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Department Information
Together, we innovate for a stronger Colorado
The work of employees at the Governor's Office of Information Technology (OIT) is challenging and diverse because the needs of agencies, customers and Coloradans constantly evolve. But our focus never changes: improve the lives of all Coloradans through innovation and collaboration. We're building one of the nation's leading government IT organizations by reimagining how we support agencies, building first-of-their-kind applications, and creating an inclusive, collaborative culture, together. Join us in the important work of providing equitable access to services.
Watch this video to learn more about how we're Serving People. Serving Colorado.
Description of Job
Join the Colorado Governor's Office of Information Technology (OIT) and play a pivotal role in public service. As the Manager of Enterprise Applications, you will lead a dedicated Salesforce development team, acting as the primary point of contact for application development services. This role demands a balance of strategic vision and tactical execution, requiring you to supervise staff while overseeing the full lifecycle of application service design, development, and operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the Salesforce Application Development team in delivering high-impact, scalable technical solutions. Serve as the primary point of accountability for operational stability, service desk excellence, and customer service satisfaction across the portfolio.- Drive the design, planning, and delivery of application features by strictly adhering to OIT architectural standards and industry-leading best practices. Ensure all project outcomes are robust, secure, and fully compliant with organizational governance policies.
- Provide direct supervision for staff, fostering a high-performance environment rooted in accountability and empowerment. Lead the daily operations, team coordination, and professional growth of direct reports.
- Execute annual performance management cycles, including the development of metrics-based staff plans and the completion of bi-annual performance reviews. Proactively mentor staff to align individual career growth with departmental and organizational objectives.
- Oversee fiscal responsibilities by identifying and presenting data-driven recommendations for upcoming budget needs, ensuring alignment with department business objectives and optimizing resource allocation within financial constraints.
Actively engage in improving leadership skills, attitudes, and knowledge, especially as related to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Attend training, development, and group training on topics of inclusive leadership.
To be successful in this role, you must be a forward-thinking leader who thrives on both strategic vision and hands-on tactical operation. We are looking for a candidate who brings a systematic, goal-oriented approach to problem-solving and decision-making, ensuring that every challenge is met with a clear, deliberate solution. You should possess the influence to work effectively across functional boundaries, building alignment and driving performance even outside your direct sphere of control.
Above all, you must embody an innovative mindset—someone who proactively challenges the status quo to identify better processes and demonstrate strong change management skills by successfully guiding individuals and teams through transitions toward a desired future state.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
A wide salary range is posted for this position and any job offer is based upon a salary analysis to comply with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. The salary analysis considers relevant experience, education, certifications, and state seniority as compared to others doing substantially similar work. While most salary offers are made within the posted range, occasionally an offer is made below or above the posted range based upon this salary analysis.
This is a skills-based job announcement. The required minimum qualifications and/or education (if substituting for the proven experience, knowledge, and skills), are as follows:
Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum of four (4) years of experience in an occupational field related to the work assigned to the position, to include experience with the Salesforce platform.Experience must include at least one year (1) performing at the level of Senior/Lead/Matrixed Leadership in a relevant position.
Substitutions:
Additional appropriate education will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis, but cannot completely substitute for these qualifications. There is no substitution for any required management experience.- Training or Certification related to the work assigned to the position will be assigned credit towards substitution for experience and/or education, but cannot completely substitute for these qualifications.
- If the minimum qualifications include a degree requirement, additional appropriate paid or unpaid experience will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated proficiency in Agile and other development frameworks, with a strong ability to assess the suitability of these methodologies for specific project environments and application types.- Proven track record in a hands-on capacity, driving complex application development projects to successful completion while effectively monitoring team progress and ensuring milestone adherence.
- Skilled in collaborating with peer organizations to align IT processes (e.g., SDLC, Governance) and tool strategies with departmental needs, driving greater operational efficiencies and high-quality deliverables.
- Demonstrated knowledge of metrics and KPIs related to application quality and team work-effort (time management), with an ability to apply these insights to improve product outcomes.
- Minimum of three years of professional experience designing, developing, and managing solutions within the Salesforce ecosystem.
- Salesforce Administrator Certification.
Conditions of Employment:
OIT employees must comply with any screening procedures in place at state agency locations where they might perform work.
A pre-employment background check will be conducted as part of the selection process. Post-employment background checks will be required for specific agencies as business needs dictate, which may include a polygraph exam, fingerprint-based criminal history search, reference checks, and a drug test.
This position may require travel within the specified geographic area, and to locations across the state as needed.
This position may require on-call duties as needed by the position.
