Assistant To The Director (Information Technology Department)

Salary: $136,688.28 Annually
Location : Oakland, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 23-EM118-01
Department:Information Technology Department
Opening Date: 05/12/2023
Closing Date: 6/1/2023 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: UM1
The Position
The City of Oakland is an equal-opportunity employer that values workforce diversity, inclusion, and equity. Oakland has a long history of activism around issues of justice and equity. Both oppression and this resistance to oppression have shaped the city's historical roots and the lives of its residents to this day. As public servants in one of the most diverse cities in the nation, we strive to develop employees who understand the harm and impacts of systemic inequity to create lasting, meaningful outcomes for everyone. Oakland strives to establish an environment that embraces the richness of culture, community, and individualism of employees.
The City of Oakland Information Technology Department (ITD) is looking for a multi-skilled leader to become our first Broadband Manager (Assistant to the Director)! This position will manage multiple partnerships including: #OaklandUndivided, Oakland Unified School District, Oakland Housing Authority, multiple City agencies, and private sector broadband providers! This is a unique role to lead the creation and implementation of strategies, plans, and policies to help Oakland create and sustain a city-run broadband program!
The City of Oakland Information Technology Department (ITD) is an exciting, fast-paced environment! Working with technology and innovation, ITD leads digital transformation throughout the City! ITD offers a supportive, fun, dedicated environment where you can make a difference!
We are looking for someone who is/has:

• Equity focused
• Collaborative
• Results driven
• Entrepreneurial
• Has deep broadband awareness

What you will typically be responsible for:

• Leadership
• Contracts and negotiation
• Program management
• Grant Management
• Construction management

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A few reasons you might love this job:

• Your work will have a direct impact on the City of Oakland and it's residents.
• You will help solve the digital divide in Oakland.
• You will lead cutting-edge municipal broadband programs.

A few challenges you might face in this job:

• Developing contracts
• Constructing broadband networks
• Applying for and winning grant funding

Competencies Required:

• Professional & Technical Expertise: Applying technical subject matter to the job
  
• Business Process Analysis: Defining, assessing, and improving operational processes and workflow
• Building & Maintaining Relationships: Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships
• Writing: Communicating effectively in writing
• Leveraging Technology: Applying technology for improvements in organizational efficiency and effectiveness
• Innovative Problem Solving: Identifying and analyzing problems in order to propose new ways to do business
• Leadership: Guiding and encouraging others to accomplish a common goal
• Valuing Diversity: Appreciating the benefits of varied backgrounds and cultures in the workplace

* Click on the link below to see a video on what it's like to work for the City of Oakland!
Minimum Requirements for Application
Education:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in public or business administration, accounting, or a related field. A Master's degree is desirable.
Experience:
Five years of progressively responsible experience performing complex administrative duties including two years of supervisory experience.
Desirable Qualifications:

• Broadband policy experience
• Leadership experience
• Program management experience
• Construction management experience
• Grant management experience

Supplemental Information
The Recruitment Process:
This is an at-will position, exempt from the provisions of the City of Oakland Civil Service Rules, per Charter Section 902. All applications received will be forwarded to theInformation Technology Department for further consideration.
Meeting the minimum qualification requirements may not result in further consideration, only the most qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.
What's in it for you?

• Work/Life Balance: 37.5 hour work weeks, and a flexible/hybrid remote schedule
• 15 paid holidays
• Vacation: 2 weeks per year minimum with the ability to accrue more depending on public sector years of service
• Retirement: CalPERS (California Public Employees' Retirement System) with a pension formula of 2.5% @ 55 (for Classic CalPERS members) and 2% @ 62 for new CalPERS members. Classic Employees contribute 8% of pre-tax wages. The City of Oakland does not participate in Social Security
• Health: The City of Oakland pays the full cost of employee and eligible dependent coverage at the Kaiser rate. Other plans include Anthem, Blue Shield, United Health Care, and other HMO and PPO plans
• Dental: Delta Dental full premium for employees and eligible dependents
• Vision: VSP full premium for employees and eligible dependents
• Sick leave: Employees accrue 12 days per year
• Deferred Compensation: 457(b) pre-tax plan and an after-tax ROTH 401(k)plan
• Other benefits include a Flexible Spending Account, Wellness Program, Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Life Insurance up to $200k & Employee Training.

Applicants are required to submit criminal history information upon request after receiving a conditional offer of employment. If the requested information is not furnished in a timely manner, applicants will not qualify for further consideration and will be removed from the eligible list.
The City of Oakland reserves the right to modify the selection process and date of examination as necessary to conform to administrative or business necessity. The information contained in this announcement is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
How to Apply
Apply prior to the closing time of the job announcement and allow at least two to three hours to submit your application if you are a new user on the system. APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED ONLINE ONLY. You may apply and view current openings by visiting our employment opportunities webpage at:
If you do not have access to a computer, there are computer stations available at any City of Oakland Public Library. There are also workstations at the Human Resources Management Department, 150 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, 2nd Floor, Oakland, CA 94612. Workstations are available during regular business hours (normally 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.). Due to current events and pandemic-related safety concerns, City facilities may be closed to the public.
Our online application system is provided by NeoGov. If you have problems while applying online, please contact NeoGov's Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627 between 6:00 AM and 5:00 PM Pacific Time, Monday - Friday. You may also call the City of Oakland Human Resources Management Department during regular business hours at (510) 238-3112 for information; however, we are unable to provide technical support for the online application system.
The City of Oakland is committed to the wellbeing of its employees and offers comprehensive health and wellness services along with an array of other benefits for most positions. Benefits may include*:
• CalPERS Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Medical Waiver Plan - Cash-In-Lieu
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Benefits
• Group & Supplemental Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Guaranteed Ride Home (GRH)
• Pension Benefits
• Deferred Compensation
* Specific benefits may vary depending on the assigned specific bargaining unit. Information regarding most benefits can be reviewed here: Current MOUs may be reviewed here: