Behavioral Health IT/R&E Senior Program Manager*



Behavioral Health IT/R&E Senior Program Manager*

Salary

$111,092.80 - $153,025.60 Annually

Location

San Bernardino, CA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

24-13189IT/R&E-01

Department

Department of Behavioral Health

Opening Date

03/16/2024

Closing Date

3/29/2024 5:00 PM Pacific

The Job

Be an agent of change and make a difference in delivering health and wellness to millions of residents.

Join a team who is passionate about the services they provide and is committed to making a difference throughout San Bernardino County.


The Department of Behavioral Health is seeking an Information Technology (IT)/Research and Evaluation (R&E) Senior Program Manager that is responsible for planning, organizing, and directing the IT and Research and Evaluation (R&E) programs within the Program Support Services division. The position  requires working directly with the Business Applications Managers and Behavioral Health Informatics Manager to establish priority of services to meet the needs of the Department. Additionally, this position will work collaboratively with the County’s Innovation and Technology Department (ITD) and other applicable County IT and research departments.

The IT/R&E Senior Program Manager is responsible for and oversees the Department’s Electronic Health Record system including: functionality, state mandated updates/revisions, network system equipment, hardware/software, IT budget, security, data governance, program outcomes, business/data analytics, and data warehouse. The incumbent will work directly with Departmental leadership teams that rely on the Electronic Health Record system such as Fiscal, Contracts, Compliance, Research and Evaluation, Human Resources, Payroll, and Quality Management.

The IT/R&E Senior Program Manager supervises and evaluates subordinate managers assigned to each respective program unit, which includes conferring with staff and managers regarding operational matters in order to provide recommendations to the Executive Team regarding IT organizational and program needs. The incumbent will be required to participate in the investigation of disciplinary concerns as they arise including recommendations to the Department’s director for appropriate level of action.

*Official Title: Behavioral Health Senior Program Manager
For additional details, please refer to the Behavioral Health Senior Program Manager job description.


The Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is responsible for providing mental health and substance use disorder services to county residents who are experiencing major mental illness or substance abuse related issues. DBH provides mental health and substance use disorder prevention and treatment services to all age groups, with a primary emphasis on treating children/youth who may be seriously emotionally disturbed, adults who are experiencing a serious and persistent mental illness, and individuals who are experiencing substance use disorders. DBH also provides an array of outreach/engagement, prevention, and early intervention services. DBH's core values are service, integrity, accountability, and trust.

DBH is a unique County Department comprised of six (6) service areas: Outpatient Clinics and Youth Services; Substance Use Disorder and Recovery Services; 24-Hour and Emergency Services; Forensic and Homeless Services; Administrative Services; and Program Support Services. The Department currently has a workforce in excess of 1000 positions and an approximate $700 million-dollar annual budget.

Click HERE to learn more about the Department of Behavioral Health
Click HERE to learn more about San Bernardino County

The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies as they occur throughout the Department.


CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check: Prior to appointment, applicants must pass a background investigation, which includes fingerprinting, credit check, and/or medical exam, which may include drug and/or TB testing. Applicants must be a U.S. Citizen or a permanent U.S. resident.

Travel: Travel throughout the County is required. Employees will be required to make provision for transportation (mileage reimbursement is available at current IRS rates). A valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced and maintained for the individual providing the transportation. Statewide and national travel is occasionally required.

Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet BOTH the education and an experience requirement in ONE of the following two options:
 
OPTION 1:
EDUCATION: A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution in Information Management, Management Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science, Data Analytics, Business Administration, Public Administration, or closely related field of study.

--AND--

EXPERIENCE 1: Four (4) years of management experience for a team of research/analytical professionals with responsibility for program evaluation; research; analytics; data intelligence strategies; data dashboards; reporting frameworks; data intelligence strategies; and data mining, marts or   stratification.  
 
