Henrico

Thorough knowledge of modern methods and techniques of information resources management; comprehensive knowledge of hardware, software, systems, and all other components and peripherals related to IT functional areas; thorough knowledge of the capabilities and requirements of various computer platforms; thorough knowledge of functioning in centralized, distributed, client server, and stand-alone operating environments; thorough knowledge of multi-platform computer programs; thorough knowledge of systems analysis and programming; excellent project management skills with ability to manage projects of all sizes and complexity levels from concept to completion; demonstrated ability to work effectively as a team member and as a leader; excellent communication skills with the ability to present ideas and recommendations clearly and concisely both orally and in writing to diverse audiences; excellent interpersonal and communication skills to communicate technical information to non-technical audiences in user friendly language; demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with County officials, employees and the public as well as professional organizations and other resources (e.g. user groups, vendors, etc.) relevant to assigned IT functional areas; demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively to achieve department and County goals; thorough understanding of and demonstrated ability to develop effective technology solutions to efficiently effectively to achieve department and County goals; demonstrated collaboration skills including the ability to lead, manage and partner effectively with diverse array of internal and external stakeholders, vendors and other relevant partners; demonstrated ability to multitask and effectively manage competing priorities and make sound decisions; excellent management and supervisory skills including the ability to develop, coach and mentor as well as foster and maintain high morale and engagement; sound critical thinking skills with the demonstrated ability to problem solve and make sound decisions, including but not limited to under pressure and in emergency situations; physical condition that permits the activities necessary in and inherent to the management of resources and to perform assigned duties, including manual dexterity; ability to develop and maintain detailed accurate records (technical and other required records) and to make regular and special reports as assigned; accounting or other financial skills with sufficient ability to develop cost projections or budgets, manage expenditures in accordance with County Finance policies and manage operations effectively within an approved budget; ability to enter, retrieve and analyze data using common business software as well as industry specific software; good judgment; excellent customer service skills; tact; and courtesy. May occasionally require working evenings, weekends, or holidays.

A criminal history record check and fingerprinting is conducted on all persons conditionally offered employment, including a conditional offer of initial employment, or a conditional offer to promote, demote, or laterally transfer an employee.

May require of a valid driver's license to provide support at locations Countywide.  

May require other certifications relevant to assigned IT functional area(s).

Four (4) year degree in a relevant IT field; and six (6) years of progressively more complex and responsible experience relevant to assigned IT functional area(s) of responsibility, including some previous supervisory experience; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Applicants considered for employment must successfully complete the following background investigations/tests:

• Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal History Investigation
• State Police Criminal History Investigation
• Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigation (Dept. of Social Services, JRJDC, Juvenile Detention Home)