Disaster Recovery Manager jobs in Minnesota

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Join the 2,000 professionals who are bringing strategic vision to state government as part of Minnesota's information technology agency. Work for Minnesota IT Services (MNIT) and be part of a cutting-edge organization that is emerging as a national leader in government IT. This position exists to serve our partners at the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT). MNIT DOT supports an agency with technology integrated into all areas of business – from business intelligence and solutions for providing critical transportation infrastructure across Minnesota to planning and operating a safe, efficient, and reliable multimodal transportation system to connect people and markets across Minnesota.

Our culture promotes collaboration, demands continuous improvement and encourages innovation in IT delivery. Be a part of something bigger than yourself, something to be inspired by; come to work for MNIT DOT.

Working Title: Disaster Recovery Program Manager
Job Class: Information Technology Specialist 4
Agency: Minnesota IT Services

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 01/20/2023
• Closing Date: 02/06/2023
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Minnesota IT Services
• Division/Unit: Minnesota Department of Transportation (DOT)
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $33.13 - $54.64 / hourly; $69,175 - $114,088 / annually
• Job Class Option: Project Management
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Administrative
• Telework Eligible: Yes
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

As an Application Operations IT PM – Disaster Recovery Program Manager with Minnesota IT Services (MNIT), you will be working at an agency that believes in public service and enhancing lives with technology solutions. You will provide the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT), our partner in performance, with management of the MnDOT Application Recovery Disaster Recovery (DR) Program supporting transportation products and services for the good of the Minnesota public. We are seeking a high-energy, self-motivated, and results-driven advanced IT Application Program Coordinator with exemplary communication skills, stakeholder management and proactive leadership. As the Application Operations Disaster Recovery Program Manager, you will provide advanced technical program and project coordination/management. You will coordinate development and maintenance of MnDOT’s DR Plans for 500 applications, managing priority and resourcing for specific applications. This work includes oversight of activities that will result in the testing of DR plans to ensure application continuity in event of a disaster. Join a team dedicated to innovation and enhancing the way our communities travel for family, work, education, entertainment and more!

**At this time, this position is eligible to work full-time teleworking, hybrid or full-time in the office depending on the needs of the business unit and with supervisor approval. Telework is a work arrangement that allows an employee to perform work on a scheduled regular, recurring basis at a remote telework location.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must clearly demonstrate all of the following qualifications in their resume:

This position requires a minimum of four (4) years of experience performing program and project coordination/management functions, including large scale, cross-functional projects in a complex technology environment.

Experience must include:

• Demonstrated achievements in program or project leadership, including planning, directing and implementing complex projects and initiatives on time, within budget and with desired functionality.
• Experience implementing disaster recovery (DR) and/or business continuity COOP professional practices such as business impact analysis, business continuation planning, alternate site contacts, and testing.

A Master’s degree in Information Technology or a related field substitutes for three years of experience, OR a related Bachelor’s degree substitutes for two years, OR a related Associate’s substitutes for one year.

**Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and a criminal history verification**

It is the policy of the Minnesota IT Services that all employees submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

• SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past state employees only)
• Criminal History Check
• Employment Reference Check
• Social Security and Address Verification
• Education Verification
• Other legally required checks

**Minnesota IT Services will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.**

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing and implementing a product plan (business plan) for disaster recovery.
• Knowledge of Azure sufficient to apply and utilize Azure tools and solutions related to disaster recovery.
• Knowledge of security practices for prevention, detection as well as enabling tools for authentication, authorization, encryption, filtering, etc.
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) Certification
• Excellent analytical problem-solving skills
• Well-developed skills in technical report writing.
• Human relation skills to lead and work effectively with a diverse team on a day-to-day basis, resolve interpersonal conflict, motivate, and develop team members, and influence stakeholders and key decision-makers.
• Ability to communicate effectively, clearly, and proficiently with individuals at all levels in written, verbal, and other forms, and ability to communicate technical details to non-technical people.
• Good knowledge of the theory, principles, and practice of project and/or program management and development of new products/services.
• Broad understanding across a multitude of contemporary technologies.
• Knowledge of electronic government practices.

How to Apply

This vacancy is open for bids and all qualified applicants simultaneously. This vacancy will be filled in accordance with applicable union contract provisions. Current employees of Minnesota IT Services who are currently in an Information Technology Specialist 4, Project Management position and who are eligible to bid and apply within the seven (7) day bidding period will be considered prior to filling the position via other means.

Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

If you have questions about the position, contact Delva Lilic at delva.lilic@state.mn.us.

To be considered for any Veteran’s Status, you MUST indicate this on your application.

RECENTLY SEPARATED VETERANS (RSV): Effective July 1, 2009, legislation provides that the top five RSV applicants who apply and meet the qualifications for a vacancy shall be granted an interview. To qualify, you must meet the following: 1) have separated under honorable conditions from any branch of the armed forces of the United States; 2) have served on active duty for 181 consecutive days or more or for the full period ordered to active duty or have separated by reason of disability incurred while serving on active duty; 3) be a United States citizen or resident alien; and 4) have served in active military service at any time on or after September 11, 2001, as shown on your DD-214 form. To be considered under this legislation, you must: 1) meet all Minimum Qualifications identified in this posting; 2) meet all of the above RSV criteria; and 3) submit a copy of your DD-214 form by the closing date to: MNIT.Recruitment@state.mn.us. Failure to submit your DD-214 form will affect your consideration for an interview under this legislation.

CERTAIN DISABLED VETERANS: Effective August 1, 2012, legislation provides state agencies with the option to appoint certain disabled veterans on a noncompetitive basis if you: 1) meet service requirements and have a verified service-connected disability rating of at least 30%; 2) provide qualifying documentation verifying the disability; and 3) meet all Minimum Qualifications identified in this posting. To be considered under this legislation you must submit all documentation by the closing date to: MNIT.Recruitment@state.mn.us.

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Delva Lilic at delva.lilic@state.mn.us.

Why Work for Us

Diverse Workforce

We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.

A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:

• 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission
• 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
• 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
• 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule

Comprehensive Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Public pension plan
• Training and professional development
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays each year
• Paid parental leave
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Dependent care spending account
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and indicate what assistance is needed.