Technology Services Manager; Communications

Technology Services Manager

Under general supervision of the Technology Services Director or County Manager, plans, organizes, directs and supervises the Technology Services Department staff and designs, installs, repairs, maintains and keeps computers and network systems functional for Humboldt County & the Public Safety Communications System and other agencies; and performs other work as assigned.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

Oversees Technology Services Department projects. Maintains County computer networks, communications systems, TV translators; maintains records and orders components/supplies when necessary; supervises subordinate staff, including hiring, determining workload, delegating assignments, training, monitoring and evaluating performance, and taking disciplinary action.

Initially, the incumbent will be under the close supervision of the Technology Services Director or County Manager as they learn and train in County specific information systems and public safety communications system. Once the Technology Services Director or County Manager has determined the incumbent to be competent in the named County systems, they will become more independent in performing supervisory functions, be responsible for all projects and day-to-day activity for the Technology Services Department and receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise.

This is an at-will position serving at the pleasure of the Technology Services Director or County Manager and Humboldt County.

The duties listed below are examples of the work typically performed by an employee in this class. An employee may not be assigned all duties listed and may be assigned duties which are not listed below.