to address performance deficiencies, subject to management
concurrence, in accordance with the City's human resources policies and procedures,Civil
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Service Rules and labor contract provisions.
4. Provides leadership and works with managers, supervisors and staff to develop and retain
highly competent,customer service-oriented staff through selection,compensation,training
and day-to-day management practices that support the City's mission, strategic goals and
core values.
5. Plans, directs and coordinates, through subordinate managers, supervisors and staff,
Information Technology and related City goals and objectives; manages a wide variety of
complex programs and projects; delegates and communicates effectively to staff; utilizes
enabling approach to problem solving; assesses and monitors workload; embraces,
implements and manages change.
6. Develops and directs the implementation of goals, objectives, policies and standards for the
Information Technology department; provides professional assistance to City management
on technology, information systems, specialized GIS systems, e-commerce, computer
operations and support and telecommunication services;provides a broad range of complex
processing and technology support services; directs the preparation of budgets for City
investments in computer hardware and software; reviews the purchase of all major standard
hardware and software items.
7. Monitors industry hardware and software trends;evaluates the uses of emerging technology
in meeting long-term City business and operating strategies; directs the study of new
technology to determine its utility, consistency with department technology standards,
relevance for meeting City business and operational requirements and expected return on
investment; recommends and establishes long-range technology direction and strategies;
establishes hardware and software standards for general use.
8. Directs through subordinate managers the delivery of systems development, network,
Internet applications, computer operations and support services to City departments;directs
the development, enhancement, and quality assurance testing and installation of new
applications and systems upgrades and the installation, implementation and conversion to
new programs and hardware; directs user training on new applications; ensures that
department documentation standards are met.
9. Directs through subordinate managers the maintenance, administration and upgrade of City
networks;ensures that network architectures meet standards and operational requirements;
tracks the establishment of corporate database architectures and data management
standards and the administration of enterprise databases and data repositories; directs the
development and administration of security standards and policies, including disaster
recovery processes.
10. Directs through subordinate managers operation of the computer center; monitors to ensure
that established system reliability, backup and recovery standards are met; evaluates and
recommends major hardware upgrades;directs the provision of customer support services,
including hardware and software repair and maintenance, help desk services and user
training.
11. Manages and oversees planning, development and administration of City
telecommunications systems and services; oversees system monitoring and performs or
directs analyses of feasibility and cost effectiveness of new telecommunications
technologies to meet internal and external communications requirements.
GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
1. Principles, practices and techniques of information systems management, including
applications design,hardware and software options for business, public safety,technical and
operations applications including specialized GIS applications and the cost-benefit of
systems alternatives.
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2. Operating principles, parameters, methods, practices and limitations of mainframe, server,
desktop, mobile, and networking systems.
3. Principles and practices of data management and administration.
4. Methods and techniques of project management as applied to computer systems
development and installation.
5. Systems analysis methods and techniques.
6. Principles, methods and techniques applicable to long-range and strategic technology
planning.
7. City operations, functions and associated information systems and technology issues.
8. Principles and practices of public administration, including budgeting, contracting,
purchasing and maintenance of public records.
9. Research methods and statistical analysis techniques.
10. Organization and functions of an elected City Council.
11. Principles and practices of effective management and supervision.
12. Federal, state and local laws, regulations and court decisions applicable to assigned areas
of responsibility.
13. Methods and techniques of evaluating computer hardware and software including
cost/benefit analysis and systems simulation.
14. Principles, practices and emerging technologies for voice/data/video communications.
15. Principles and practices of effective management and supervision.
16. City human resources policies and procedures, Civil Service Rules and labor contract
provisions.
Ability to:
1. Plan, organize, integrate and manage systems development, telecommunications,
administration and computer operations programs and services.
2. Identify information management issues and opportunities, analyze problems and
alternatives, and develop sound conclusions and recommendations.
3. Assess user department technology requirements, set priorities and allocate resources to
most effectively meet needs in a timely manner.
4. Evaluate programs and make recommendations for improvement.
5. Evaluate complex technology and strategies and make sound, prudent recommendations
that maximize return on investment.
6. Understand, interpret, explain and apply City, state, and federal policy, law, regulation and
court decisions applicable to areas of responsibility.
7. Present proposals and recommendations clearly and logically in public meetings.
8. Represent the City effectively in meetings on a variety of technology issues.
9. Prepare clear, concise and comprehensive correspondence, reports, studies and other
written materials.
10. Exercise sound, expert independent judgment within general policy guidelines.
11. Exercise tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive, complex and confidential issues and
situations.
12. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the City Manager, Mayor and City
Council, all levels of management,other government officials, employees,vendors and the
public.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Training and Experience:
A typical way of obtaining the knowledge,skills and abilities outlined above is graduation from an
accredited four-year college or university with a major in management information systems,
computer science, business administration, or a closely related field; and at least 10 years of
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progressively responsible information technology experience, at least five of which were in a
management capacity;or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Experience in a
governmental setting is preferred.
Accreditation shall be by a national or regional accreditation body that is recognized by the
Secretary of the United States Department of Education.
Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements:
A valid California driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the City's vehicle
insurance policy.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee
to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job,the employee is regularly required to sit;talk or hear, both in
person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle and feel computers and standard business
equipment;and reach with hands and arms.The employee is frequently required to stand and walk.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may
be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee works under typical office conditions, and the noise level is usually quiet.
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