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Full-time
5-10

Information Technology Manager 1

12/1/2025

The IT Manager will lead project management for complex IT systems and develop policies aligned with IT life cycle methodologies. They will also manage disaster recovery planning and oversee incident management while supervising staff and ensuring compliance with agency policies.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

10,001+ employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
Employment with the State of Ohio is more than ‘just a job’ – it is a privilege to serve our families, friends and neighbors who rely on us throughout our great state. We are a team of dedicated public servants committed to high performance, innovative thinking, and delivering excellent and efficient services. Our goal is to recruit and retain the best talent for our positions, because when we have the best talent, we get the best results for our community. We are #TeamOhio.
About the Role

DCY is seeking an experienced IT leader to oversee security, recovery, and continuity operations while managing staff and ensuring compliance with agency policies.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead project management for complex IT systems analysis and design.
  • Develop system policies, standards, and procedures aligned with IT life cycle methodologies.
  • Provide subject matter expertise in security, recovery, and business continuity operations.
  • Manage disaster recovery (DR) planning, testing, and restoration.
  • Create and monitor metrics and KPIs for system/recovery operations.
  • Oversee incident management and technology access functions.
  • Supervise staff: assign work, set goals, evaluate performance, and encourage development.
  • Publish documentation, deliver presentations, and train staff on security/recovery policies.
  • Coordinate tabletop exercises and ensure readiness for emergencies.
  • Research emerging technologies and recommend improvements.

Additional Duties:

  • Prepare executive reports on system and recovery status.
  • Participate in meetings, trainings, and seminars.

Pay Information:

Unless required by legislation or union contract, starting salary will be step 1 of the salary range associated with this position. New hires advance to the next step in the range after 6 months and annually thereafter. Based on collective bargaining and legislative activity, there may be cost of living increases awarded annually. Additional longevity supplements begin after 5 years. The current wage progression for this position is in the table below.

Months of Employment

At Hire

6 months

18 months

30 months

42 months

54 Months 

66 Months 

78 Months 

Pay Range

Exempt/16

Step 1

Step 2

Step 3

Step 4

Step 5

Step 6 

Step 7 

Step 8  

Hourly

$47.50

$50.15

$52.90

$55.88

$58.94

$62.31

$64.87

$67.90

Annual

$98,800

$104,312

$110,032

$116,230

$122,595

$129,605

$134,930

$141,232

Background Check Information:

The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

Status of posted positions:

You can check the status of your application online be signing into your profile and clicking the “My Jobpage” tab to view completed submissions and submission details. If you have questions other than your applications status, please direct them to DCY.HumanResources@childrenandyouth.ohio.gov.



8 1/2 years (102 mos.) exp. commensurate with job duties to be performed & knowledges & skills required as outlined in approved position description on file for position to be filled as advertised in job posting; 18 months exp. in performing project management functions as defined in series purpose. 

-Or completion of undergraduate core coursework in computer science, or completion of undergraduate core coursework in any academic major which included at least one course in each of the following: advanced-level computer programming language (for example, COBOL, Delphi, Java, Powerbuilder, Visual Basic, Pl 1, SAS PCS, Pacbase, Full Visual Suite, Designer 2000, Developer 2000, C, C++, Visual C, ECL, or Visual Studio), logic-based mathematics, data base concepts (for example, Oracle, Microsoft Access, Paradox, Sybase, IMS DB, DB2, Cache, DMS, or RDMS), computer systems analysis & design, & basic data processing concepts; additional 6 1/2 years (78 mos.) exp. commensurate with job duties to be performed & knowledges & skills required as outlined in approved position description on file for position to be filled as advertised in job posting.; 18 mos. exp. in performing project management functions as defined in series purpose. 

-Or 12 mos. exp. as Information Technology Supervisor 3, 64119, or equivalent. Or in offices of statewide information technology policy & planning, positions require completion of undergraduate core coursework in computer science, or completion of undergraduate core coursework in any academic major which included at least one course in each of the following: advanced-level computer programming language (for example, COBOL, Delphi, Java, Powerbuilder, Visual Basic, Pl 1, SAS PCS, Pacbase, Full Visual Suite, Designer 2000, Developer 2000, C, C++, Visual C, ECL, or Visual Studio), logic-based mathematics, data base concepts (for example, Oracle, Microsoft Access, Paradox, Sybase, IMS DB, DB2, Cache, DMS, or RDMS), computer systems analysis & design, & basic data processing concepts; 3 yrs. exp. in utilizing word processing software; 3 yrs. exp. in utilizing internet browser(s) for research; 54 mos. exp. which included following: knowledge of information technology architecture components, developing information technology strategic plans, preparing & making presentations/public speaking, writing information technology related policy & procedures, preparing & monitoring budget, providing cost & resources estimates, & contract management; 2 yrs. exp. in utilizing e-mail system; 18 mos. exp. in project management or lead role on information technology project;12 mos. exp. in utilizing spreadsheet software; 12 mos. exp. as Information Technology Supervisor 3, 64119, or equivalent. 

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above. 

Job Skills: Information Technology

Key Skills
Information TechnologyProject ManagementSecurityRecovery OperationsBusiness ContinuityDisaster RecoveryMetrics MonitoringIncident ManagementStaff SupervisionDocumentationTrainingEmerging TechnologiesExecutive ReportingPolicy DevelopmentBudget ManagementPublic Speaking
Categories
TechnologyManagement & LeadershipGovernment & Public Sector
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