Business Applications Manager

San Bernardino County is recruiting for Business Applications Managers who thrive in a highly collaborative environment where teamwork, solutions, and ideas are valued. We are looking for information technology (IT) leaders who have the ability to empower staff through utilizing their unique skillsets and strengths to ensure individual and group success.

The Business Applications Manager is responsible for managing and leading an IT team in providing services and business solutions. The position combines managerial responsibilities with in-depth hands-on business operations expertise and works closely with internal and external management and executive staff. The Business Applications Manager is responsible for developing business application strategies, managing IT projects, and recommending the best use of IT resources. This position oversees a staff of IT professionals, establishes staffing requirements, manages the IT program budgets, and is responsible for staff and performance management, as well as continuous service improvement.

The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies throughout the County.

For a more comprehensive listing of job duties for this classification, please refer to the Business Applications Manager job description.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS To review the job-specific benefits, refer to: Summary of Benefits and the Memoranda of Understanding (MOU).

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 may be required to work overtime, irregular hours (including evenings and weekends) and perform recurring on-call or standby duties as necessary.

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.

Qualifying candidates must meet the requirements in ALL of the following categories:

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:Four (4) years of full-time equivalent experience conducting business systems analysis, technology-based feasibility studies, and managing IT related projects.

SUPERVISORY/LEAD REQUIREMENT:Three (3) years of full-time equivalent experience as an IT project lead or providing full scope supervision to automated/business systems analysts, programmers, or comparable positions engaged in technology operations or the development or assessment of business application/systems. Experience may be concurrent.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:Sixty (60) semester or ninety (90) quarter units of completed college coursework from an accredited college or university in business/public administration, information management, computer science, or closely related field.

A list of coursework or copies of transcripts must be submitted with the application, unless applicant possesses a Bachelor's degree in a qualifying area. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

EDUCATION SUBSTITUTION: Additional qualifying experience may substitute for up to 30 semester (45 quarter) units of education on the basis of one (1) year of qualifying experience for 30 semester (45 quarter) units of education.

The ideal candidate will have the following experience:

• Building customer relations and championing customer service.
• Supporting business applications and data systems.
• Leading and managing work for Business Solutions Development staff.
• Providing oversight to various complex projects and project timelines.
• Developing and monitoring project budgets.
• Participating in Strategic Planning and Process Improvement initiatives for the division.

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 deadline: 5:00PM PT, FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2026. 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 review the Government Jobs online application guide 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 Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF) within one week of the recruitment filing deadline. Veterans' Preference: Eligible veterans, their spouses, or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Information (Download PDF). For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process.