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IT Technical Manager (Workday Finance Implementation)

Salary

$126,146.00 - $171,606.00 Annually

Location

Minneapolis, MN

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

2025-00443

Department

Finance & Property Services

Opening Date

09/09/2025

Closing Date

9/30/2025 11:59 PM Central

FLSA

Exempt

Bargaining Unit

CNR

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Position Description

The position leads and manages the technical operations of their area of expertise. This includes solutions for the installation of a new Enterprise-Wide Business System as well as ensuring the resulting project is managed successfully for the City’s Finance areas.

This position is responsible for developing and implementing the technical strategy, supervising technical staff, overseeing technical projects and programs, and ensuring the technology is used effectively. The position needs to ensure that the area is aligned with the City's overall strategic goals and objectives.

Work Location: This position may be eligible for flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work with some days working remotely and some days working in the office.

The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

+ Develop and implement technical strategies across a functional team: This position is responsible for developing and implementing technological systems that support the overall goals of the IT and Finance departments. This includes researching new technologies, evaluating their potential impact, and making recommendations to the senior leadership team.

+ Manage and mentor IT Staff: This position is responsible for managing and mentoring IT staff, including hiring, training, and performance management. This involves setting performance standards, providing feedback, and coaching employees to ensure they have the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their job effectively. The position also involves conducting effective change management techniques and strategies.

+ Build and maintain enterprise-wide relationships: This position is expected to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders around the enterprise. This involves effective communication, negotiation, and collaboration skills.

+ Manage technology projects: This position manages IT projects from conception to completion. This involves developing project plans, setting timelines, assigning tasks, and overseeing project teams for the new Workday ERP system.

+ Develop standards for a functional area: This position is responsible for developing standards for the technical team. This could include complying with relevant regulations, cybersecurity requirements, and best practices.

+ Manage IT operations for a functional team: This position is responsible for overseeing the team's day-to-day operations. This involves leading IT and Finance staff that may report to someone else, ensuring the smooth running of the new Workday systems, and providing technical support to employees.

+ Develop project and lifecycle budgets: This position is expected to develop and create budgets related to their area of expertise. This includes ongoing lifecycle upgrades and new investments. It would consist of one-time and ongoing cost estimates, including resource allocation of existing staff.

+ Provide technical expertise: This position is expected to have high technical knowledge and expertise in Finance and Accounting software as well as Project Management. They will be required to provide technical guidance and support to team members and others in the IT department or the City Enterprise as appropriate.

+ Ensure compliance with security standards: This position ensures the security and privacy of the City’s IT systems and data. This may involve implementing security protocols and procedures and ensuring compliance with relevant cybersecurity standards.

Working Conditions: Office environment.

Required Qualifications

Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in information technology or equivalent.

Minimum Experience: Requires seven years of related experience.

Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position MAY be considered.

A resume is required. You must attach an updated resume to your application.

Selection Process

The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps: a rating of relevant education and experience 100%. It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score 70% on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process.

Background Check

The City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.

Union Representation

This position is not represented by a collective bargaining agreement. For more information on the terms and conditions of employment please see theCivil Service Rules (https://www.minneapolismn.gov/government/departments/hr/civil-service-rules/) .

Eligible List Statement

The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire one month after it has been established.

Interview Selection

The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate’s education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

+ Deep technical knowledge in a specific field, especially Finance and Accounting Enterprise Resource systems. Experience with Workday is a major plus. (software engineer, data engineer, solution engineer, etc.).

+ Strategic thinking: experience in developing and implementing technical strategies that support the organization's larger goals.

+ Leadership and Management: experience leading technical teams, developing and mentoring more junior team members.

+ Communication and Collaboration: excellent communicator at different levels of the organization and across teams and disciplines inside and outside IT.

As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose—serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis.

The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

Benefits Summary

Our employees enjoy competitive salaries and generous benefits. We pride ourselves on a comprehensive benefits program that supports employees' health and financial well-being. Programs, resources, and benefit eligibility varies based on position, average hours worked, location and length of service. For detailed benefits information, please visit the benefits page (http://www.minneapolismn.gov/hr/benefits/WCMS1Q-066289) .

Insurance

Health insurance

Eligibility for benefits begins the first of the month following employment date. The City of Minneapolis offers eligible employees one plan design (http://cityofminneapolis.welcometomedica.com/page/61) with a choice of six provider networks, allowing you to select the best option for you. Available plans include Medica Choice Passport, Medica Elect, VantagePlus with Medica, Park Nicollet and HealthPartners Medical Group First with Medica, Ridgeview Community Network powered by Medica, and Clear Value with Medica.

Dental insurance

The City of Minneapolis offers dental insurance through Delta Dental of Minnesota and pays 100% of the monthly premium for eligible employees.

