Dir - IT Applications

Essential Functions:

• Oversee the support, integration, training, and improvement of business applications technology.
• Provide direction and leadership in the review of current IT application systems and methods in the evaluation of new and revised systems, ensuring appropriate fit and integration with existing technologies.
• Inform and advise customers on information system technology functionality, cost, benefits and implementation requirements using a consultative approach that focuses on business processes, information requirements and return on investment/value proposition.
• Develops and oversees a comprehensive data strategy with associated capabilities to serve current and anticipated business and information needs.
• Manage assigned staff through the creation of a supportive work environment that enables employees to develop professionally, promotes teamwork and collaboration and emphasizes quality, customer satisfaction, creativity and cost effectiveness.
• Responsible for recruitment /hiring, supervision, disciplinary actions, recognition, salary administration, performance appraisals and terminations.
• Develop and train staff to ensure high skill levels and technical competence.
• Lead activities related to developing and strengthening relationships with strategic vendors.
• Participate in request for proposals and evaluations of vendor services.

Secondary Responsibilities:

• Participate in strategic system planning sessions.
• Manage department budget and forecasts.
• Develop and maintain technical and project documentation.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education - Bachelor degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, Engineering or other related discipline.

Professional Experience -

• Twelve years of experience in the development, implementation, and maintenance of large-scale systems, preferable across multiple hardware and software platforms.
• 7 years of experience in managing multiple direct reports.

Computer Skills -

• PC proficiency to include (but not limited to) Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• Expertise with SQL Server, SQL Server Reporting and Analysis Services, and Power BI. Strong understanding of software infrastructure and troubleshooting techniques, including C#, .Net, and javascript frameworks. Expertise with Yardi Voyager preferred.

Other Requirements -

• Experience in and knowledge of computing architectures.
• Experience with systems analysis.
• Skill in budget preparation and fiscal management.
• Demonstrated ability to think and lead strategically.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to frame problems and solutions quickly and concisely.
• Ability to accomplish objectives through influence and persuasion.
• Excellent customer service skills and attention to detail.
• Strong organization and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and problem solve.
• Experience in the REIT industry preferred.
• Experience leading system implementation, including business process and change management.
• Experience leading system integration efforts, including data transfer, file transfer, and API technologies.
• Experience leading data conversion efforts.
• Experience leading business process improvement efforts, especially mapping new and existing technologies for process automation.