Infrastructure Manager

Infrastructure Manager

The City of Auburn is looking for an Infrastructure Manager to add to our team! As part of our Infrastructure team, you'll work with modern technologies, influence critical projects that keep city services running smoothly, and help shape the future of our IT environment. You'll be supported by a collaborative team of skilled professionals, have the chance to bring your ideas to life, and enjoy the stability and benefits of public service while working on complex, meaningful challenges.

Why you want to be apart of the Innovation & Technology Department! Our department is a great place to work because we combine innovation, collaboration, and purpose. We are the team that keeps the City connected, secure, and moving forward. Every day, we tackle challenges that directly impact our community, whether it's ensuring emergency services have reliable systems, implementing new technology to improve public services, or safeguarding the City's data.

Our ideal candidate has :

• Comprehensive Infrastructure Knowledge Deep understanding of Microsoft-based environments, including Windows Server, Azure, Active Directory / Azure AD, Microsoft 365, Intune, and Autopilot, plus experience with enterprise networking, virtualization, storage, and backup / disaster recovery solutions.
• Strategic & Analytical Thinking Ability to evaluate long-term infrastructure needs, assess the impact of technology changes, and recommend solutions that align with City goals and resources.
• Cybersecurity Awareness Skilled in applying and promoting security best practices to protect systems and data, and able to collaborate closely with cybersecurity teams.
• Project Management Skills Experience planning and leading complex infrastructure projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to high standards.
• Leadership & Team Development Proven ability to guide, mentor, and evaluate technical staff while fostering a positive and productive work environment.
• Problem-Solving & Decision-Making Capable of diagnosing complex technical issues, developing sound solutions, and making informed decisions under pressure.
• Strong Communication & Collaboration Able to work effectively with other IT teams, vendors, and diverse City departments, translating technical concepts into clear, actionable information.

While technical skills are essential, we place high value on initiative, adaptability, and the ability to build trusted relationships across the organization to support the City's mission.

In this job, you will :

What we are looking for :

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OR a combination of education, training, and experience that would demonstrate the ability to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Required Licenses & Certifications :

Note : You must successfully complete fingerprinting, a background check, and the CJIS (Criminal Justice Information Services) Security Certification Test to be allowed to view sensitive information and have unescorted access while at the Police Department (per Washington State Patrol ACCESS unit).

Why choose the City of Auburn?

Commitment to Inclusion Team Auburn values a wide range of perspectives and life experiences and believes our strength comes from the diversity of people and ideas. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals who will help us foster a workplace built on respect, collaboration, and service to the community.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) The City of Auburn is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay, or other forms of compensation.

To learn more about the Inclusive Auburn initiative, please visit : www.auburnwa.gov / InclusiveAuburn

If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, or would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process, please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.

The City of Auburn is dedicated to building an inclusive, informed city, with opportunities for all. Please make sure to submit a complete, detailed, and updated job application. You must meet the minimum qualifications to move forward in the screening process. If identified as a top candidate, a thorough background check, as well as reference check and driving abstract review, will be required before an official position appointment will be offered.

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If you have any questions, please contact Chardae Gillespie, Human Resources Coordinator, by email at cgillespie@auburnwa.gov.