-OR-
 
EXPERIENCE 2: Four (4) years of high-level management experience for a team of IT professionals in a large IT environment which includes experience in the following areas: 
  • Business Systems Analysis
  • Technology-Based Feasibility Studies 
  • IT Policy Development and Implementation 
  • Business/Strategic Planning 
  • Personnel/Staff Management 
  • Evaluation and Implementation of Technology Solutions and 
  • Budget Preparation and Analysis

    (Qualifying experience must include a minimum of two (2) years of experience in second-level supervision (managing through subordinate supervisors and/or managers), personnel administration, operations, and budget/fiscal administration.)

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OPTION 2:
EDUCATION: A Master's Degree from an accredited institution in Information Management, Management Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science, Data Analytics, Business Administration, Public Administration, or closely related field of study.

--AND--

EXPERIENCE 1: Two (2) years of management experience for a team of research/analytical professionals with responsibility for program evaluation; research; analytics; data intelligence strategies; data dashboards; reporting frameworks; data intelligence strategies; and data mining, marts or   stratification.  
 
-OR-
 
EXPERIENCE 2: Two (2) years of high-level management experience for a team of IT professionals in a large IT environment which includes experience in the following areas: 
  • Business Systems Analysis
  • Technology-Based Feasibility Studies 
  • IT Policy Development and Implementation 
  • Business/Strategic Planning 
  • Personnel/Staff Management 
  • Evaluation and Implementation of Technology Solutions and 
  • Budget Preparation and Analysis

    (Qualifying experience must include a minimum of one (1) year of experience in second-level supervision (managing through subordinate supervisors and/or managers), personnel administration, operations, and budget/fiscal administration.)

Desired Qualifications

The ideal candidate will be a seasoned manager with extensive IT and/or research experience as well as experience in the following areas:

  • General healthcare IT
  • Research and/or analytics in a healthcare environment
  • Avatar Electronic Health Record
  • Collaboration with applicable stakeholders
  • Government work environment

Selection Process

There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experienceas only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department. Please ensure all relevant experience is indicated in the Application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, as resumes and other attachments will not be reviewed for the competitive evaluation. 
 
Completing your application with statements such as "see/refer to resume" or "see attached" rather than completing your work history may affect your eligibility or competitive evaluation score. Be sure to clearly describe your experience in meeting the minimum requirements.

If you require technical assistance, please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide, or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627.  Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by computer or browser used to submit the application.  
 
EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.  
 
ADA Accommodation: 
If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF reader) within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.
 
Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click HERE for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points.
 

Management Unit

The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.

For a summary of benefits,* please click here.

Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/.  

*Retirement benefits subject to change.

