County of San Bernardino, CA
IT Special Projects Manager*
County of San Bernardino, CA, San Bernardino, California, United States, 92409
Salary :
$102,169.60 - $140,774.40 Annually Location :
San Bernardino, CA Job Type:
Full-time Job Number:
25-01672PM-01 Department:
Innovation and Technology Department Opening Date:
05/31/2025 Closing Date:
Continuous
The Job San Bernardino County is seeking a dynamic and results-driven
IT
Special Projects Manager * to join the Information and Technology Department. This position plays a key role in leading and executing strategic initiatives that support the department's mission and long-term goals.
The IT Special Projects Manager is responsible for managing and delivering complex, high-visibility IT projects that require cross-departmental coordination, innovation, and technical expertise. Working closely with IT leadership, this individual will oversee all phases of special projects, from concept and planning through execution and implementation.
Key Responsibilities may include: Leads the planning, coordination, and execution of strategic IT projects. Collaborates with internal stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and success metrics. Manages timelines, resources, risks, and communication across multiple departments. Oversees development and implementation of innovative technology solutions. Serves as a liaison between technical teams and non-technical stakeholders. Prepares regular updates, briefings, and reports for executive leadership. Evaluates emerging technologies and provides recommendations aligned with organizational needs. *Official Title: Special Projects Leader; for more information review the job description. ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT The Innovation and Technology Department is San Bernardino County's primary technology service provider entrusted with managing and safeguarding the County's enterprise mission critical systems and infrastructure. It is our goal to empower the County through innovation and enterprise solutions that promote progress through technology and provide transparency and mobility that enable staff to focus on addressing and resolving issues toward the progress of the County's mission, ensuring continued success. EXCELLENT BENEFITS PACKAGE
Health Benefits
Paid Time Off
Retirement
Medical and Dental: family coverage Vision: Employee Coverage Premium Subsidies to offset health costs Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Pre-tax account for qualified healthcare expenses Up to 4 weeks accruable vacation with cash-out option 11 days accruable sick leave 15 paid holidays Perfect attendance leave Administrative leave Flexible work schedules (in some departments) Generous Pension Retirement reciprocity may be available 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan Retirement Medical Trust Fund
DCAP Account - County Paid Life Insurance - AD&D Insurance 529 Savings Plan -Short & Long Term Disability - Wellness Program - Commuter Services -
Employee Discounts - Annual Tuition Reimbursement For additional details review the Benefit Summary for the Learn how you can increase your base pay with the Modified Benefit Option (MBO) for CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Pre-Employment Process:
Applicants must successfully pass a background check and a job-related physical exam, including a drug test, prior to employment. Availability:
Incumbents are subject to 24-hour call-back, evening, and weekend work. Travel:
Travel throughout the County may be required and employees will be required to make provisions for such transportation.
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. Candidates must be able to present their legal right to work in the United States.
Minimum Requirements REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
Five (5) years of experience, within the last seven (7) years, leading complex projects and/or special initiatives in an enterprise environment.
-AND- REQUIRED EDUCATION:
Thirty (30) semester (45 quarter) units of completed college level coursework in computer telecommunications, electronics, computer science, information technology or a closely related field of study. Substitution:
One (1) year of additional qualifying experience may substitute for 15 semester (23 quarter) units of the required education.
Desired Qualifications The ideal candidate will have the following:
5+ years of experience in leading complex IT projects or special initiatives. Strong organizational, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders. Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools. Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field (Master's degree preferred). Project Manager Certificate is highly desirable. Selection Process Examination Procedure: 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 experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department.
Application Procedure: Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire for consideration before the posted deadline.
Resumes
will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. 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.
If you need technical assistance, follow this link to 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 your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Bernardino County is an and Americans with DisabilitiesAct (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for allemployees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the within one week of the recruitmentfiling deadline.
