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WA
Hybrid Director of Information Technology
Posted last month
About the role
- Director of IT overseeing technology initiatives for WSBA, aligning operations with organizational goals. Leading staff and managing vendor relationships for secure technology solutions.
Responsibilities
- Lead the strategic and operational functions of Information Technology (IT) Department.
- Oversee software application development, network operations, cybersecurity, training, and desktop support, while serving as a technology advisor to all departments.
- Align IT initiatives with organizational goals, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring the delivery of secure, scalable, and user-centered technology solutions.
- Contribute to organization-wide strategy and decision-making as a member of the Executive Leadership Team.
- Model progressive, agile leadership that balances autonomy with alignment and focuses the team on strong execution, milestone attainment, and results measurement and quantification.
- Supervise and mentor IT staff, including recruitment, retention, professional development, and annual performance evaluations.
- Monitor projects, initiatives, and processes to ensure alignment with both departmental and organizational goals and objectives.
- Ensure that budget is considered when prioritizing work and assignments.
- Track individual and team goals and objectives, delegate assignments, evaluate performance, and provide consistent feedback and coaching.
- Promote a collaborative, service-oriented team culture with clear communication and accountability.
- Develop and execute a strategic technology roadmap aligned with WSBA’s mission and departmental priorities.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in an IT-related field (Computer Science, Management of Information Systems, Business Administration, Computer Engineering) or related field; or combination of education and relevant experience
- Minimum 5 years of management experience and demonstrated success in IT leadership, including strategic planning, project management, managing information systems and teams, and contract negotiation.
- Experience managing complex vendor relationships
- Experience developing and implementing cybersecurity strategies
- Experience in AI, strategy, and technology with experience applying AI in operational contexts
- Experience and demonstrated success supervising, mentoring, and coaching technical and non-technical staff and performance evaluations
- Prior non-profit or government experience, particularly experience working with a board or volunteers in an association environment
- Experience creating and executing long-term IT roadmaps that align with organizational goals, anticipate future needs, and support sustainable growth
- Track record of staying current with rapidly evolving technology trends, including cloud computing, AI integration, and enterprise software advancements.
- Experience leading change management initiatives, including stakeholder engagement, training, and adoption strategies across departments with varying levels of technical expertise.
- Experience conducting risk assessments, incident response planning, and compliance with data protection regulations.
Benefits
- State of Washington Retirement system (DRS/PERS), including an optional Deferred Compensation Plan (DRS/DCP).
- Medical benefits (including Rx) through the WA Healthcare Authority, with WSBA paying a majority of the premium cost.
- 100% paid premiums for employee Dental and Vision
- Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance Plans
- Generous Paid Time Off Benefits (sick, vacation, holiday, float, emergency leave)
- Transportation incentives, *based on primary work selection requirements.
- Allowance to set up a home office, *based on a primary remote work selection.
- Free Employee Assistance Program, and National Employee Discount Program
- You will be working with a team of supportive, collaborative, creative, and dedicated colleagues driven to accomplish WSBA’s Mission
- A company culture that truly focuses on a quality work and life balance for its staff through our 4 Pillars: 1) Excellence (Mission-driven results), 2) Unity (Team-driven results), 3) Integrity (Value-driven results), and 4 JOY! (People-driven culture).
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