Review Vacancy
AgencyDASNY - Dormitory Authority of the State of New York
TitleDirector, Information Systems
Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences
Salary RangeFrom $124495 to $124495 Annually
Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree plus eight to ten years' relevant experience and at least four years' experience supervising and evaluating professional staff. Management experience required.
Preferred Qualifications
A master's degree in computer science plus ten years' experience in the conduct and management of systems development, programming and computer operations; familiarity with construction and finance; a minimum of six years' supervising and evaluating professional staff.
All Applicants must also have:
• Demonstrated management skills.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills.
• Demonstrated analytical and conceptual skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
• Demonstrated judgment and discretion in matters of confidentiality.
• Familiarity with terms and administration of collective bargaining agreements.
• Proficiency in PC applications such as Outlook, Excel, Word, Access and PowerPoint.
• Strong interpersonal and diplomacy skills.
• Excellent negotiation skills and demonstrated results.
Duties Description We currently have an opportunity for a Director, Information Systems to work at our Albany office. This position is located in our Information Systems Administration Department. The Director, Information Systems develops, recommends and implements DASNY- wide data processing policy, including the establishment of long-term systems objectives, and development and implementation of strategies for their achievement. The Director, Information Systems manages DASNY's information technology activities, including determination of information and reporting requirements, systems design and development, programming, acquisition and operation of computer software and equipment, and development of information technology procedures. The Director, Information Systems also provides advice and guidance to management concerning the application of computing techniques to DASNY requirements.
Primary Responsibilities:
• Directs the activities of the Information Systems Unit; supervises Unit staff.
• Keeps abreast of the needs of all areas of DASNY’s business to provide coordinated application utilization, timely network/infrastructure updates, competitive security and system management.
• Analyzes management needs regarding information retrieval, reporting, data control, and expanded use of computing and data processing equipment in DASNY operations and processes.
• Consults with users and potential users of DASNY data processing services to determine information and reporting needs in fulfilling mandated responsibilities.
• Coordinates systems development efforts and associated programming and documentation activities of internal and external consultant resources.
• Directs the preparation and installation of technology procedures and systems, including the design of source documents, technical direction of system operations, and assistance in the design of management reports.
• Determines equipment and software requirements, evaluates relevant equipment and software, and directs the procurement of required equipment and software.
• Provides for data security.
• Directs the support staff to provide telephone systems and video conferencing support, issue mobile devices and provide help desk services.
• Maintains professional contacts with other agencies, research bodies, equipment manufacturers and software developers concerning computer software and equipment.
• Provides subordinate staff with information and training on all DASNY-wide and unit specific policies and procedures. Ensures staff understands and complies with these procedures.
Additional Comments DASNY provides financing and construction services to public and private universities, not-for-profit healthcare facilities, and other institutions which serve the public good.
We offer a comprehensive benefits plan, which includes:
• Choice of several health insurance plans
• Dental & vision insurance
• Membership in the NYS Retirement System
• Deferred Compensation Investment Plan
• 13 vacation days per year
• 13 sick days per year
• 5 days of personal leave per year
• 12 paid holidays per year
• Tuition reimbursement
• Training & development opportunities
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address JobOpps2@dasny.org
Address
Notes on ApplyingIf you feel that your knowledge & experience would be a good match for a Director, Information Systems position, please apply to:
Stacey Abrams
DASNY
515 Broadway
Albany, NY 12207
Jobopps2@dasny.org
Fax: (518) 257-3550
DASNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to excellence and diversity. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
All offers will be contingent upon a thorough & in depth background check and submission of documents validating educational, professional and work credentials.