Life insurance

The city provides basic life insurance of one times your annual salary up to $50,000. You can elect to purchase optional life insurance.

Paid time off

Our generous leave package includes vacation, holidays and paid sick leave, which gives employees the opportunity to enhance their quality of life outside work. Amounts and accrual rates are based on years of experience and collective bargaining agreements (http://www.minneapolismn.gov/hr/laboragreements/index.htm) .

Paid parental leave

City employees are eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in the event of a birth or placement for adoption of a child.

Retirement

City employees earn a pension and may choose to participate in additional retirement savings programs.

+ Pension: The City of Minneapolis participates in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). Employees and the City both contribute a percentage of your pay to fund future benefits.

+ Deferred compensation: Employees may choose to participate in pre-tax or after-tax savings plans through the Minnesota State Retirement System (MSRS).

Transportation

Eligible City employees may choose to participate in the following transportation programs:

+ Metropass: TheMetropass (http://www.minneapolismn.gov/hr/benefits/trans/benefits\_pre-tax-transit) program allows eligible employees to enroll in a pass for unlimited bus or light rail rides at a discounted price.

+ Parking or Van Pool:The City of MinneapolisTransportation Benefits Plan (http://www.minneapolismn.gov/hr/benefits/trans/WCMS1P-113620) gives you options to pay certain commuting costs, such as qualified parking and van pool expenses, with pre-tax dollars.

Learning and development

To engage and develop employees, the City of Minneapolis offers classes in leadership, cultural agility, change management and more. Additionally, educational discounts at Augsburg University, Hamline University, St. Catherine’s, and St. Mary's University of Minnesota are available to City employees.

Other perks

Employees can also take advantage of flexible spending accounts, theEmotional Wellbeing Solutions (https://www.minneapolismn.gov/government/departments/hr/benefits-wellness/) , health club discounts and more.

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How did you find out about this position? (Select all that apply)

+ Recruiter

+ City of Minneapolis website

+ City of Minneapolis employee

+ City of Minneapolis job interest card

+ City of Minneapolis Career Opportunities Bulletin

+ Friend or family member

+ League of Minnesota Cities website

+ Diversityjobs.com website

+ Governmentjobs.com website

+ Indeed.com website

+ Minnesotajobs.com website

+ Minnesota Council of Nonprofits Website

+ Other website

+ LinkedIn

+ Twitter

+ Facebook

+ Other social media site

+ Newspaper

+ Other media

+ College or University

+ Community organization

+ Job Fair

+ Professional association

+ Site Visit

02

Please specify where you heard about this position (e.g., website name, City of Minneapolis employee name, job fair, professional association).

03

What is the highest level of education you have successfully completed in information technology or equivalent?

+ High School Diploma/GED

+ Associate's Degree

+ Bachelor's Degree

+ Master's Degree

+ Doctorate Degree or higher

04

How many years of experience do you have related to the job posting?

+ No Experience

+ Less than 3 years

+ 3 years but less than 5

+ 5 years but less than 7

+ 7 years but less than 9

+ 9 years but less than 11

+ 11 or more years of experience

05

How many years of experience do you have implementing ERP financial systems?

+ No Experience

+ Less than 3 years

+ 3 years but less than 4

+ 4 years but less than 5

+ 5 years but less than 6

+ 6 or more years

06

What is your level of experience implementing ERP financial systems in a governmental setting?

+ No Experience

+ Some involvement on ERP projects

+ Major role in at least one ERP implementation

+ Led ERP implementations with financial impacts

07

Do you have experience with the Workday ERP system?

+ No Experience

+ Some familiarity

+ Moderate user or team member

+ Extensive implementation or administrative experience

08

Please indicate your experience with the following project responsibilities. (*Check all that apply*)

+ Leading Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solution implementations

+ Developing enterprise-level project plans and budgets

+ Managing change management and training plans

+ Reporting status across all phases of a project

+ None of the above

09

Have you received formal project management training exceeding 20 professional certified hours?

+ No

+ Yes

10

Which of the following skills do you have experience with? (*Check all that apply*)

+ Business process re-engineering/design

+ Government business functions and ERP

+ Change management communication and training readiness

+ Budgeting and interpreting financial reports

+ Plan project schedules and resource requirements

+ None of the above

11

What is your level of experience managing stakeholders and customer relationships?

+ No Experience

+ Occasionally interacted with stakeholders

+ Regularly managed communications with multiple stakeholders

+ Led stakeholder engagement for major initiatives

12

Describe your experience implementing Workday Finance, particularly in a government or public sector environment. Please include any project management responsibilities and the specific finance functional areas you worked with.

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Employer

City of Minneapolis

Address

350 South 5th Street

Room 1

Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55415

Phone

(612) 673-2282

Website

http://www.minneapolismn.gov/jobs

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