Overview & Benefits
Oakland County is more than just a workplace. It is a place where you can make a real difference. As one of Michigan’s leading public service organizations, we are committed to strengthening communities, delivering essential services, and improving the quality of life for nearly 1.3 million residents.
When you join our team, you become part of a mission-driven workforce guided by integrity, innovation, and a passion for public service. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to do meaningful work that matters. Apply today and help shape the future of Oakland County, where we are All Ways Moving Forward.
For more information about Oakland County benefits and employee perks, please visit:
https://www.oakgov.com/government/human-resources/benefits/new-hire
General Summary
This is a hybrid position
$148,871 - $199,457
Are you a strategic technology leader who thrives on building secure, reliable, and high-performing network infrastructure? Oakland County is seeking an experienced IT infrastructure professional to lead the management, coordination, and optimization of the County’s network and communications systems. In this role, you’ll oversee critical technology infrastructure supporting County operations, public safety systems, and secure communications across a complex enterprise environment. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for someone who enjoys combining technical expertise, team leadership, and strategic planning to support essential public services and modern technology operations.
What you'll do:
• Lead the management and support of the County’s network and communications infrastructure, systems, and technologies
• Plan, coordinate, and oversee the design, installation, and maintenance of network, telephony, and communication systems
• Ensure the stability, security, and performance of enterprise IT assets and communication links
• Direct and support a team of network specialists in resolving hardware, software, and connectivity issues
• Maintain infrastructure hardware, software, documentation, and system configurations
• Collaborate with CLEMIS and public safety agencies to maintain secure network connectivity for Radio and 911 systems
• Assess technology needs and oversee the implementation of infrastructure solutions for County departments and partner agencies
• Support ongoing optimization, modernization, and operational reliability of County IT systems
Why You'll Love It:
• The opportunity to lead and support mission-critical technology infrastructure with real community impact
• A highly visible role supporting public safety, emergency communications, and Countywide operations
• Hands-on involvement with enterprise networking, telecommunications, and secure systems
• Leadership experience managing technical teams and large-scale infrastructure initiatives
• A collaborative environment working with County departments, CLEMIS members, and public safety partners
• Competitive compensation, strong benefits, and the stability of public sector employment
If you’re passionate about technology leadership, secure infrastructure, and supporting systems that communities rely on every day, we’d love to hear from you.
Minimum Qualifications
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Possess a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field.
Have had at least eight (8) years of full-time experience in information technology involving systems software, systems analysis, or technical infrastructure; including two (2) years in a technical leader or supervisory capacity.
ADDITIONAL DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Considerable knowledge of local and wide area networking, network management, structured cabling systems, fiber optics, client/server, operating systems, computer hardware, software, system design/analysis,…