Director, IT Application Development presso Duval County Public Schools

Job Summary

Works with District leadership and technical professionals to coordinate and implement the design and continuous improvement of internally developed software and data solutions to address line of business needs.  Ensures the stability and integrity of District data within assigned scope.

Essential Functions

1. Oversees all activities and functions involved with the analysis, definition, specification, development, testing, documentation, and implementation of new and existing solutions.

2. Leads, directs, and manages Applications Development operations; recruits, selects, orients, trains, coaches, counsels, and disciplines staff.  Plans, monitors, appraises, and reviews staff job contributions.

3. Leads the development, implementation, improvement, and enforcement of standards, practices, procedures, and methodologies related to systems analysis, architecture, design, development, and testing.

4. Works with District staff to determine business and system requirements and rules for the purposes of development, enhancement, and support of District functions.

5. Oversees all activities and resources related to testing and evaluation of commercial off the shelf solutions as requested by schools and District business units.

6. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent supervisory and/or management work experience. 

Experience:  Five (5) years of progressive, responsible experience in the areas of analysis, development, implementation, and management within a technical landscape.  Knowledge of K-12 educational business systems preferred.

Certifications & Licenses:  Relevant development certification preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong working knowledge of computerized management systems
• Knowledge of district, state, and federal policies, guidelines, laws, and rules related to information technology
• Knowledge of Microsoft Operating Systems
• Knowledge of network systems and infrastructure
• Knowledge of emerging technologies
• Strong skills in implementing effective and innovative software development methodologies
• Strong project management skills
• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong supervisory skills
• Strong time management skills
• Strong creative problem solving skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong computer systems technology skills
• Strong word processing, spreadsheet, project management, database, and presentation software skills
• Ability to coordinate work with senior level, mid-level managers and technical specialists
• Ability to discuss technical information with users, discern their needs and identify appropriate solutions
• Ability to communicate technical and complex information to non-technical users
• Ability to manage projects from concept development through implementation
• Ability to develop and administer budgets
• Ability to analyze complex data
• Ability to design workflows and procedures
• Ability to manage team activities
• Ability to lead a progressive IT group
• Ability to implement continuous improvement processes
• Ability to effectively facilitate meetings