IT Director

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Great Place to Work® Most Loved Workplace® Forbes Best-in-State Employer IT Director PRIMARY PURPOSE: To lead the selection, enhancement and support of IT application solutions including packaged and custom developed solutions; to provide administrative guidance and controls ensuring availability and productivity; to provide strategic planning; to assure security and integrity of data systems; and to manage vendors and evaluate third party and internally developed products and applications. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES + Directs the evaluation, selection and implementation/support of off the shelf and custom developed software solutions to meet business needs. + Oversee the strategic evaluation, design and deployment of the software applications and systemsas an integrated corporate resource. + Works with Implementation and strategic planning colleagues to support efficient technology for internal and customer use; serves as a senior management liaison with other departments within and beyond the Systems and Technology division. + Provides technology vision and leadership for developing and implementing off the shelf and custom Software Development initiatives improving cost effectiveness, service quality and business development in a constantly changing environment; supervises and provides input for cost-benefit analysis and prioritization change requests. + Develops, coordinates, guides and maintainsstrategic and tactical plans in support of the overall corporate strategy; defines a vision for meeting current and future system needs, while ensuring alignment and integration of solutions with the overall vision, mission, and values of the enterprise. + Oversees budgeting, staffing, colleague development and vendor management. + Responsible for research and development of new technologies, methodologies, product design and deployment; maintains current technology and methodologies. + Evaluates industry studies and business development support. + Assures the confidentiality, privacy and all reasonable restriction of access to corporate or customer data through policy, procedure and regular review. + Manages technology colleagues, including answering questions, setting priorities, establishing goals and objectives, and meeting deadlines. ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES + Performs other duties as assigned. + Supports the organization's quality program(s). SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES + Administers company personnel policies in all areas and follows company staffing standards and training recommendations. + Interviews, hires and establishes colleague performance development plans; conducts colleague performance discussions. + Provides support, guidance, leadership and motivation to promote maximum performance. + Plans for staffing needs including succession, bench-strength, and new business. QUALIFICATIONS Education & Licensing Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required. Major in Information Systems or Management preferred. Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Information Systems or Management preferred. Experience Ten (10) years of systems and development experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required to include six (6) years supervisory or project management experience. Skills & Knowledge + Thorough knowledge of IT Systems, infrastructure, cloud computing, security and emerging technologies + Experience with Deltek applications and systems highly desirable + Excellent project management skills + Excellent oral and written communication, including presentation skills + PC literate, including Microsoft Office products + Leadership/management/motivational skills + Analytical and interpretive skills + Strong organizational skills + Excellent interpersonal skills + Excellent negotiation skills + Ability to work in a team environment + Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies WORK ENVIRONMENT When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations. Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines Physical: Computer keyboarding, travel as required Auditory/Visual: Hearing, vision and talking NOTE **:** Credit security clearance, confirmed via a background credit check, is required for this position. The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time. Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. **If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.** **Sedgwick is the world's leading risk and claims administration partner, which helps clients thrive by navigating the unexpected. The company's expertise, combined with the most advanced AI-enabled technology available, sets the standard for solutions in claims administration, loss adjusting, benefits administration, and product recall. With over 33,000 colleagues and 10,000 clients across 80 countries, Sedgwick provides unmatched perspective, caring that counts, and solutions for the rapidly changing and complex risk landscape. 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