Manager of Network Services

at  State of Colorado Job Opportunities

DESCRIPTION OF JOB

This position is responsible for the management of the AV and Network teams of the Information Technology Services (ITS) division. The Manager of AV and Network Architecture will lead a group of engineers and analysts with specific focus on building and maintaining integrated experiences that work across the entire Judicial Department AV and network footprint. The Manager of AV and Network Architecture role is to plan, organize, and manage staff and operations to ensure the stable functioning of the Department’s IT networking, telephony, audio-visual systems, and related end-user software suites.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, SUBSTITUTIONS, CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT & APPEAL RIGHTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each of the role’s essential functions. The requirements listed in the official job description are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability, physical and environmental conditions required of the employee on the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer information systems, or related area; plus, six (6) years of relevant experience in information system management, planning or related field which must have included one year of direct supervisory experience.
Additional related work experience may be substituted on a year for year basis for the required formal education.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Leadership Experience: The Network Manager needs to lead a team of engineers and architects, so leadership and team management experience are essential.
Strong Communicator: The Network Manager needs to communicate with stakeholders at all levels, from team members to executives, to ensure everyone is on the same page regarding network lifecycle status, risks, and progress.
Technical Vision: The ability to analyze technology, identify trends, and consider organizational constraints are crucial to support the creation of the organization’s network roadmap.
Agile Management Skills: The ability to create a plan that fulfills the network roadmap, but also quickly adapt to changes in business needs, technology advancements and/or changes in market conditions (i.e., supply chain issues).
Vendor Management Skills: The ability to build and manage vendor relationships across the state to help coordinate network installations and support.
Stakeholder Relationship Building: The Network Manager must build strong relationships with key stakeholders, including executives, project sponsors, and team members, to ensure collaboration and support.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION, AND AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT EMPLOYER NOTICE

Each individual employed must provide proof of identity and eligibility for employment.
NOTICE: Employees hired after March 1, 1988, are required to enroll in the direct deposit program for payroll.
Request for accommodation: If you have a mental or physical impairment that affects one or more significant life activities (such as mobility, hearing, vision, speech, breathing, learning, etc.) and require reasonable accommodations for testing or interviewing, it is your responsibility to inform the office scheduling the interview or test at least three working days in advance. If you need reasonable accommodation at the workplace, please notify the hiring authority.
NOTICE: All prospective employees of the Colorado Judicial Branch are subject to a background investigation before being hired. Upon request, you can obtain a copy of the Equal Employment Opportunity Utilization Report.
INFORMATION ALERT: Judicial Branch employees are prohibited from holding office in a political party or engaging in partisan activities that promote one political party or candidate over another in political elections. However, employees may hold non-partisan public office as long as there is no conflict of interest or appearance of impropriety with their duties performed for the Judicial Branch. The Chief Judge of the judicial district will have the authority to determine the existence of any conflicts. Employees must obtain prior approval from the Chief Judge before seeking or assuming any such office. It is important to note that any work related to the held office should not be performed during Judicial Branch working hours. Membership on a board or commission that requires registration or party identification as a qualification is not considered a partisan political office.
Information on employee benefits can be found here: https://www.courts.state.co.us/Careers/Benefits.cfm