Clarification from the agency

This job requires a High-Sensitive Security Clearance (Investigative updates are required every 5 years).

The Software Development Manager is responsible for effectively overseeing and managing the software development staff within the court, including operation, coordination, and integration of all Judiciary and local applications. The Software Development Manager participates in regularly scheduled IT management meetings as well as in local, regional, and national meetings.

Duties

• Supervise Department Programmers and oversee the development, implementation, and maintenance of the Court's applications and Case Management systems. Ensure the Court's IT structure aligns well with the Court's organizational structure and processes.
• Investigate and develop ways to integrate the Court's IT systems, create and implementing enterprise architecture models and recommend improvements to current internal functions, processes, and lower recurring costs.
• Manage, develop, and mentor Department staff and other professionals involved in IT activities, including establishing standards, assigning, and reviewing work, evaluating performance, and handling disciplinary actions.
• Ensure the effectiveness of security systems for hardware, software, networks, data, physical property, and equipment. Manage the IT Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) and ensure annual testing and plan updates.
• Meet regularly with the IT Director, Court Unit Executives, and vendors to determine information technology needs, recommend viable solutions, and maintain collaborative relationships.
• Remain current regarding emerging technologies and security issues. Evaluate or create training materials to improve employee awareness and knowledge of these systems so they can use these computer systems more effectively.
• Demonstrate and utilize efficient project management techniques for IT projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

Conditions of employment

This is a High-Sensitive position within the Judiciary. Employment will be considered provisional pending successful completion of an OPM background investigation and credit check and a favorable suitability determination. Investigative updates are required every five years. This position is not covered under the Fair Chance to Compete Act.

Qualifications

Minimum of five years of specialized experience with application development; systems design; administration of virtualized server environments; and securing, supporting, and maintaining data networks. Experience with Distributed File Systems (DFS).

Outstanding leadership qualities and a commitment to developing a supportive, collegial team environment, including mentoring and training IT staff to achieve and assume higher levels of responsibility. Thorough understanding of IT security theories and best practices; security appliances; firewalls; endpoint security controls (including anti-virus, anti-malware, application control, web threat protection); and network security and network traffic analysis. Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to multitask, manage projects efficiently, and meet established deadlines. Ability to exercise good judgment and work calmly under pressure. Ability to interact with non-technical users in a professional and supportive manner.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Only qualified applicants will be considered. Incomplete applications may not be considered.