Business Systems Manager

City of Fremont

Fremont, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$153,784.64–$192,230.80 Per Year
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Billing, Budget Management, Budgeting, Business Administration, Business Development, Business Operations, Business Processes, Business Solutions, Business Support, Class C License, Communication Skills, Computer Maintenance, Computer Networks, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Computer Software, Computer Systems, Computer Systems Design, Conflict Resolution, Consulting, Customer Support/Service, Data Analysis, Data Modeling, Data Quality, Database Design, Disaster Recovery, Documentation, Driver's License, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Enterprise Applications, Environmental Monitoring, Establish Priorities, Feasibility Analysis, Financial Systems, Government, Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Keyboards, Large-Scale Systems, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Management of Information Systems/Technology (MIS), Needs Assessment, Negotiation Skills, Operational Improvement, Operational Strategy, Operations Management, Organizational Development/Management, Payroll Software/Services, People Management, Performance Analysis, Performance Reviews, Peripheral Hardware, Persuasion Skills, Policy Development, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Development, Procedure Implementation, Progress Reports, Project Evaluation, Project Planning, Project/Program Management, Public Administration, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Requirements Management, Service Delivery, Software Administration, Software Development, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Software Engineering, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Analysis, Systems/Internals Programming, Team Building, Team Player, Technical Leadership, Technical Operations, Telecommunications, Testing, Time Management, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Fremont, CA
POSTED
11 days ago

Business Systems Manager

Salary

$153,784.64 - $192,230.80 Annually

Location

Fremont, CA

Job Type

Full-time, regular

Job Number

26IT02

Department

Information Technology

Division

ITS-Information Systems

Opening Date

07/01/2026

  • Description
  • Benefits
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Description

The Fremont Information Technology Services Department is recruiting for the position of Business Systems Manager.

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THE DEPARTMENT:

The Information Technology Services (ITS) Department supports and enhances computer, telecommunications, enterprise applications, cybersecurity readiness, and mapping systems for the City. The ITS Department is committed to providing outstanding customer service by being transparent, adaptive, and responsive in meeting customer needs. The ITS Department, in partnership with its customers, assists in planning, selecting and implementing value-added business solutions that fulfill the City's strategic goals and objectives.

IS THIS THE ROLE FOR YOU?

The City of Fremont is seeking an experiencedand collaborative technology leader to serve as Business Systems Manager within the Information Technology Services Department. This position plays a critical role in supporting the Citys enterprise business applications portfolio and partnering with departments across the organization to identify, develop, and implement technology solutions that improve operational effectiveness and service delivery.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Personnel Management: Principles and practices related to supervising, evaluating, training, and developing staff.
  • Public Sector Budgeting: How budgets are prepared, managed, and monitored in government environments.
  • Application
  • Software Development & Programming: Understanding of the software development lifecycle, coding practices, and maintaining complex applications.
  • Database Design: Relational database structure, file organization, and data modeling.
  • Statistical Methods & Business/Public Administration Practices: Knowledge helpful for analysis, reporting, and organizational operations.
  • Organizational Design & Development: Structuring teams, departments, and work processes for effectiveness.
  • Leadership & Team Dynamics: Motivating teams, managing conflict, building consensus, and facilitating meetings.

If you enjoy solving complex business challenges, leading technology initiatives, and leveraging technology to improve services for both employees and the community, this may be the opportunity for you.

HOW TO APPLY

This recruitment will remain open until filled; however, the FIRST REVIEW of applications will take place on Monday, August 3, 2026, at 12:00 PM (noon) PST. This recruitment may close without notice after this date, so interested candidates are encouraged to apply immediately.

To be considered for this outstanding employment opportunity, please complete an application online by clicking "Apply" just above this box.

Applicants will be notified electronically via Government Jobs as to their status in the selection process. Please review your settings in government jobs to ensure that you receive all updates regarding your status in the recruitment.

SELECTION PROCESS

The selection process may include individual and/or panel interviews, professional reference checks, fingerprint check for criminal history, and other related components. Only those candidates who have the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

Human Resources will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources of any special needs a minimum of 5 days in advance of the selection process by calling (510) 494-4660 or emailing humanresources@fremont.gov.

