Director (ACP)

Hours: Full-Time – 35 Hours Work Location: 30-30 Thomson Avenue, LIC, NY 11101 Only candidates who are permanent in the Computer Systems Manager title, those who are reachable on DDC Promotional List (Exam #4524), or reachable on the Open-Competitive List (Exam #4035) may apply. Please include a copy of your Notice of Results card or indicate if you are already permanent in the title. If you do not meet the previously mentioned civil service criteria, you will not be considered for an interview. The NYC Department of Design and Construction is seeking to hire a Director to lead a team of senior developers. Working in the Information Technology Services Division and reporting to the agency Assistant Commissioner of Applications Development, the successful candidate will be tasked with the oversight of resources responsible for the implementation of key cross agency information management initiatives utilizing standard PMO techniques. S/He will support the product management team to achieve their commitments by leveraging and providing innovative technological solutions and approaches ensuring continuous progress and success. Additional functions of the Director include the following: ensuring consistent methodology across projects; code review; identifying and producing common metrics; ensuring schedule adherence; adhering to budget achievement and benefits realization; communicating with key business stakeholders to ensure solutions meet business requirements; identifying cross project interdependencies, risks and business change impacts; leading regular project reviews with the appropriate audience driving accountability and quality assurance, and managing vendors contracted for various phases of the project implementation. Via the implementation of these constructs, the position is expected to provide a sustainable yet malleable framework for managing and scaling short and long term IT initiatives to ensure they are brought to fruition on time, on budget and with the highest level of quality for the industry. Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position. NYC Department of Design and Construction does not provide sponsorship for international employees for visa applications, extensions or status changes, including STEM/OPT visas. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that they meet all qualifying requirements for this position, at the time of application. All applicants, including City Employees: Please go to NYC Government Jobs Explore Careers City of New York, go to Search for Open Jobs, and type in the Job ID # listed above. Submit job application as prompted. Do not apply via Employee Self-Service (ESS), e-mail, mail, or fax your resume to DDC directly.

•Preference will be given to candidates with five years software development project management experience responsible for implementing SDLC and other related governance, procedures, policies and supporting business systems (version control, bug tracking, product support, project management). •Knowledge and experience with Agile methodology is a must. •Experience in managing multiple teams and vendors in complex initiatives both grassroot development and customized Commercial Over the Shelf (COTS). •Previous software product development experience within a structured software development environment, with knowledge of software build tools, test methodologies, techniques, and processes. •Previous experience with NYC construction contracts processes and/or systems is a plus, excellent leadership, collaboration, and communication (written, verbal and presentation) skills. •Strong understanding of business goals and standards for customer service, innovative problem solver, strong analytical and critical problem-solving skills.

New York City Residency is not required for this position.