Veterans' Preference: Eligible veterans, their spouses, or widows/widowers who are not current County employees mayreceive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request thesepoints, please refer to the
For more important details, Administrative Services 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
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 01
PLEASE READ THE BELOW STATEMENT Instructions:
The information provided on your application and in your responses to the following Supplemental Questionnaire will be used to determine if you meet the minimum requirements for this position, as well as in a
competitive evaluation of qualifications . It is in your best interest to be as thorough as possible in your responses. Applicants will not be able to update their application materials or answers to the questionnaire once the application has been submitted. Note: Experience listed on this questionnaire must also be listed and fully detailed in the work experience section of your application.
I have read and understand the above statement.
02
Conditions of Employment:
Do you understand and accept the Conditions of Employment for this position?
Yes, I understand and accept the Conditions of Employment for this position. No, I DO NOT accept the Conditions of Employment for this position. I understand by selecting this option, my application will be removed from further consideration.
03
Current San Bernardino County Employment Status:
If you are
currently
employed by San Bernardino County, indicate your current position type.
Regular Contract Public Service Employee Intern Extra-Help Recurrent Fire Department / Special Districts CalWORKS Subsidized Employment Program Employee (WEX) Former PSE, WEX, or intern (within the last six (6) months) I am not currently employed by the County of San Bernardino I am employed by a Temporary Employment Agency.
04
Experience:
Indicate below your years of experience supporting multi-customer technology systems and solutions development in an enterprise environment.
I possess seven (7) or more years of experience supporting multi-customer technology systems and solutions deployed in an enterprise environment I possess at least five (5) years supporting multi-customer technology systems and solutions deployed in an enterprise environment. I do not possess supervisory or higher-level management experience.
05
Education:
Indicate your highest level of education.
I possess a Bachelor's degree or higher in computer telecommunications, electronics, computer science, information technology, or a closely related field of study. I am submitting my application requesting use of the education substitution. None of the above
06
Coursework List:
Please provide the following information:
Course Number & Title School name Units: number of units & type (semester or quarter)
Example:CSCI 1-Computer Science I, CSUSB, 4 qtr units.If you have completed a degree in Computer Science or other closely related field, indicate degree completed (e.g., A.S., B.S., M.S., etc.), major field, and school. You do not need to list coursework.If none, indicate "N/A."
07
Project Management Experience:
Describe your experience, within the last seven (7) years, in which you were involved in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of an IT project. Describe your role in the project from inception to completion, and please include tools, methodologies, and techniques used in your project management process. If no experience, indicate "N/A." 08
Feasibility and Cost/Benefit Analysis:
Describe your experience, within the last seven (7) years, participating in technology-based feasibility studies and cost/benefit analysis reviews. Include your role in the studies and a relevant example. If no experience, indicate "N/A." 09
Supervisory/Management:
Describe your experience, within the last seven (7) years, supervising/managing personnel both directly and indirectly, prioritizing limited resources, and resolving issues and risks. If no experience, indicate "N/A." 10
Standards, Policies, and Procedures:
Describe your experience participating in the development of IT and staff standards and procedures. If no experience, indicate "N/A." 11
Budget Experience:
Describe your experience preparing project budgets, budget forecasting, burndown rate, and expense projections. Include the name of your employer, the dates of your employment, and your title. If no experience, indicate "N/A." 12
Customer Service:
Describe your experience interacting with other agencies/departments, developing customer service initiatives, and coordinating projects with a diversity of stakeholders and interests. If no experience, indicate "N/A". 13
Applicant Acknowledgement - Conditions of Employment:
Please acknowledge that you have read and understood the conditions of employment as listed on the recruitment job bulletin/announcement.
Yes, I acknowledge that I have read, understood, and agreed to the conditions of employment.
14
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. Each applicant needs their own email address. We strongly encourage you, as an applicant, to ensure that the email address you have provided us with your application is current, secure, confidential, 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.
15 **ATTENTION GMAIL USERS**
We have become aware of an increase in Gmail's spam filter sensitivity. Due to this change, it is possible that emails coming from San Bernardino County Human Resources may be marked as spam and will not make it into your Gmail inbox.
For your convenience, the attached PDF document contains a step-by-step guide to create and apply filters within Gmail. Click this link to Once downloaded, follow the instructions so that you will receive future emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources.
Note:
If you apply the filters and still do not receive emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources you can check your (Neogov) account inbox. All notifications will appear there.