CONTACT US

For additional information, please contact Human Resources Department at: humanresources@fremont.gov

The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

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Business Systems Manager - Class Specification

Definition

Under general direction, plans, organizes and directs information technology for all business software systems for the City; manages design and development teams in performing systems programming and analysis; and serves as a member of the departments management team.

Class Characteristics

This is a single position, division-head level classification in the Department of Information Technology Services, with responsibility for planning, selection, installation, implementation, enhancement, maintenance, and ongoing support of all business software program and related peripherals. This classification is distinguished from the department head in that the latter is responsible for planning, organizing and directing information technology for the city including computer systems and networks, telecommunications, and telephone services. The Business Systems Manager receives administrative direction from the Chief Technology Officer and exercises direct supervision over professional and technical staff.

Essential Functions

  • Supervises and participates in the analysis and development of major business applications; ensures the effective and efficient operation and maintenance of the applications.
  • Confers with user department staff on converting specific business processes or operations to appropriate technology solutions; conducts feasibility studies.
  • Reduces design projects into component analysis tasks; prepares time estimates and progress reports; prepares final systems design and documentation necessary for programming.
  • Develops and maintains complex software programs.
  • Evaluates, tests and revises vendor supplied software and hardware products; negotiates and confers with representatives of hardware and software vendors.
  • Establishes project management guidelines and control methods and standards.
  • Enforces procedures for controlling work flow and data integrity.
  • Performs or oversees performance of disaster recovery as necessary for applications.
  • Develops specifications for software necessary to support applications.
  • Advises management of the capabilities and limitations of hardware and software.
  • Assists in publishing and maintaining standards for computer hardware and software utilization.
  • Serves as technical advisor to executive management and City staff in the resolution of technical problems.
  • Determines necessity for the provision of outside consulting services.
  • Manages project and division budgets and resources.
  • Assists in the development and monitoring of the department budget, goals and objectives, and work plan.
  • Ensures compliance with legislative, regulatory and judicial mandates, regulations and professional standards.
  • Establishes division policies and procedures.
  • Participates in the selection of staff; plans, assigns, schedules and evaluates the work of assigned staff; develops and implements performance standards; coordinates and implements discipline when necessary.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of: Personnel management principles and practices; project management techniques; principles and practices of budget management in the public sector; methods and techniques of systems and procedures analyses, application software development, computer programming, systems scheduling/utilization, information technology procedures and controls; relational database design and file structure; statistical methods, business and public administration practices; potentials and limitations of information technology equipment; principles and practices of management, supervision, and training; group dynamics; managing meetings; organizational design and development; principles and practices of leadership, motivation, team building and conflict resolution; principles and practices of organizational analysis.

Ability to: Identify and conceptualize information needs, work flow sequences; develop programs optimizing computer use within system design constraints; prepare and present comprehensive and clear reports and recommendations regarding complex technical issues; ensure completion of projects in a timely manner; analyze data and/or problems, identify potential solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations; prepare narrative, statistical and technical reports; analyze existing systems, processes, and procedures and modify/develop changes as necessary; plan, organize, and prioritize work assignments; make formal and informal presentations; supervise, train, and evaluate personnel; effectively delegate responsibility to others; gain cooperation through discussion and persuasion; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Incumbents must possess the physical and mental capacity to work under the conditions described in this document and to perform the essential functions of their assigned position.

Education/Experience

Any combination of education and/or experience that has provided the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to satisfactory job performance would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge, skills, and abilities would be: possession of a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in information systems, computer sciences, public or business administration or a related field and five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in systems analysis or programming and coding of applications in the public sector, two (2) years of which involved supervision and management.

Possession of a Masters degree is desirable.

Licenses/Certificates/Special Requirements

This classification requires the ability to travel independently within and outside of City limits. Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license is required. Failure to maintain this license will result in discipline up to and including termination.

