Director of IT

Director of IT
Our vision is to be a leader in our marketplace as valued by our key stakeholders: our clients, employees, suppliers, community, and shareholders. Employee-ownership and building the wealth of our employees and, in turn, the health and wealth of our communities is fundamental to our foundation for the future. Instilling the ownership mindset throughout our organization and allowing our employee-owners to understand the direct impact and correlation of our companies' success on their personal success. We are first and foremost a people-first organization and that's reflected in our behaviors and approach to work and is woven throughout our core values.
CORE VALUES
Connectivity:

We believe in mutually beneficial long-term relationships. We understand the necessity to stay connected with each other, our business, our clients, and our community.
Curiosity:

We approach challenges with curiosity and avoid making assumptions. We are enthusiastic about innovation, good change, and encourage the inquisitive mindset.
Human Dignity:

We value every person and every role. We embrace compassion, love and empathy in our interactions.
Wellness:

Our first priority is the safety and wellbeing of our employees. We work together to continuously create a safe environment and to improve processes that protect and promote the health of our employees.
Courage:

We have the courage to do the right thing and take responsibility for our success. We behave honorably even when no one is watching and have a foundation of honesty.
POSITION OVERVIEW
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you'll be a critical member of our corporate shared services responsible for shaping the strategic direction and performance of the Information Technology department in alignment with our business objectives. The Director of IT's mission is to provide technical leadership, strategic vision and operational improvements, while building and leading a dynamic Information Technology team. You'll focus on implementing, communicating, and supporting strategic direction and plans to amplify the performance of our Information Technology department.
OBJECTIVES YOU WILL MEET
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you will lead and oversee the operation and performance of the Information Technology department. Objectives include:

Develop strategy and ensure efficient execution in the IT department to make sure it is supporting the needs of the organization in a responsive, well-communicated, and secure manner.
Oversee cybersecurity initiatives to safeguard data, systems, and client information. Any of the following credentials are beneficial: CISSP, CompTIA Security+, CCSP, CISA, CISM, CRISC.
Oversee the workload of the team including delegation of tasks, projects, etc. and ensure successful execution.
Monitor performance of IT infrastructure and processes to determine organizational effectiveness and recommend strategic initiatives to enhance growth and improvement.
Support and lead ERP and data integration of future business acquisitions.
Facilitate development plans and provide quality assessments of overall work performed by the team.
Provide guidance and training to others through mentoring and leadership.
Set and monitor department budget, including financial forecasting.
Regulatory and Compliance: Identify and implement the necessary certifications to meet compliance and client requirements.
Oversee the company's internal operational systems to ensure they are aligned with organizational needs.
Serve as a leadership role model, fostering a culture of technical excellence and establishing standards for proficiency across the technical teams.
Utilize, support, and enhance standards and best practices.
Understand and follow all safety, conduct, and policy requirements established by the company and clients.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
Successful candidates should have a minimum of 10 years of experience in Information Technology and be a proven leader. A combination of industry experience, operational excellence, and related degrees will be considered.
As important as the desired experience, effectively leading the IT department requires a leader with a high level of competence and confidence but also stays humble and maintains a curious mindset. We welcome and embrace a host of different backgrounds, perspectives, and approaches to work. We also understand the importance of being transparent with our expectations. We do not expect candidates to "check-the-box" on all below:

Ability to prioritize and handle multiple assignments while maintaining a positive attitude and living our core values.
Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and highly organized, with the capacity to drive success through structured processes and clear objectives.
Strong technical expertise, including knowledge of cyber-security, hardware/software, and scalable systems.
Exceptional leadership and communication skills with the ability to bridge business and technical perspectives.
Strategic thinker with excellent problem-solving abilities.
Solid understanding of business operations and financial management.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage cross-functionally across teams.
Experience leading an organization through SOC 2 or ISO 27001 certification.
Strong understanding in any of the following: VMWare - Hypervisor, HPE StoreOnce, Sharepoint development, Snowflake, Matillion, SQL Server, Power BI, SSRS, SSIS, data warehousing and ETL, Zero Trust, Software Defined Networking, and/or network architecture.
Adapts behavior to changing circumstances.
Develops meaningful relationships to build trust.
Provides effective coaching, feedback, mentoring of others.
HOW WE INVEST IN YOU

Your Health:

We offer a comprehensive health insurance package, annual biometric screenings, employee assistance program (EAP), and company-paid disability insurance for eligible employees.
Your Financial Goals:

Beyond our 401k offering, you may be eligible to join our ESOP with its tax-deferred retirement benefits.
Your Ownership:

You don't just work FOR the company; you OWN the company. You'll join other employee-owners along our ESOP journey and receive the intangible and tangible benefits that ownership provides.
Your Work-Life Balance:

We offer paid time off, flexible scheduling, parental leave, hybrid work, and encourage our Employee Owners to give back to the communities where they live.
Your Career Development: We offer tuition assistance and have a dedicated Learning and Development Program to grow and develop you in your career.
We Live our Core Values: We believe strongly in our five core values. They are Connectivity, Wellness, Curiosity, Human Dignity, and Courage.