IT and Data Services Senior Manager

Position: IT Applications and Data Services Senior Manager
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Pay Range:$ - $ Annual Department:

Department of County Assets (DCA)
Job Type:Regular Non-Represented Exemption Status:

United States of America (Exempt)
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

June 18, 2026

The Opportunity:

Overview Multnomah County is Oregon's largest county by population. The Information Technology (IT) division, based in the Department of County Assets (DCA), has 189 experienced and dedicated professionals who serve a community of 800,000 people and a County staff of 6500 customers. We understand that technology, and our community, are rapidly changing so we adapt and make forward-thinking strategic decisions. We need you to be on the forefront of our efforts to design the future of the county’s technology services.

We believe that this work matters …We are searching for an innovative leader to join our team as the IT Senior Applications and Data Services Manager. You will have up to 5 direct reports and an overall staff of 80 employees. The team manages a diverse portfolio of 200+ custom applications, enterprise systems, internal and external websites, and data integrations.

They are also responsible for operating our data, analytics, and Dev Ops platforms. Key in-flight projects you would be accountable for include implementing a cloud based Data and Analytics platform, and the transformation of our external websites to be more accessible and human centered . Both projects involve engagements at all levels of the organization and with external interest holders.

Our ideal candidate has significant IT leadership experience, solid product experience and demonstrated leadership in AI and AI development, and the ability to build strong collaborative working relationships. You will be a trusted partner within IT and with our customers. You will be responsible for delivering complex IT services and projects. You will know how to excel in a dynamic environment, be comfortable with change and make data-driven decisions.

You will have the ability to influence and communicate with interest holders at all levels of the organization. You must value diversity and equity, and support a workplace environment with a focus on safety, trust and belonging.

Success in this role begins with people: you will inherit a talented, growing team in the midst of significant modernization, and your first priority will be to stabilize it—filling key roles, building permanent capability where the organization currently relies on contractors, and creating the continuity needed to deliver our most critical projects.

Multnomah County offers an exceptional benefits package, including employer-funded retirement savings; health and dental insurance at very low cost to full-time employees and their dependents; paid parental leave; wellness programs; a focus on work-life balance and stability; support for professional development and much more. Find more details on our website.

Areas of focus for this role include:

Senior Leadership and Management Provide strategic leadership, coaching and professional development for a large, multidisciplinary team of up to 5 direct reports and an overall staff of 80 employees plus contract staff.

Serve as a member of the DCA and IT Senior Leadership teams in the collaborative development of policies, priorities and  customer experience oriented and consider our community in terms of how we deliver effective cross-cultural services.

Create a culture of innovation, fun and continuous improvement.

Develop and manage a $20 million budget.

Strategic Planning Work collaboratively to develop and implement strategic plans, vision, technical direction, and to allocate software application resources to meet business and operational goals.

Lead the evaluation of new application-related technologies and participate in executive-level discussions about technology investments.

Create technical roadmaps that advance the County's Digital Strategies and meet customer and community needs.

Assist in shaping and leading the strategy for leveraging AI and ML capabilities, including AI assisted…