Physical and Environmental Demands

Rare = < 10%, Occasional = 11-33%, Frequent = 34-66%, Constant = > 66%

Sitting (drive): Frequent

Walking: Occasional

Standing: Occasional

Bending (neck): Occasional

Bending (waist): Occasional

Squatting: Rare

Climbing: Rare

Kneeling: Rare

Crawling: Rare

Jumping: Rare

Balancing: Rare

Twisting (neck): Occasional

Twisting (waist): Occasional

Grasp - light (dominant hand): Occasional

Grasp - light (non-dominant): Occasional

Grasp - firm (dominant hand): Rare

Grasp - firm (non-dominant): Rare

Fine manipulation (dominant): Frequent to Constant (keyboard)

Fine manipulation (non-dominant): Frequent

Reach - at/below shoulder: Occasional to Frequent (keyboard, mouse, desk items)

Reach - above shoulder level: Rare

Push/pull:

Up to 10 lbs. Rare (door/drawer)

11 to 25 lbs. Never

26 to 50 lbs. Never

51 to 75 lbs. Never

76 to 100 lbs. Never

Over 100 lbs. Never

Lifting:

Up to 10 lbs. Occasional (papers, desk items)

11 to 25 lbs. Never

26 to 50 lbs. Never

51 to 75 lbs. Never

76 to 100 lbs. Never

Over 100 lbs. Never

Carrying:

Up to 10 lbs. Occasional

11 to 25 lbs. Never

26 to 50 lbs. Never

51 to 75 lbs. Never

76 to 100 lbs. Never

Over 100 lbs. Never

Coordination:

Eye-hand: Required

Eye-hand-foot: Not required

Driving: Required

Vision:

Acuity, near: Required (when driving)

Acuity, far: Required

Depth perception: Required

Accommodation: Required

Color vision: Required

Field of vision: Required

Talking:

Face-to-face contact: Required

Verbal contact w/others: Required

Public: Not required

Hearing:

Normal conversation: Required

Telephone communication: Required

Earplugs required: Not required

Work environment:

Works indoors, works outdoors to meetings, exposure to extreme hot or cold temperature outdoors only, using computer monitor, works around others, works alone, works with others.

Class Code: 1718

FLSA: Exempt

EEOC Code: 2

Barg. Unit: FAME

Probation: 12 months

Rev.: 05/10, 5/26

The City of Fremont offers a comprehensive benefit package including general and holiday leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, and long/short-term disability insurance.

To view a summary of the benefits the City offers, please visit: City of Fremont Benefits Summary

01

What is your highest level of education? Please select from the response options below:

  • High School (or equivalent)
  • Associates Degree
  • Bachelors Degree
  • Masters Degree or higher

02

If you indicated possession of a degree, please enter your area of study in the space below. If you did not indicate possession of a degree, please write "N/A."

03

How many years of experience do you have performing systems analysis?

  • No Experience
  • Less than 1 year of experience
  • Less than 5 years of experience
  • 5 years or more of experience

04

If you indicated experience in systems analysis in your previous response, please briefly describe your experience below. In your response, please be sure to include the job title and the name of the agency where the work was performed. If you do not have experience in this area, please write "N/A."

05

How many years of experience do you have in programming and coding applications?

  • No Experience
  • Less than 1 year of experience
  • Less than 5 years of experience
  • 5 years of experience or more

06

If you indicated experience in programming and coding applications in your previous response, please briefly describe your experience below. In your response, please be sure to include the job title and the name of the agency where the work was performed. If you do not have experience in this area, please write "N/A."

07

Do you have experience working for a public agency (school district, city, state, municipality, court, special district, etc.)?

  • Yes
  • No

08

If you answered yes to the previous question, please list the public agency/agencies you have worked for in the space below. If you have not worked for a public agency, please write "N/A."

09

How many years of experience do you have in the supervision and management of staff (assigning and directing work; evaluating performance; etc.)?

  • No Experience
  • Less than 2 years of experience
  • 2 years of experience or more

10

How many years of experience do you have managing or supporting enterprise business systems or large-scale business applications (e.g., ERP systems, financial systems, HR/payroll systems, permitting systems, utility billing systems, etc.)?

  • No Experience
  • Less than 2 years of experience
  • 2 - 4 years of experience
  • 5 - 7 years of experience
  • More than 7 years of experience

11

Please describe your experience leading or participating in the implementation, upgrade, enhancement, or maintenance of major business software systems. In your response, include: the system(s) involved, your role in the project, the agency or organization where the work was performed, and the approximate size or scope of the implementation.

12

Describe your experience working directly with departments or end users to evaluate business processes and identify technology solutions. Please include examples of how you gathered requirements, resolved issues, or improved workflows.

Required Question

Employer City of Fremont

Address 3300 Capitol Ave., Bldg B

Fremont, California, 94538

Phone 510-494-4660

Website http://www.fremont.gov/cityjobs

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