Director of Information Technology

Director of IT for a Chicago-based retail brand. Supervisory Responsibilities Oversees project and assignments within the Information Technology department Leads efficient operation of the team so that prompt modernization and upgrades of IS are performed as needed Manages a team of associates with varying levels of experience Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and effective Job Responsibilities: Collaborates with the members of the executive team to identify ways IT can assist the company in achieving business and financial goals Identifies new Technologies; anticipates resulting organizational modifications Ensures information security, minimizes risk, and protects company’s and customers privacy Ensures that IT and network infrastructure adequately support the company’s computing, data processing and communication needs Develops and implements the IT budget Communicating goals, projects, timelines of the company to the department plans ways to execute those goals within the department Establishes long-term IT needs and plans and develops strategies for developing systems and acquiring software and hardware necessary to meet those needs. Assists as top-level contact for end users in determining IT requirements and/or solutions Ensures compliance with government regulations that apply to systems operations Performs other related duties as assigned Job Requirements: At least 10 years of experience in administration of information systems and technology, with increasing levels of responsibility throughout Experience in a retail environment is preferred. Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Computer Science, or information Technology, Master’s preferred Excellent ability to conceptualize long term business goals and develops orderly processes to accomplish Thorough understanding of information technology and systems Excellent Managerial skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Offers Compensation based on experience $150,000-$180,000 Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K & more We are an equal opportunity