IT Director

The incumbent is responsible for the Information Technology (IT) systems within the Clerk's Office for the U.S. District Court, SDFL through introduction, application, operations, coordination, and integration of all units serviced.

Qualifications:

A bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field is required as well as both managerial and specialized experience. Managerial Experience To qualify for a managerial position, an individual must possess at least five (5) years of progressively responsible administrative, technical, professional, supervisory, or managerial experience that provided an opportunity to gain: Skill in developing the interpersonal work relationships needed to lead a team of employees. The ability to exercise mature judgment, and thorough knowledge of the basic concepts, principles, and theories of management and the ability to understand the managerial policies applicable to the Judiciary, the U.S. District Court, and the IT Department. Specialized Experience Candidate must have thorough working knowledge of theories, principles, practices and techniques of computer hardware and software, office automation, database design and data communications. Be able to troubleshoot and problem solve. This includes technical qualifications as follows: Extensive knowledge of software Life Cycle Management to include software testing method, practices, and preventive maintenance activities. Experience leading project management initiatives Extensive knowledge and understanding of computer systems administration, security, network administration, and telecommunications systems. Knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server, cloud and virtual environment, and Operating Systems. Knowledge of sophisticated structured programming methods. Knowledge of operating systems and relational database storage and database management systems. Knowledge in web design, specifically content management system (CMS). Familiarity with the workings of LAN/WAN configurations as well as routers, switches, and monitoring and reporting applications. Eligibility for CL 30 requires at least two (2) years of specialized experience and a minimum of five (5) years of managerial experience. Eligibility for CL 31 requires at least three (3) years of specialized experience and a minimum of five (5) years of managerial experience.

Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to applicants with: A Master's degree in Computer Science, Public Administration, or related field. U.S. Courts experience. Managerial experience over and above (5) years is preferred. Experience with courtroom technology is preferred. Experience working with Next Generation and Legacy CM/ECF, HTML, Web Services, SharePoint, and the Microsoft Office 365 suite of applications and cybersecurity knowledge and experience are all strongly preferred. Knowledge of sophisticated programming methods, practices, and applications sufficient to extract data from a relational database management system is a plus. Linux operating system administration is a plus.

Responsibilities:

The IT Director will provide overall leadership, vision, and strategy to lead SDFL IT systems to the forefront of available technology and efficiency and supervises automation and courtroom technology support across five divisional offices including seven courthouses.

Responsibilities

Manages a team of supervisors and staff with skills in the areas of systems analysis, networking, training, application/equipment operations and maintenance, IT property access and inventory controls, courtroom technology, IT security, data and telecommunications, and statistics. Oversee IT section employees involved in all information technology activities, including assigning, prioritizing, and reviewing work, evaluating performance, and recommending personnel actions. Implement staff procedures and conduct staff meetings. Identify issues and resolve disputes. Maintain documentation, statistics, and employee records. Train staff on policies, procedures, and internal controls. Coordinate and make recommendations on WAN (wide area network) activities to the Clerk of Court - Court Administrator and department heads as needed. Develops short- and long-range automation improvement plans for the Court, ensuring that changes can be implemented with minimal disruption. Works with the Court's Technology Committee and Court Administrator to develop a comprehensive technology strategy and to keep the Court's IT systems on track with that strategy. Manages execution of implementation plans in the Court for major IT systems. Adapts software and documentation; performs testing; establishes operating procedures; devises security systems for hardware, software, and data. Establishes training in system use and capabilities. Advises senior management in all areas of automated process improvement needs, objectives, and capabilities, including anticipation of national system initiatives, future requirements, security vulnerabilities. For a full listing of duties visit our web site at https://www.flsd.uscourts.gov/ (Employment/Job listings).

Salary : $95,045 - $176,300