Description:
The IT Director will provide leadership and management of the IT department to deliver technical solutions that support the Witte Museum goals and serve a broad range of needs. The IT Director is responsible for the organization's information systems function including information systems design and development, systems planning, programming, operations, networks, data warehousing, architecture, data processing, data security, systems support, and/or analysis. The IT Director will coordinate, facilitate, and consult with various departments on information systems, communications, and other initiatives. The IT Director ensures the network is current with systems standards. The IT Director will lead the organization's efforts migrating to Cloud technology. The IT Director will supervise the IT Manager.
Responsibilities:
• Manage the design, development, upgrade, implementation, testing, or maintenance of the organization's technology infrastructure (databases, software, networks, systems, telecommunication, etc.)
• Evaluate and assess new technology projects based upon size, complexity, and time frame
• Implement new technologies to increase efficiency or improve performance
• Manage contracts and agreements with Internet Service Providers, equipment vendors and suppliers
• Responsible for making decisions on the procurement of all IT equipment
• Develop and maintain annual plan and department budgets to include personnel and operation expenses
• Oversee troubleshooting, system backups and disaster recovery
• Oversee administration of telephone systems
• Responsible for research and evaluation of new technologies
• Performs other duties as assigned
Education:
• Required: Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science or a related field
* Preferred: Master's Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science or a related field
Experience & Skills:
• Minimum of five years of experience in the Information and Communications Technology field and at least one year of leadership responsibility
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7/8 including the command prompt, registry, and scripting
• Solid understanding of network security including NTFS permissions, Group Policies, WAP, WEP, and advance Firewall management
• Extensive experience in installing, maintaining and upgrading Windows Server domain controllers
• Experience in installing and maintaining RAID systems
• Experience in setting up and maintaining Cisco routers
• Advanced knowledge of setting up and troubleshooting TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, SNMP, POP3, NAT, etc.
• Strong knowledge of computer networking, database and web-application technologies and other concepts
• Good knowledge of Mac OS
• Knowledge of Audio – visual systems
• Experience working with outside vendors and consultants
• Must possess strong oral and written communication skills
• Able to communicate technical concepts to staff in a non-technical environment
• Willingness to learn and assist with any high priority projects through completion
• Work effectively in a team environment
• Ability to consistently meet deadlines
• Preferred Certifications: A+, Network+, Security+ or any Comp TIA Certifications
• Preferred Certifications: MCSE, MCSA, or MCP certificate
• Preferred experience in Cloud Computing
Physical Requirements:
• Good physical condition and able to safely lift up to 30 lbs.
• Ability to lift and carry items while walking, and climbing stairs
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time
• Must be able to work flexible hours including after hours and some weekends if necessary
Application Instructions:
Resumes and cover letter should be emailed to: humanresources@wittemuseum.org
Closing date: August 23, 2013
This position is benefits eligible.
The Witte Museum is an equal opportunity employer.
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