Police Data & Technology Manager*
City of Madison
Madison, WI
This position provides important professional, managerial, and supervisory work for the Data and Technology Section of the Madison Police Department (MPD). The Manager helps plan, develop, and carry out the department’s technology and data programs and represents the agency on all technology, data, and information-management policy issues. The Manager oversees the full lifecycle of police technology systems, supports data analysis, improves how information services are delivered, and works to make operations more efficient while following department policies, City rules, and state and federal laws. The work requires strong project-management skills, knowledge of network security in a law-enforcement setting, and regular teamwork with MPD staff, City Information Technology (IT), vendors, consultants, County Dispatch, the District Attorney’s Office, and partner law-enforcement agencies. The Manager supervises civilian staff, including the Police Information Systems Coordinator and the Crime and Data Analysis Coordinator. Under the general supervision of the Assistant Chief of Police, the Manager is part of the Police Management Team and provides expertise in information technology management. The position offers guidance across the organization and uses independent judgment and discretion to meet program goals and objectives.
On-site only: This is not a remote position and work will primarily be performed in an office setting. There may be some incidental telework available depending on agency needs.Employees may be eligible for loan forgiveness through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Black, Indigenous, people of color, women, trans, nonbinary, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We value the unique blend of lived experiences and diverse perspectives that comes from non-traditional education pathways and the variety of transferrable skills each candidate brings to the table. We value diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Even if every item on the job posting doesn’t match your experience perfectly, we encourage you to apply and share how your skills and experience can best serve our community.