Director, Software Development - NYC School Construction Authority Long Island City, Queens, NY, USA Bookmark Share Print 831 0 0

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Director, Software Development

The New York City School Construction Authority (NYCSCA) builds and renovates public schools throughout all of the boroughs. We believe that schools should be efficiently designed and constructed; they should be safe, attractive and environmentally sound. The SCA’s responsibilities span the life of each project (new schools, additions, and capital improvements to existing schools) from planning, real estate, budgeting, scoping, and designing, to construction completion. 

The SCA is seeking a Director of Software Development to plan and oversee the day-to-day activities for operational and/or administrative matters for the Software Development Team.

Core Responsibilities: Design and implement information technology requirements to best serve each division's functions and define its information needs. Manage a portfolio of products supporting the organization. Manage and inspire project teams to produce the best outcomes for the organization. Facilitates information deliveries and reports on project status. Supervise divisional staff in defining, developing, and facilitating implementation of an Authority-wide information system to assure the integrity and efficient management of Authority information. Investigate the marketplace for new innovations and identify new tools and techniques to accelerate delivery of information systems.  Implement standards designed to provide consistent levels of quality in the delivery of information technology systems; manage cost and productivity in the delivery of these services.  Develop and make recommendations concerning policies and procedures affecting operational and administrative matters.  Serve as a principal liaison between the various Authority Departments and Divisions, Department of Education, government agencies and outside contractors and consultants.  Translate organization strategy into plans, programs, and objectives for their team(s).  Develop and recommend to Senior Management Authority-wide policies and procedures affecting all aspects of Authority operations.  Direct and evaluate the work performed by assigned teams.  Perform related duties, as assigned.

Strongly Preferred Background:  Experience with financial systems including accounts and procurement. Working knowledge of Oracle financials. Experience managing implementers of a financial system. Has Software Developer experience.

Requires: Baccalaureate degree plus fifteen years of full time, administration, experience in operations, construction, management, administration, or a related field; five years must be in an administrative or managerial capacity OR a satisfactory combination of education and experience.

We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, prescription and vision coverage; retirement savings plans including pension, 401K, 457 and IRA options, and generous paid time off, are just a sample of our benefits. Salary Range $131,026 to $185,323 dependent upon qualifications. 

Visit our website https://nycsca.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/External_Career_Site & apply to Job R-FY22-70

New York City School Construction Authority is an equal opportunity employer.