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The Information Technology Division manages the technology infrastructure which supports business operations: including personal computers, laptops, servers, printers, the internal network which connects them all, telephones, smartphones, and conference room equipment. By providing direct support to end users via the IT Service Desk, onsite office and jobsite support, and Training Classes IT supports application software (purchased such as Oracle, Primavera, Microsoft, and custom-written applications such as ORCMS, PTS, IEH, etc.).

Job Description Summary

The Manager, Operations (IT Inventory Management Specialist) provides assistance to Directors, Managers, Department Heads and Project Teams in the SCA related to a wide range of operational areas. The job is accountable for the management of people and/or processes and/or projects, ensuring the efficient and continual functioning of their assigned area. Roles typically participate in the development of policies and/or procedures for their area and produce reports for leadership.

Job Description

Responsibilities include:

• Play a lead role in the management of people and/or processes and/or projects, contributing to the overall success of the division.
• Participate in day-to-day operations to resolve special managerial, operational, and administrative problems pertaining to policy and practice.
• Create and generate reports for use on a day-to-day basis, for use by senior management to address special operational issues, and for the use of senior management and others in the formulation of policy.
• Participate in the development and/or updating of policies and procedures for their area of responsibility, integrating best in class insights.
• Serve as liaison for a variety of Departments, Divisions, and Units at the SCA.
• Plans, assigns, monitors, reviews and evaluates the work performed by assigned staff and makes recommendation regarding recruitment, hiring, promotion, reassignment and discipline.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Division Specific Tasks

Information Technology:

• Maintain IT Inventory Records: Tracks and manages IT assets, including hardware, software licenses and related information.
• Manage Inventory System: Set up, maintain, and utilize asset management tools and software to streamline inventory processes.
• Physical Inventory Audit: Perform routine physical and electronic inventory audits to ensure accuracy and identify discrepancies.
• Manage Asset Lifecycles: Oversee the entire lifecycle of IT assets, from procurement to disposal, including depreciation and end-of-life processes.
• Forecast Inventory Needs: Analyze data and trends to predict future IT asset requirements and inform budgeting processes.
• Coordinate IT Renewals: Work closely with IT, procurement, and finance departments to align inventory management with budget.
• Compliance and Reporting: Generate reports on inventory levels, asset utilization, and other relevant metrics to track progress and inform decision-making.
• Identify Cost Savings and Process Improvements: Proactively identify areas where inventory management processes can be optimized to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
• Monitors and evaluates the performance of inspectors and vendors.

Civil Service Classification: Competitive

Salary Range: $115,000 - $140,000

Posting Closing Date: 07/09/2025

Education

Baccalaureate

Certifications (if required)

Work Experience

Six years of full time experience in project management, design, construction, operations, administration, architectural, or mechanical/plumbing estimation or a related field; four years must have been in a supervisory (supervision of subordinate employees) or management (manage a function, unit, or process) capacity; or a satisfactory combination of education and experience.

It is the policy of the New York City School Construction Authority (NYCSCA) to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, the NYCSCA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals.

We offer excellent benefits including:

• Medical (100% employer paid for basic coverage available)
• Prescription drug option
• Dental and Vision coverage
• NYC Qualified Pension Plan
• Optional Retirement Savings Plans including 401K, 457 and IRA options
• Transit Check Program
• Public Loan Forgiveness Program
• Competitive paid time off (PTO) benefits

The SCA is interested in qualified candidates who are eligible to work in the United States. The SCA is not able to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. We participate in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: https://www.e-verify.gov/employees