Application Support Manager
Apply NowCompany: State of Kansas
Location: Shawnee, KS 66216
Description:
Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy:
At KDOT, we reward our staff's hard work by providing training opportunities, a family-oriented work environment and service recognition. Promotional opportunities, free parking, and potential hybrid work schedules are also offered. KDOT is a great place to work, so come be part of our team!
Verification of identity and employment eligibility to work in the United States is required by federal law. For a list of acceptable documents that establish these criteria, please refer to the federal Form I-9 . KDOT does not provide sponsorships for this position.
E-Verify: The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For additional information regarding E-Verify, please click here . For additional information regarding Immigrant and Employee Rights (IER) please click here .
About the Position:
Position Summary & Responsibilities:
Position Summary:
This Application Support Manager position is located in Topeka, at the Eisenhower State Office Building, and is within the Office of Information Technology Services. This position plans, coordinates, and oversees the activities of multiple Application Support Teams in the design, development, quality control, and implementation of organizational information systems and software application. The Application Support Manager is also responsible for the maintenance, support, and upgrades of existing systems and applications, and guides Application Support Teams on issues related to the design, development, and deployment of mission-critical information and software systems.
The Application Support Manager must coordinate the efforts of their team to attain a unified, seamless integration of data and stable systems for the Agency and coordinate their efforts with other managers in the Office of IT Services to make sure work is conducted efficiently and productively. This position is expected to provide effective leadership to their assigned work unit, providing priority outcomes, performance feedback, timely performance reviews, coaching and counseling, discipline, and development opportunities as well as leading by example. The Application Support Manager also plays a significant role in forming the information technology strategy and direction of the agency.
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Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Optional Documents for this Application to be Complete
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How to Claim Veterans Preference
Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager.
Learn more about claiming Veteran's Preference
How to Claim Disability Hiring Preference
Applicants that have physical, cognitive and/or mental disabilities may claim an employment preference when applying for positions. If they are qualified to meet the performance standards of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, they will receive an interview for the position. The preference does not guarantee an applicant the job, as positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager.
Learn more about claiming Disability Hiring Preference
Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability, or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.
If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.
- Job Posting closes: July 31, 2024
At KDOT, we reward our staff's hard work by providing training opportunities, a family-oriented work environment and service recognition. Promotional opportunities, free parking, and potential hybrid work schedules are also offered. KDOT is a great place to work, so come be part of our team!
Verification of identity and employment eligibility to work in the United States is required by federal law. For a list of acceptable documents that establish these criteria, please refer to the federal Form I-9 . KDOT does not provide sponsorships for this position.
E-Verify: The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For additional information regarding E-Verify, please click here . For additional information regarding Immigrant and Employee Rights (IER) please click here .
About the Position:
- Who can apply: Anyone
- Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified
- Full/Part-time: Full-Time
- Regular/Temporary: Regular
- Work Schedule: Monday - Friday
- Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes
- Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes
- Search Keywords: Holton, Oskaloosa, Lawrence, Ottawa, Osage City, Eskridge, Alma, Wamego
- Annual Salary Range: $78,900.00 - $95,971.20
- Hourly Pay Range: $37.93 - $46.14
- Work-Life Balance Programs:
- Paid Leave: Vacation, Holidays, Parental, Military, Sick, Funeral and Jury Duty
- Employee Assistance Program
- For help managing daily life at no cost to you
- Infant at Work Program
- Voluntary Benefits: Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- First-Day Coverage:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vison Insurance
- Tax Advantage Accounts: HSA, HRA, FSA with qualifying plans
- Life Insurance:
- Employer paid basic group life
- Optional group life insurance available at a reasonable cost.
- Retirement:
- KPERS and Deferred Compensation
- Other Benefits:
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid on-the-job training programs.
- Personal and Professional Development Opportunities
- Employee discounts with the STAR Program
- And more!
Position Summary & Responsibilities:
Position Summary:
This Application Support Manager position is located in Topeka, at the Eisenhower State Office Building, and is within the Office of Information Technology Services. This position plans, coordinates, and oversees the activities of multiple Application Support Teams in the design, development, quality control, and implementation of organizational information systems and software application. The Application Support Manager is also responsible for the maintenance, support, and upgrades of existing systems and applications, and guides Application Support Teams on issues related to the design, development, and deployment of mission-critical information and software systems.
The Application Support Manager must coordinate the efforts of their team to attain a unified, seamless integration of data and stable systems for the Agency and coordinate their efforts with other managers in the Office of IT Services to make sure work is conducted efficiently and productively. This position is expected to provide effective leadership to their assigned work unit, providing priority outcomes, performance feedback, timely performance reviews, coaching and counseling, discipline, and development opportunities as well as leading by example. The Application Support Manager also plays a significant role in forming the information technology strategy and direction of the agency.
View the full position description
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field and five years of experience in information systems and analysis
- OR Seven years of experience in information systems and analysis.
- Successful experience leading an information technology team, overseeing application development activities and staff, managing customer relationships, making presentations, and taking on tough challenges.
- Good project management skills and/or substantial exposure to project-based work structures and lifecycle models.
- A solid understanding of the .Net platform and tools.
- Must be able to pass a KBI background check.
- Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate required in accordance with Executive Order 2004-03. Each applicant (even non-residents) who is selected for a State of Kansas job vacancy must apply for a Tax Clearance Certificate within 10 days from the date of the offer letter by accessing the Kansas Department of Revenue's (KDOR) website at www.kdor.ks.gov/apps/taxclearance/Default.aspx .
If you need assistance with the tax clearance, please contact KDOR at ([redacted] or by email at [redacted]
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- Transcripts (if substituting education)
- DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran's Preference)
- Resume (or choose existing if you have one)
- Cover Letter
How to Claim Veterans Preference
Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager.
Learn more about claiming Veteran's Preference
How to Claim Disability Hiring Preference
Applicants that have physical, cognitive and/or mental disabilities may claim an employment preference when applying for positions. If they are qualified to meet the performance standards of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, they will receive an interview for the position. The preference does not guarantee an applicant the job, as positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager.
Learn more about claiming Disability Hiring Preference
Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability, or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.
If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.