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INFORMATION SYSTEMS

The Information Systems Division provides internal technology and services that fulfill the City's broad based information technology needs. The division has the responsibility for planning that commits resources and provides a stable direction for the future. Duties include the responsibility and authority for review, control, and improvements in such areas as office automation, desktop computers, networks, application servers, and data communications. Other duties include:

  • Developing and implementing office automation systems
  • Ensuring the security of all data
  • Data Center operations
  • Designing and managing data communications and telecommunications networks
  • Development and control of electronic forms
  • Developing information processing policies and procedures
  • Conducting feasibility studies of new automated systems
  • Researching potential systems, methods, or equipment that could improve cost-effectiveness or enhance productivity
  • Provide a Citywide training function, which includes training classes, answering help desk calls, support documentation and managing a training facility