I understand 16
Applicant 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.
Required Question
$102,169.60 - $140,774.40 Annually Location :
San Bernardino, CA Job Type:
Full-time Job Number:
25-01672PM-01 Department:
Innovation and Technology Department Opening Date:
05/31/2025 Closing Date:
Continuous
The Job San Bernardino County is seeking a dynamic and results-driven
IT
Special Projects Manager * to join the Information and Technology Department. This position plays a key role in leading and executing strategic initiatives that support the department's mission and long-term goals.
The IT Special Projects Manager is responsible for managing and delivering complex, high-visibility IT projects that require cross-departmental coordination, innovation, and technical expertise. Working closely with IT leadership, this individual will oversee all phases of special projects, from concept and planning through execution and implementation.
Key Responsibilities may include: Leads the planning, coordination, and execution of strategic IT projects. Collaborates with internal stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and success metrics. Manages timelines, resources, risks, and communication across multiple departments. Oversees development and implementation of innovative technology solutions. Serves as a liaison between technical teams and non-technical stakeholders. Prepares regular updates, briefings, and reports for executive leadership. Evaluates emerging technologies and provides recommendations aligned with organizational needs. *Official Title: Special Projects Leader; for more information review the job description. ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT The Innovation and Technology Department is San Bernardino County's primary technology service provider entrusted with managing and safeguarding the County's enterprise mission critical systems and infrastructure. It is our goal to empower the County through innovation and enterprise solutions that promote progress through technology and provide transparency and mobility that enable staff to focus on addressing and resolving issues toward the progress of the County's mission, ensuring continued success. EXCELLENT BENEFITS PACKAGE
Health Benefits
Paid Time Off
Retirement
Medical and Dental: family coverage Vision: Employee Coverage Premium Subsidies to offset health costs Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Pre-tax account for qualified healthcare expenses Up to 4 weeks accruable vacation with cash-out option 11 days accruable sick leave 15 paid holidays Perfect attendance leave Administrative leave Flexible work schedules (in some departments) Generous Pension Retirement reciprocity may be available 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan Retirement Medical Trust Fund
DCAP Account - County Paid Life Insurance - AD&D Insurance 529 Savings Plan -Short & Long Term Disability - Wellness Program - Commuter Services -
Employee Discounts - Annual Tuition Reimbursement For additional details review the Benefit Summary for the Learn how you can increase your base pay with the Modified Benefit Option (MBO) for CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Pre-Employment Process:
Applicants must successfully pass a background check and a job-related physical exam, including a drug test, prior to employment. Availability:
Incumbents are subject to 24-hour call-back, evening, and weekend work. Travel:
Travel throughout the County may be required and employees will be required to make provisions for such transportation.
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. Candidates must be able to present their legal right to work in the United States.
Minimum Requirements REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
Five (5) years of experience, within the last seven (7) years, leading complex projects and/or special initiatives in an enterprise environment.
-AND- REQUIRED EDUCATION:
Thirty (30) semester (45 quarter) units of completed college level coursework in computer telecommunications, electronics, computer science, information technology or a closely related field of study. Substitution:
One (1) year of additional qualifying experience may substitute for 15 semester (23 quarter) units of the required education.
Desired Qualifications The ideal candidate will have the following:
5+ years of experience in leading complex IT projects or special initiatives. Strong organizational, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders. Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools. Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field (Master's degree preferred). Project Manager Certificate is highly desirable. Selection Process Examination Procedure: 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 experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department.
Application Procedure: Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire for consideration before the posted deadline.
Resumes
will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaires.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. 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.
If you need technical assistance, follow this link to 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 your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Bernardino County is an and Americans with DisabilitiesAct (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for allemployees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the within one week of the recruitmentfiling deadline.
Veterans' Preference: Eligible veterans, their spouses, or widows/widowers who are not current County employees mayreceive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request thesepoints, please refer to the
For more important details, Administrative Services 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
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 01
PLEASE READ THE BELOW STATEMENT Instructions:
The information provided on your application and in your responses to the following Supplemental Questionnaire will be used to determine if you meet the minimum requirements for this position, as well as in a
competitive evaluation of qualifications . It is in your best interest to be as thorough as possible in your responses. Applicants will not be able to update their application materials or answers to the questionnaire once the application has been submitted. Note: Experience listed on this questionnaire must also be listed and fully detailed in the work experience section of your application.
