Information Systems Manager

Role: Information Systems Manager
Duration: 6 months (possible extension)
Location: Oakland, CA (Hybrid: 3 days onsite)
 
 
Overview: We are seeking a hands-on Information Systems Manager to lead and modernize mission-critical systems for Alameda County Environmental Health. This is a player-coach role, combining technical depth with team leadership, focused on delivering high-impact system initiatives while guiding a small technical team. This is not a project management role. The ideal candidate will actively contribute to technical problem-solving while mentoring staff and driving system improvements.
 
Manager's Update:

• Must have 5+ years of verified people-management experience
• Seeking a true player-coach leader
• Strong preference for candidates with Hedgehog, Envision Connect, Environmental Health, permitting, inspection, licensing, or other regulated case-management systems
• Must have led a Jira implementation or migration as an administrator/builder
• All candidates must be thoroughly vetted prior to submission

 
Key Responsibilities:
Technical Leadership (Hands-on)

• Provide technical guidance and support across systems including Hedgehog, SQL, and Informatica
• Review and guide development of SQL queries, ETL processes, and reporting solutions
• Step in to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues when needed
• Ensure system performance, reliability, data integrity, and security compliance

 
System Modernization & Delivery

• Lead Hedgehog implementation as the top priority initiative
• Drive Jira migration (Smartsheet → Jira) for case management and workflows
• Design and implement:
  • Jira project structures
  • Workflow automation and standardization
  • Portfolio dashboards and reporting automation

• Integrate Jira with Hedgehog, ODS, and analytics platforms

 
Team Leadership

• Manage and mentor a team of 3 technical analysts
• Act as a technical coach, supporting skill development and delivery quality
• Foster accountability, collaboration, and consistent execution

 
Data & Systems Management

• Oversee SQL databases, ETL pipelines, and reporting tools (Crystal Reports, Informatica)
• Ensure strong data governance, security, and compliance standards
• Support analytics and reporting for operational and regulatory needs

 
Stakeholder Collaboration

• Partner with County IT, program leaders, and vendors
• Translate business needs into scalable technical solutions
• Lead system enhancements, integrations, and continuous improvements

 
Required Qualifications:
Experience

• 5+ years of hands-on information systems experience (SQL, ETL, applications)
• 5+ years of leading and managing technical teams
• Proven experience in enterprise systems support, integration, and modernization

 
Technical Expertise

• Strong working knowledge of:
• SQL, database design, and performance tuning
• ETL tools (Informatica or similar)
• Reporting tools (e.g., Crystal Reports)
• Experience with Hedgehog or similar systems (Envision Connect preferred)
• Experience with Jira implementation and workflow automation
• Understanding of system integrations, APIs, and data pipelines
• Familiarity with automation and AI-assisted tools

 
Nice to Have

• Public sector or regulatory environment experience
• Experience with data governance and cybersecurity practices
• Background in system modernization or platform migrations