United States Courts
Location
Birmingham, AL | United States
Job description
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Information Technology (IT) Manager performs professional and managerial work to ensure the effective functioning of all automated court systems. The incumbent directs supervisors and staff to guarantee the operation, coordination, and integration of office automation equipment, telecommunications, audio visual (AV), and courtroom technology; administer national Judiciary and local applications; and ensure compliance with appropriate guidelines, policies, and approved internal controls. As a member of the Clerk of Court's senior management team, the IT Manager works closely with the Clerk, Chief Deputy, and Operations Manager to identify strategic challenges and implement advancing actions. This position reports directly to the Clerk.
Travel between geographical divisions is required to interact with judges and staff, identify issues, and oversee work processes and work product. Limited situational telework may be available per policy at the discretion of the Clerk of Court.
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must have a minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible supervisory experience that provided an opportunity to exercise sound judgment in a challenging environment, gain strong interpersonal skills, and develop a practical understanding of principles, concepts, and tools of organizational management. At least two (2) of the four (4) years of experience must have been in a supervisory or managerial position that provided an opportunity to acquire a thorough knowledge of general processes and practices in the areas of User Support, Network Administration, and/or Systems Development. Experience within the Federal Government is preferred, and experience within the Federal Judiciary will be favored.
Other Requirements: The incumbent must be detail-oriented and possess strong problem-solving skills; able to communicate accurately, effectively, and timely with colleagues, senior executives, and across agencies; and highly skilled in the use of automated systems and software, including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
Applicants must possess a bachelor's degree; preferably, in computer science, systems engineering, or a similar area of study. Please note if the undergraduate degree program was accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology. A graduate degree in computer science, software engineering, cybersecurity, or business administration is preferred.
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A generous benefits package is available and includes:
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Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
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APPLICATION INFORMATION
Interested applicants must submit five (5) items combined into a single PDF:
1) a cover letter;
2) a resume;
3) a list of professional references;
4) a completed Federal Judicial Branch Application for Employment (AO 78); and
5) a written response of no more than two (2) pages total to the following questions:
a) Describe your approach to management and your leadership philosophy. Include examples that demonstrate your views on communication, mentoring, performance standards, quality control, and staff development.
b) Describe the breadth of your knowledge in IT user support, network administration, and/or development. Connect past experiences to explain.
c) Explain your personal interest in this position and the community it serves.
Submit materials electronically to [email protected] . Hard copies and faxed copies of applications will not be accepted.
US District Court, Northern District of Alabama
Hugo L. Black United States Courthouse
1729 5th Avenue North
35203
1729 5th Avenue North, AL 35203
US
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The U.S. District Court is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
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