I have read and understand the above statement.
02
Conditions of Employment:
Do you understand and accept the Conditions of Employment for this position?
Yes, I understand and accept the Conditions of Employment for this position. No, I DO NOT accept the Conditions of Employment for this position. I understand by selecting this option, my application will be removed from further consideration.
03
Current San Bernardino County Employment Status:
If you are
currently
employed by San Bernardino County, indicate your current position type.
Regular Contract Public Service Employee Intern Extra-Help Recurrent Fire Department / Special Districts CalWORKS Subsidized Employment Program Employee (WEX) Former PSE, WEX, or intern (within the last six (6) months) I am not currently employed by the County of San Bernardino I am employed by a Temporary Employment Agency.
04
Experience:
Indicate below your years of experience supporting multi-customer technology systems and solutions development in an enterprise environment.
I possess seven (7) or more years of experience supporting multi-customer technology systems and solutions deployed in an enterprise environment I possess at least five (5) years supporting multi-customer technology systems and solutions deployed in an enterprise environment. I do not possess supervisory or higher-level management experience.
05
Education:
Indicate your highest level of education.
I possess a Bachelor's degree or higher in computer telecommunications, electronics, computer science, information technology, or a closely related field of study. I am submitting my application requesting use of the education substitution. None of the above
06
Coursework List:
Please provide the following information:
Course Number & Title School name Units: number of units & type (semester or quarter)
Example:CSCI 1-Computer Science I, CSUSB, 4 qtr units.If you have completed a degree in Computer Science or other closely related field, indicate degree completed (e.g., A.S., B.S., M.S., etc.), major field, and school. You do not need to list coursework.If none, indicate "N/A."
07
Project Management Experience:
Describe your experience, within the last seven (7) years, in which you were involved in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of an IT project. Describe your role in the project from inception to completion, and please include tools, methodologies, and techniques used in your project management process. If no experience, indicate "N/A." 08
Feasibility and Cost/Benefit Analysis:
Describe your experience, within the last seven (7) years, participating in technology-based feasibility studies and cost/benefit analysis reviews. Include your role in the studies and a relevant example. If no experience, indicate "N/A." 09
Supervisory/Management:
Describe your experience, within the last seven (7) years, supervising/managing personnel both directly and indirectly, prioritizing limited resources, and resolving issues and risks. If no experience, indicate "N/A." 10
Standards, Policies, and Procedures:
Describe your experience participating in the development of IT and staff standards and procedures. If no experience, indicate "N/A." 11
Budget Experience:
Describe your experience preparing project budgets, budget forecasting, burndown rate, and expense projections. Include the name of your employer, the dates of your employment, and your title. If no experience, indicate "N/A." 12
Customer Service:
Describe your experience interacting with other agencies/departments, developing customer service initiatives, and coordinating projects with a diversity of stakeholders and interests. If no experience, indicate "N/A". 13
Applicant Acknowledgement - Conditions of Employment:
Please acknowledge that you have read and understood the conditions of employment as listed on the recruitment job bulletin/announcement.
Yes, I acknowledge that I have read, understood, and agreed to the conditions of employment.
14
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. Each applicant needs their own email address. We strongly encourage you, as an applicant, to ensure that the email address you have provided us with your application is current, secure, confidential, 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.
15 **ATTENTION GMAIL USERS**
We have become aware of an increase in Gmail's spam filter sensitivity. Due to this change, it is possible that emails coming from San Bernardino County Human Resources may be marked as spam and will not make it into your Gmail inbox.
For your convenience, the attached PDF document contains a step-by-step guide to create and apply filters within Gmail. Click this link to Once downloaded, follow the instructions so that you will receive future emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources.
Note:
If you apply the filters and still do not receive emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources you can check your (Neogov) account inbox. All notifications will appear there.
I understand 16
Applicant 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.
Required Question