Supplemental Information
While candidates from out of state will be considered for this role, the candidate selected for the position must relocate and reside in Colorado on the first day of their new position. A reasonable timeframe for relocation will be established on an individual basis, while considering business needs, and determining a start date.
We know it's important to support each other, and that means having a healthy balance of work and personal time. Visit our benefits to learn more about some of our great offerings that allow us all to have fulfilling lives.
Visit our How to Apply webpage to learn more about our application process and what to expect after you apply.
The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.
The Governor's Office of Information Technology is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADA Coordinator at OIT_HR@state.co.us or call (303) 764-7900.
The Governor's Office of Information Technology does NOT offer sponsored Visas for employment purposes.
Department Information
Together, we innovate for a stronger Colorado
The work of employees at the Governor's Office of Information Technology (OIT) is challenging and diverse because the needs of agencies, customers and Coloradans constantly evolve. But our focus never changes: improve the lives of all Coloradans through innovation and collaboration. We're building one of the nation's leading government IT organizations by reimagining how we support agencies, building first-of-their-kind applications, and creating an inclusive, collaborative culture, together. Join us in the important work of providing equitable access to services.
Watch this video to learn more about how we're Serving People. Serving Colorado.
Description of Job
Join the Colorado Governor's Office of Information Technology (OIT) and play a pivotal role in public service. As the Manager of Enterprise Applications, you will lead a dedicated Salesforce development team, acting as the primary point of contact for application development services. This role demands a balance of strategic vision and tactical execution, requiring you to supervise staff while overseeing the full lifecycle of application service design, development, and operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the Salesforce Application Development team in delivering high-impact, scalable technical solutions. Serve as the primary point of accountability for operational stability, service desk excellence, and customer service satisfaction across the portfolio.- Drive the design, planning, and delivery of application features by strictly adhering to OIT architectural standards and industry-leading best practices. Ensure all project outcomes are robust, secure, and fully compliant with organizational governance policies.
- Provide direct supervision for staff, fostering a high-performance environment rooted in accountability and empowerment. Lead the daily operations, team coordination, and professional growth of direct reports.
- Execute annual performance management cycles, including the development of metrics-based staff plans and the completion of bi-annual performance reviews. Proactively mentor staff to align individual career growth with departmental and organizational objectives.
- Oversee fiscal responsibilities by identifying and presenting data-driven recommendations for upcoming budget needs, ensuring alignment with department business objectives and optimizing resource allocation within financial constraints.
Actively engage in improving leadership skills, attitudes, and knowledge, especially as related to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Attend training, development, and group training on topics of inclusive leadership.
To be successful in this role, you must be a forward-thinking leader who thrives on both strategic vision and hands-on tactical operation. We are looking for a candidate who brings a systematic, goal-oriented approach to problem-solving and decision-making, ensuring that every challenge is met with a clear, deliberate solution. You should possess the influence to work effectively across functional boundaries, building alignment and driving performance even outside your direct sphere of control.
Above all, you must embody an innovative mindset—someone who proactively challenges the status quo to identify better processes and demonstrate strong change management skills by successfully guiding individuals and teams through transitions toward a desired future state.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
A wide salary range is posted for this position and any job offer is based upon a salary analysis to comply with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. The salary analysis considers relevant experience, education, certifications, and state seniority as compared to others doing substantially similar work. While most salary offers are made within the posted range, occasionally an offer is made below or above the posted range based upon this salary analysis.
This is a skills-based job announcement. The required minimum qualifications and/or education (if substituting for the proven experience, knowledge, and skills), are as follows:
Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum of four (4) years of experience in an occupational field related to the work assigned to the position, to include experience with the Salesforce platform.Experience must include at least one year (1) performing at the level of Senior/Lead/Matrixed Leadership in a relevant position.
Substitutions:
Additional appropriate education will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis, but cannot completely substitute for these qualifications. There is no substitution for any required management experience.- Training or Certification related to the work assigned to the position will be assigned credit towards substitution for experience and/or education, but cannot completely substitute for these qualifications.
- If the minimum qualifications include a degree requirement, additional appropriate paid or unpaid experience will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated proficiency in Agile and other development frameworks, with a strong ability to assess the suitability of these methodologies for specific project environments and application types.- Proven track record in a hands-on capacity, driving complex application development projects to successful completion while effectively monitoring team progress and ensuring milestone adherence.
- Skilled in collaborating with peer organizations to align IT processes (e.g., SDLC, Governance) and tool strategies with departmental needs, driving greater operational efficiencies and high-quality deliverables.
