IT Manager

Job Type

Full-time

Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

As a leader in the IT department the information Technology Manager is responsible for installing and maintaining computer hardware, software and networks.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Running regular checks on network and data security
• Identifying and acting on opportunities to improve and update software and systems
• Developing and implementing IT policy and best practice guides for the organization
• Designing training programs and workshops for staff
• Conducting regular system audits
• Running and sharing regular operation system reports with senior staff
• Overseeing and determining timeframes for major IT projects including system updates, upgrades, migrations and outages
• Managing and reporting on allocation of IT budget
• Providing direction for IT team members
• Identifying opportunities for team training and skills advancement
• Other duties assigned
• Maintain concentration and focus in order to meet performance goals
• React positively to an ongoing, changing environment
• Demonstrate the ability to handle pressure when attempting to meet deadlines and performance goals
• Maintain good working relationship with assigned supervisors and coworkers
• Work safely without presenting a threat to self or others
• Perform additional duties as required by management from time to time

Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS*

Education :

BA or BS in Computer Science, Engineering, or Business Administration

Experience:

Eight (8) years of experience in information systems to include full life cycle methodology including standard office products such as Word and Excel, and some application development, project management experience, technical experience in networking, programming, system support, and technical project management experience preferably in a high-rate production/manufacturing environment. Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures.

Skills/Abilities:

Ability to adapt to changing environment and requirements and manage multiple tasks

Excellent project management planning including oral and written communication, negotiation, presentation and influencing skills

Ability to coordinate and lead effectively

Solve problems or issues that may come up

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Adhere to policies and procedures

* Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be substituted.

WORK ENVIRONMENT CONDITIONS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

Work will take place in an office environment and is generally temperature controlled with or without humidity control. Extensive use of the computer is required. Exposure and risk to health is minimal. Employee may be required to work weekends, holidays and be on-call on occasion.

These are considered essential duties and are illustrative of those job tasks, which are fundamental. Employees may be required to perform additional related duties as may be assigned by management. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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