Information Technology Manager

Information Technology Manager

The Lethbridge Police Service is seeking a full-time, permanent Information Technology Manager.

The Information Technology Manager will provide strategic direction and innovative leadership to the Information Technology Section. This role oversees the effective and efficient delivery of business technologies within the organization, including the delivery of all software solutions, data, cybersecurity and resiliency practices. This role is also responsible for developing strategies, roadmaps and business plans to optimize project delivery, mitigate risk and ensure alignment to LPS goals and objectives. The Information Technology Manager will plan, facilitate, coordinate and manage the operational activities of the IT department, drive innovation and ensure the security of the core infrastructure and systems.

The Opportunity

- Provide vision and leadership for developing and implementing IT initiatives;

- Collaborate with executive management and decision makers within the police service, the corporation, and other external entities to identify, recommend, develop, implement and support cost‑effective technology solutions for all aspects of the organization;

- Define and implement IT policies, procedures and best practices.

Responsibilities

- Provide strategic direction and support for Information Technology solutions that enhance critical business systems for Lethbridge Police Service.

- Support and lead a variety of information technology initiatives requiring strategic planning and forecasting.

- Drive innovation and ensure the Lethbridge Police Service continues to mature its security posture and position.

- Provide oversight in change management and lead information technology initiatives.

- Provide day‑to‑day leadership and administration of the Information Technology Unit, including development, improvement and monitoring processes; managing and coordinating employee training; and developing and maintaining guidelines, policies and procedures.

- Lead the financial planning and effective management of Information Technology budgets and assets.

- Ensure effective and responsive implementation of strategies that address customer needs and align to the LPS business plan.

Professional Skillset and Experience

- A University Degree or Diploma in the Computing Science field or equivalent with extensive planning, managerial and technical experience.

- 5+ years of experience in IT management, including managing a team of IT professionals.

- In‑depth understanding of IT infrastructure, including networks, servers, storage and security.

- Strong organizational skills and the ability to lead and manage fiscal and human resources to ensure the effective use of those resources.

- Ability to recognize priorities and changing approaches.

- Strong leadership skills with an ability to coach, mentor and build capacity among staff to reach their potential.

Salary

The annual salary range for this position is $135,154.50 - $168,928.50.

Benefits

The City of Lethbridge, Lethbridge Police Service offers a comprehensive flexible benefits package and a defined benefit pension plan (LAPP).

Security Clearance and Background Check

The successful candidate is required to consent to a police security clearance, which includes the voluntary completion and submission of a personal disclosure form (lifestyle questionnaire), criminal and police records check, reference checks and truth verification through polygraph examination.

Hiring Process Steps

1. Resumes will be reviewed for qualifications, education, experience, training and skills.

2. Selected applicants will be contacted to complete a Personal Disclosure Form and Security Clearance Declaration.

3. Completion of a Psychometric Assessment.

4. Successful applicants will be contacted for a Behavioral Descriptive Interview.

5. Security Clearance Check will be conducted.

6. Successful completion of a Polygraph Examination Procedure (applicable to applicants outside LPS).

7. A successful candidate(s) will be selected and offered the position.

8. All components of the selection process will be administered, scored, evaluated and interpreted in a fair and uniform manner.

9. Duration of the process will be approximately two months.

Application Instructions

Please note only applications submitted through the Bamboo HR link below will be accepted. Applications submitted through City of Lethbridge website or other third‑party sites will not be considered.

https://lethbridgepolice.bamboohr.com/careers/516

Closing Date

January 28, 2026 at 4:00PM MST

Contact

Garrett Anderson, Human Resources Manager at garrett.anderson@lethbridgepolice.ca

Location

Lethbridge Police Service Headquarters, 135 1st Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB T1J 0A1.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Lethbridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest.

We will only contact individuals selected for interviews.

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