- Demonstrated knowledge of metrics and KPIs related to application quality and team work-effort (time management), with an ability to apply these insights to improve product outcomes.
- Minimum of three years of professional experience designing, developing, and managing solutions within the Salesforce ecosystem.
- Salesforce Administrator Certification.
Conditions of Employment:
OIT employees must comply with any screening procedures in place at state agency locations where they might perform work.
A pre-employment background check will be conducted as part of the selection process. Post-employment background checks will be required for specific agencies as business needs dictate, which may include a polygraph exam, fingerprint-based criminal history search, reference checks, and a drug test.
This position may require travel within the specified geographic area, and to locations across the state as needed.
This position may require on-call duties as needed by the position.
Supplemental Information
While candidates from out of state will be considered for this role, the candidate selected for the position must relocate and reside in Colorado on the first day of their new position. A reasonable timeframe for relocation will be established on an individual basis, while considering business needs, and determining a start date.
We know it's important to support each other, and that means having a healthy balance of work and personal time. Visit our benefits to learn more about some of our great offerings that allow us all to have fulfilling lives.
Visit our How to Apply webpage to learn more about our application process and what to expect after you apply.
The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.
The Governor's Office of Information Technology is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADA Coordinator at OIT_HR@state.co.us or call (303) 764-7900.
The Governor's Office of Information Technology does NOT offer sponsored Visas for employment purposes.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing15
- Technology & Software13
- Healthcare & Medical Services9
- Chemicals & Materials7
- Electronics & Hardware7
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in applications manager jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field
- Experience managing enterprise applications such as ERP, CRM, or EHR platforms
- Proficiency with ITIL frameworks and IT service management practices
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and vendor relationships
- Familiarity with cloud environments including AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
- Strong project management skills, often with PMP or similar certification preferred
Tips for Your Applications Manager Job Search
Quantify application lifecycle ownership on your resume
Hiring managers want to see scope, not just duties. List the number of applications you owned, the teams you coordinated across, and specific uptime or deployment improvements you drove. Vague bullet points about 'managing applications' get passed over.
Highlight both vendor and in-house systems experience
Many job descriptions split between managing packaged software like Salesforce or Workday and custom-built platforms. If you've handled both, call that out explicitly. Candidates who show range across vendor and internal systems are far more competitive for senior roles.
Filter openings by the stack you already know
Applications manager roles vary enormously by technical environment. When reviewing listings, prioritize those naming platforms you've administered before. A match on two or three core systems often outweighs a perfect title match on a role built around tools you'd be learning from scratch.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists applications manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a systems dependency story for interviews
Interviewers for this role almost always ask how you handle a critical application going down. Walk in with a real example: what broke, who you looped in, what you did first, and how you prevented a repeat. Generic incident-management answers won't distinguish you.
Negotiate around support escalation expectations upfront
On-call responsibilities and escalation tiers vary wildly between employers and are rarely detailed in job postings. Before accepting an offer, ask specifically about after-hours support expectations and how incidents are triaged. That context matters as much as the title and base compensation.
Applications Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most applications managers?
The companies hiring the most applications managers right now include Jolly Technologies, Continental, and Thermo Fisher Scientific, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Demand is particularly concentrated in healthcare systems, financial institutions, and large government contractors.
How many applications manager jobs are remote?
About 57% of applications manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, though availability shifts by industry and seniority. Roles focused on cloud-based platforms and software portfolio management tend to offer the most location flexibility, while positions tied to on-premise infrastructure or regulated healthcare environments more often require on-site presence.
How do you become a applications manager?
Start by building hands-on experience administering one or more enterprise applications, typically through a systems administrator, analyst, or IT support role. From there, take on ownership of application upgrades, vendor coordination, and incident response. Earning an ITIL Foundation certification strengthens your candidacy, and progressing to a team lead or project lead role positions you to move into full applications manager responsibilities.
Can you get an applications manager job with little experience?
Breaking in with limited experience is possible if you can demonstrate direct ownership of at least one business-critical application, even in a smaller organization or a more junior role. Employers hiring at the lower end of the seniority range prioritize candidates who've handled real incidents, coordinated with vendors, and supported end users over those with credentials alone. Contract or project-based roles are a practical entry point.
What does the applications manager interview process look like?
Most applications manager interviews run across multiple rounds. An initial recruiter screen is typically followed by a technical or functional interview covering your experience with specific platforms, incident response, and vendor management. A final round often involves a panel with IT leadership and business stakeholders. Some employers add a practical exercise, such as a systems assessment or a written response to a mock application outage scenario.
Where can I find and apply to applications manager jobs?
You can find and apply to applications manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your background and experience, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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