INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER - PUBLIC SAFETY

CANDIDATES MUST HAVE COMPLETED SIX (6) MONTHS OF ACTUAL SERVICE AFTER PERMANENT APPOINTMENT AS A CIVIL SERVICE EMPLOYEE BY THE FINAL FILING PERIOD.

Do you have a valid Driver’s License license?, Do you have experience in Team management?, Do you have a Bachelor’s degree?, Any combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge and skills required is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be: Graduation from a college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field such as information technology or information security and over seven (7) years of enterprise applications development and support in the government or business environment, including at least three (3) years of supervisory and project management experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. License or Certificates Must possess and maintain an appropriate valid California driver’s license. Certifications in enterprise applications development, GIS technologies, cybersecurity, database management, Microsoft Power Platform, or programming languages are highly desired. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION, Candidates must pass each component of the exam process, as well as a thorough background investigation to be considered for hire. The background investigation will include job and personal references, arrest records, credit history, use of controlled substances, medical and psychological evaluations, drug screening and a polygraph.

The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract, and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice. City of Torrance Inclusion Statement The City of Torrance is a welcoming and culturally-rich community. As a pillar of public service, we strive to be an employer of choice by attracting and retaining a talented workforce where people of diverse backgrounds, cultures, religions, and lifestyles are valued. Our mission is to create an inclusive environment where our staff are empowered to perform at their highest level and contribute towards making a positive impact.

The City of Torrance is recruiting for a Information Technology Manager - Public Safety to be part of the Information Technology Services (ITS) Division Team in the Torrance Police Department! The Torrance Police Department mission is to preserve public safety and quality of life within the City of Torrance, to respond effectively to the changing needs of the community, and to promote mutual respect between the Police Department and the people we serve.

The DepartmentThe Torrance Police Department has been proudly serving the community of Torrance for over 100 years. Known for its low crime rates, the City of Torrance consistently ranks amount the safest cities in the nation! Joining the Torrance Police Department will give you the opportunity to be part of a progressive, professional law enforcement agency that spans an area of 22 square miles and serves more than 147,000 residents. The Torrance Police Department strives to remain at the forefront of policing by providing our officers with the latest in public safety equipment and technology, and by providing our officers with the best law enforcement training available., The City of Torrance is seeking a strong leader for the position of Information Technology Manager - Public Safety to oversee day to day operations and manage staff in the Information Technology Services (ITS) Division in the Torrance Police Department. The Public Safety IT Manager plans, develops, implements, and supports the TPD technology systems data center, cybersecurity, and network operations. This position supports all TPD enterprise systems, regularly monitors project status and systems performance metrics to ensure results consistent with customer expectations, coordinates projects with other City departments and agencies, is responsible for the TPD ITS division’s service requests, project tracking, and staff workload in the ITSM system, and performs related duties as required.