Data Processing Departmental Manager Job Description
Data Processing Departmental Manager Job Description and Profile
Under direction, the job of a Data Processing Departmental Manager entails planning, organizing and directing data processing activities for department that maintains a multi computerized data information systems. He likewise assesses priorities and needs for operation and enhancement on information systems. A data processing departmental manager also supervises and heads data processing staff and performs related tasks when required.
Duties and Specifications
- Plans and directs enhancement of computer systems of the department.
- Consults others in the assessment of data processing requirements and conducts studies in order to identify means of improving the efficiency of data processing activities of the department.
- Develops and establishes cost estimates for new software and hardware applications.
- Supervises and evaluates staff performance.
- Plans and evaluates staff work and develops the coordination of work flow.
- Oversees operations of the computer systems for the department.
- Directs staff in identifying and resolving problems in systems operations such as design, production, LAN, administration, data communications and operation issues.
- Develops operational policies as well as standards and procedures.
- Effectively monitors systems documentation and performance.
- Recommends changes in departmental operations, procedures and policies so the department will take advantage of the technology of information systems, and consequently be able to meet its goals and objectives.
- Prepares department budget.
- Prepares statistical, narrative and fiscal reports related to the department’s data processing operations.
Skills and Specifications
- Ability to plan and delegate work.
- Must be able to respond to the current needs and balance priorities.
- Be able to establish work standards and evaluate staff performance.
- Must develop and implement alternative project solutions when required.
- Train professionals and staff members.
- Prepare and present proposals, reports and other information.
- Establish and maintain harmonious work relationships.
Education and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science.
- 5 years of experience in responsible systems in data analysis and design, including significant experience in supervisory capacity.
- 1 year experience involving duties on programming and EDP Systems.