Administrator, Information Technology
About the role
SEMHA seeks an IT Administrator to support Wayne County’s Department of Juvenile & Youth Services (JYS). This role serves as the department’s primary IT liaison, aligning technology solutions with business needs, supporting applications and processes, and coordinating with County departments and State and Federal agencies, with a primary focus on the Juvenile Accountability Information System (JAIS). The IT Administrator will also lead IT-related procurement activities for JAIS replacement, including supporting the development and evaluation of RFPs, RFIs, and RFQs. The role will facilitate the transition to the new case management or juvenile justice information system, ensuring seamless implementation, parallel system operations, and continuity of service until JAIS is fully retired.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the maintenance, development, enhancement, acquisition, and implementation of departmental applications, including JAIS and other IT-related services.
- Manage and direct IT personnel supporting JAIS applications and collaborate with users to identify, prioritize, and implement system changes and enhancements.
- Ensure applications comply with applicable State, County, and Federal rules, regulations, reporting requirements, and Wayne County IT standards and policies.
- Develop IT solutions that improve information sharing, workflow, system integration, and operational efficiency across Wayne County, including the Third Circuit Court and State and Federal agencies.
- Develop cost-benefit analyses, as needed, and collaborate with external agencies on grant opportunities and data-sharing needs.
- Serve as a central technical resource for JAIS replacement procurement, including RFP, RFI, and RFQ requirements development, vendor communication, and evaluation support.
- Plan, coordinate, and execute the transition from JAIS to the newly awarded system, ensuring operational continuity