• Software Portfolio Specialist

    City of Harrisonburg (Harrisonburg, VA)


    

     

    Software Portfolio Specialist

     

    Salary

     

    $49,774.40 - $54,766.40 Annually

     

    Location

     

    Harrisonburg, VA

     

    Job Type

     

    Full-Time

     

    Job Number

     

    5365 - (Aug 2025)

     

    Department

     

    Emergency Communications Center

     

    Opening Date

     

    08/18/2025

     

    Closing Date

     

    Continuous

    FLSA

    Non-Exempt

     

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    Description

    Are you ready to be the driving force behind cutting-edge public safety technology? Join our team as a Software Portfolio Specialist and help shape the future of emergency communications in a high-impact, mission-driven environment.

     

    The Software Portfolio Specialist is a full-time position with benefits and a preferred hiring range of $23.93 - $26.33 per hour (equivalent to $49,774 - $54,766 annually); however, an exact offer will be dependent upon the selected candidate's qualifications/experience and in compliance with City policy. Please note: This is not a software development or programming role. The Software Portfolio Specialist focuses on managing, maintaining, and optimizing existing technology systems and software solutions that support our mission-critical operations.

     

    In this role, you will ensure that our dedicated team of Emergency Communications Officers have the right tools, to provide the right help, to the right place, in the right way, every time. Your work will keep mission-critical technology functioning, making a direct impact when it matters most, and you will join a team that is committed to serving something greater than ourselves—the safety and well-being of our community.

     

    You'll be responsible for overseeing essential public safety software systems that empower our Emergency Communications team and First Responders to act swiftly and decisively by providing technical support for mission-critical systems, ensuring they always remain operational. The Software Portfolio Specialist serves as a vital liaison with public safety stakeholders, ensuring smooth and effective communication, manages projects from start to finish, leading the deployment of new technologies and system enhancements, and delivers user training while maintaining system integrity, empowering our team with the skills and knowledge they need to excel.

     

    A full list of essential job functions and the ideal candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position is available in the class specification (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harrisonburg/classspecs/1547590?keywords=5365&pagetype=classSpecifications) .

    Minimum Qualifications

    Minimum Requirements at Time of Application:

    + Associate degree in information technology or related field and considerable (3-5 years) experience in software portfolio management, public safety, information technology, information technology project management, or similar work. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be used to meet this requirement.

    + Valid driver's license.

    + Availability to primarily work dayshift with nights and weekends periodically, as business needs dictate.

    + Click here to view the physical requirements of this position. (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harrisonburg/classspecs/1547590?keywords=5365&pagetype=classSpecifications)

    Requirements After Hire Date:

    + Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Security Training within six months of hire.

    + National Emergency Number Association (NENA) Emergency Number Professional (ENP) Certification within three years of hire.

    As the successful applicant for this position, you will be subject to the following screenings and must receive satisfactory results:

    + DMV Driving Record Review;

    + Criminal Background Investigation, including CJIS, Virginia Criminal Information Network (VCIN), fingerprinting, and security test;

    + Personal History Statement*.

    *Candidates may review a copy of the Disqualifying Criteria online. (https://s3.amazonaws.com/tsresources.targetsolutions.com/E22B9847-0D64-CFD0-815C-0F7999C8797A.pdf)

     

    Supplemental Information

     

    To Apply: In order to be considered, all candidates must submit a complete City of Harrisonburg online employment application, including previous work experience and education history. This position may close at any time after 10 calendar days. (posted 08/18/2025)

     

    The City provides an excellent benefits package including health insurance, retirement (VRS & MissionSquare), life insurance, paid leave and 15.5 holidays.

     

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or veteran status.

     

    The City of Harrisonburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

     

    Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including 15.5 observed holidays. More information on available benefits is listed on the City's website (https://www.harrisonburgva.gov/benefits-and-compensation) .