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Qualifying Experience: I attest that I qualify for this recruitment under one (1) of two (2) available options. Please select the option to which you meet the education and experience requirements:
  • Option 1: Yes, I have a Bachelor's Degree AND four (4) years of management experience for a team of research/analytical professionals with responsibility for program evaluation; research; analytics; data intelligence strategies; data dashboards; reporting frameworks; data intelligence strategies; and data mining, marts or stratification. --OR-- Yes, I have a Bachelor's Degree AND four (4) years of high-level management experience for a team of IT professionals in a large IT environment which includes experience in the following areas: Business Systems Analysis, Technology-Based Feasibility Studies, IT Policy Development and Implementation, Business/Strategic Planning, Personnel/Staff Management, Evaluation and Implementation of Technology Solutions, and Budget Preparation and Analysis. (Qualifying experience must include a minimum of two (2) years of experience as second-level supervision (managing through subordinate supervisors and/or managers), personnel administration, operations, and budget/fiscal administration.)
  • Option 2: Yes, I have a Master's Degree AND two (2) years of management experience for a team of research/analytical professionals with responsibility for program evaluation; research; analytics; data intelligence strategies; data dashboards; reporting frameworks; data intelligence strategies; and data mining, marts, or stratification. --OR-- Yes, I have a Master's Degree AND two (2) years of high-level management experience for a team of IT professionals in a large IT environment which includes experience in the following areas: Business Systems Analysis, Technology-Based Feasibility Studies, IT Policy Development and Implementation, Business/Strategic Planning, Personnel/Staff Management, Evaluation and Implementation of Technology Solutions, and Budget Preparation and Analysis. (Qualifying experience must include a minimum of one (1) year of experience as second-level supervision (managing through subordinate supervisors and/or managers), personnel administration, operations, and budget/fiscal administration.)
  • No, I do not meet the education and experience requirements of Option 1 or 2.
02
Supervisory/Management Experience: Indicate your full-scope supervisory experience.
  • More than two (2) years of experience as a manager.
  • More than two (2) years of experience as a full-scope supervisor.
  • Twenty four (24) months of experience as a manager.
  • Twenty four (24) months of experience as a full-scope supervisor.
  • Twelve (12) to twenty three (23) months of experience as a manager.
  • Twelve (12) to twenty three (23) months of experience as a full-scope supervisor.
  • Four (4) to eleven (11) months of experience as a manager.
  • Four (4) to eleven (11) months of experience as a full-scope supervisor.
  • Zero (0) to three (3) months as a full-scope manager.
  • Zero (0) to three (3) months as a full-scope supervisor.
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Supervisory/Management Tasks: Please indicate which of the following supervisory tasks you performed. Check all that apply.
  • Advise on work problems
  • Assign and review work
  • Train Staff
  • Approve leave time
  • Change work schedules
  • Counsel on behavior problems
  • Give input on work evaluations
  • Write work performance evaluations for supervisor's signature
  • Write & sign work evaluations
  • Interview candidates for hire
  • Recommend candidates for hire
  • Make final hiring decisions
  • Recommend disciplinary action
  • Carry out disciplinary action
  • N/A
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IT Management Experience: Please describe your management experience overseeing IT programs, include the employer, time frame and your job title. Be sure to include the types of projects and number of staff you directly oversaw.
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Research & Evaluation Experience: Please describe your management experience overseeing research or analytical programs and/or projects, include the employer, time frame and your job title. Be sure to include the types of projects and number of staff you directly oversaw.
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Please describe your experience with electronic health records, include the name of the system, employer, time frame and your job title.
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Please describe your experience working in a health care agency, include the employer, time frame and your job title.
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Supervision of Secondary-Level Management Staff: Describe your experience supervising/managing managers who are responsible for program oversight and personnel. Include information regarding the number and level of positions supervised and second-level subordinates (must specify job titles of staff) and number of operational units managed. Specify any unique approaches and solutions you identified to overcome challenges. Include experience related to providing mentorship and leadership.
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Applicant Acknowledgement - Notification via Email: As part of our efforts to increase efficiency and promote conservation of resources, Human resources uses email to communicate with applicants. Therefore, all future communications regarding this recruitment, including applicant status and testing notifications, will be made via email. We strongly encourage you, as an applicant, to ensure that the email address you have provided with your application is current, secure and readily accessible to you. Adjust Spam and/or other filters so that our emails are accepted. Please carefully read any notices that we send you and follow any instructions provided in a timely manner. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails (i.e., for the non-delivery of our emails or if you fail to check your e-mail on a timely basis).
  • I acknowledge that I have read, understood, and agree to the above statement.
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  • I understand
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Applicant's Acknowledgement - Application Complete: Thank you for taking the time to complete this application and supplemental questionnaire. Please be sure to review all information provided prior to submitting it as you cannot update or revise it once submitted. Your submitted application will be reviewed and evaluated as is. Please do not refer to a resume or other documentation in lieu of completing the employment history section or responding to the supplemental questions; they will not be reviewed or considered. Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email confirmation will be sent to the email address listed on your application. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application.
  • I acknowledge that I have reviewed my application and understand that I will not be able to update or revise any part of it once submitted.

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