IT ARCHITECT - INFRASTRUCTURE (CONSTRUCTION)

Salary : $98,930.00 - $175,000.00 Annually Location : 611 Walker Street Job Type: Full Time Job Number: 35408 Department: Houston Information Technology Services Division: HITS - ENTERPRISE INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES (EIS) Opening Date: 11/15/2024 Closing Date: 12/15/2024 11:59 PM Central POSITION OVERVIEW Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED Job Classification: IT ARCHITECT - INFRASTRUCTURE (CONSTRUCTION) Posting Number: 35408 Department: HOUSTON INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICE Division: ENTERPRISE INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES Reporting Location: 611 WALKER, 9th FLOOR. Workdays & Hours: MONDAY - FRIDAY 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Subject to Change The Houston Information IT Services (HITS) Department provides enterprise IT services for the City of Houston. These services include voice and network, cyber-security, email and communication platforms and shared enterprise applications that are used by all City employees. The IT Architect - Infrastructure (Construction) position is responsible for building and managing an IT construction practice for new building construction and renovation projects to ensure IT standards are incorporated into the construction plans. This will ensure the design and installation of IT rooms, pathway, cabling and equipment are in compliance with the City's Facility IT Standards. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The IT Architect - Infrastructure (Construction) will serve as the interface for capital planning, design and construction phases for low voltage systems, specifically IT and Security systems. This role will focus on supporting construction management and project oversight on behalf of HITS. In addition, this position will have the following responsibilities: Facilitate development and semi-annual update of instructions to architects and MEP design engineers for design requirements for communications equipment rooms IDF/MDF design (standard size for new build construction, building placement, proximity to threats, shared tenant design where applicable, etc.) Primary and backup power requirements HVAC requirements Fire suppression Grounding Lighting Cable tray and/or raised floor requirements Racks & cabinets o Access control & surveillance for comm rooms Facilitate development of technology standards in CSI format for all major building-related IT Systems Communications cabling & related terminations within IDFs/MDFs Data network (wired & wireless) & any public Wi-Fi requirements (if applicable) Distributed antenna system(s) (for in-building agency radio and cellular carrier coverage) Telco demarc(s) Access control Surveillance Support for building automation control systems (lighting, fire alarm, HVAC, elevators, etc.) Fuel island stations o Room scheduling and control systems Digital signage Television distribution Function as point person for IT activities on capital projects Planning requirements (prior to establishing project budget and issuing design consulting contracts) Design review 30%, 65%, 90%, 100% (or equivalent) stages Coordinate owner and design consultant inspection, punch list creation, and acceptance of constructed IT rooms & assets Ensure IT receives applicable as-built documents Function as liaison between construction divisions and HITS on all major construction projects to include project management and oversight of all HITS division's participation (Radio, Desktop, Applications, Network, etc.) Regularly Report status/risks/resource needs to executive leadership Work with GSD and construction teams to resolve any issues that arise while ensuring the integrity of the defined standards. Manages/Supervises/Leads a technical team focused on building and managing IT Standards for City building construction projects. This position will be responsible for assigning duties, instructing, directing, and checking the work of subordinate team members. Also responsible for quality assurance reviews of projects and support activities of the team and evaluation and documentation of team procedures. It will be the responsibility of this individual to manage a yearly performance evaluation plan based upon goals that support the strategy of the overall organization for each subordinate. Prioritize and assign tasks to ensure that the team's resources are used effectively and that work schedules and targets are met. WORKING CONDITIONS: There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature, and air conditions. May occasionally require work in outdoor environment. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS EDUCATION Requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management and Information Systems (MIS) or a closely related field. Holds multiple system-specific technical certifications; recognized as having mastery of a particular technical discipline. A Master's degree in Computer Science or Management and Information Systems or closely related field may be substituted for up to two (2) years of the experience requirement. EXPERIENCE At least ten (10) years of specialized experience in an IT infrastructure system. REQUIRED CERTIFICATION Current RCDD (Registered Communications Distribution Designer) holder LICENSE None PREFERENCES Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6. Preferences shall be given to those with the following: IT and Communications system engineering design experience in an engineering or Technology consulting firm GENERAL INFORMATION SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED Department may administer skills assessment test. SAFETY IMPACT POSITION - Yes If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test. SALARY INFORMATION Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification. PAY GRADE: 33 APPLICATION PROCEDURES Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov. To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call (832) 393-0450. If you need special services or accommodation, call (832) 393-0450. (TTY 7-1-1). If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627. Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process. All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of the information provided. EOE Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy. The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include: Medical Dental Vision Wellness Supplemental Insurance Life insurance Long-term disability Retirement pension 457 deferred compensation plan Employee Assistance Program 10 days of vacation each year 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday Compensable Sick Leave Personal Leave Flexible schedules Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions Professional development opportunities Transportation/parking plan Section 125 pretax deductions Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves Healthcare Flexible Spending Account For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html 01 Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions? Yes No 02 Which best describes your education? High School Dipolma/GED Associate Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree or Beyond None of the Above 03 How many years of experience do you have supporting IT Infrastructure in an Enterprise IT environment? Less than 8 years of experience 8 years of experience 9 years of experience 10 years of experience 11 years of experience 12 years of experience 13 years of experience 14 years of experience 15 or more years of experience I have no experience supporting IT Infrastructure of a department or Enterprise IT environment 04 How many years of experience do you have engineering design of building IT and Communications systems in an enterprise environment? Less than 2 years of experience 2 years of experience 3 years of experience 4 years of experience 5 or more years of experience I don't have any experience in design of building IT and Communications systems in an enterprise environment 05 How many years of experience do you have as an IT Building Construction Engineer / Analyst / Architect? Less than 6 years of experience 6 years of experience 7 years of experience 8 years of experience 9 years of experience 10 or more years of experience I don't have any experience as an IT Building Construction Engineer / Analyst / Architect 06 How many years of experience do you have managing IT Building Construction Standards in an environment with 50 or more sites? Less than 6 years of experience 6 years of experience 7 years of experience 8 years of experience 9 years of experience 10 or more years of experience I don't have any experience of managing IT Building Construction Standards in an environment with 50 or more sites. 07 How many years of experience do you have in managing IT Building Construction Vendors? Less than 6 years of experience 6 years of experience 7 years of experience 8 years of experience 9 years of experience 10 or more years of experience I don't have any experience in managing IT Building Construction Vendors 08 Which network certification(s) have you held (expired or current) Check all that apply? Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) Other certifications No certifications 09 Please describe your experience with both the architectural design and the trouble shooting/restoration of complex enterprise class service issues. (See Resume will delay review of your application) 10 Please provide a list of all valid certifications you currently hold and their validity date(s) ("See Resume" will delay review of your application) 11 If you have a contract work history, then please provide the paying contractor company you have worked for and the jobsite your serviced. (If no contract works then put N/A) Required Question