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Job Details:

The Associate Director, Information Technology offers increased strategic responsibilities and broader organizational impact, requiring a blend of technical expertise, leadership acumen, and business insight. Associate Directors play a crucial role in shaping IT strategy, overseeing complex initiatives, and aligning technological capabilities with organizational goals. They are instrumental in driving innovation, managing cross-functional teams, and translating executive vision into actionable plans, thus significantly contributing to the company\'s technological advancement and competitive edge in the digital landscape.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Leadership Development: Develop leadership skills within the team by mentoring senior product managers and fostering leadership growth
• Technical Strategy Development: Create and advocate for strategies that advance the organization\'s technological capabilities and objectives
• Cross-Functional Influence: Increase influence over cross-functional initiatives and large-scale projects, driving alignment across departments
• Collaborating with IT Directors: Work closely with IT directors to develop and implement department-wide strategies that support organizational goals
• Strategic Road Mapping: Create and maintain long-term product roadmaps, ensuring they align with the company\'s overarching strategy and vision
• Operational Strategy: Develop, maintain, and communicate IT operational processes and standards to ensure efficient and consistent practices
• Operational Excellence: Develop and maintain IT operational processes and standards, lead innovation initiatives to address complex business challenges, and implement advanced data analytics to drive operational strategy and decision-making
• Innovation in Data Practices: Drive innovation by leveraging cutting-edge technologies and methodologies to address complex business challenges
• Performance Management: Optimize the use of the enterprise-wide performance management system within IT departments, establishing department-specific performance metrics, fostering a culture of continuous feedback, and ensuring performance management practices drive excellence and align with broader organizational goals
• Resource Allocation: Efficiently allocate resources across IT operations and projects to maximize impact and optimize outcomes
• Budget Management: Oversee and manage the budget for the IT operations program, ensuring effective and efficient use of resources
• High-Level Decision Making: Participate in high-level decision-making processes alongside senior leadership to influence key business outcomes
• IT Strategy Alignment: Develop and implement IT strategies aligning with broader business objectives, ensuring IT drives organizational success
• Leadership of IT Departments: Lead multiple IT departments, ensuring effective coordination and collaboration across all teams to achieve business goals
• Innovation and Digital Transformation: Drive innovation and lead digital transformation initiatives to enhance technological capabilities and business performance
• IT Policies and Standards: Oversee the development and implementation of IT policies and standards, ensuring compliance and best practices across the organization
• Team Member Support and Empowerment: Actively support team members by identifying and creating opportunities for skill development, cross-functional exposure, and career advancement, ensuring their success and alignment with organizational goals
• Vendor and Partner Relationships: Manage relationships with key technology partners and vendors to ensure optimal service delivery and strategic alignment
• Mentorship and Guidance: Provide mentorship and guidance to IT managers and senior managers, fostering professional development and technical excellence within the team
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned, which align with our organization\'s vision, mission, and values and fall within your scope of practice

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor\'s degree, preferably in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a significant amount of relevant experience.

Preferred Certification(s): Any relevant IT Certification.

Experience: 7+ years of relevant and progressive experience, preferably in IT management or a related role, with a proven ability to lead and motivate teams.

Special Skills:

Strategic Thinking: Apply strategic thinking to analyze complex situations and develop actionable plans that align with business objectives

Change Management: Lead and manage change initiatives, ensuring smooth transitions and effective adaptation to new processes, technologies, or organizational shifts

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