IT Vendor Relationship Director jobs in Sacramento, CA

Director of I.T.

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• United Auburn Indian Community (UAIC) has an opening for a Director of

• We are a federally recognized Native American tribe, dedicated to improving the

• UAIC allows employees to be innovative and forward-thinking while working in

• We provide 100% employer paid Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits for you and

• We contribute to your retirement account starting at 4%, whether or not you

contribute yourself.

• Work/life balance is valued by UAIC - We provide fifteen (15) paid holidays

• Complimentary, on-site lunch provided.

• The starting annual salary for the position $173,680.00.
• Please visit https://www.auburnrancheria.com/careers/ to apply
  

Position Summary

The Director of Information Technology works under the Tribal Administrator’s

supervision and is responsible for planning, organizing, and executing IT functions for

the UAIC Tribal government. This includes directing IT operations, supporting, and

maintaining existing applications, and developing new technical solutions. Tact, sound

judgment, professionalism, and ability to maintain confidentiality are routine

requirements in communicating internally and externally.

Job Functions

Essential Functions

• Analyzes complex business and governmental needs and recommends technical

• Directs implementation and execution of new and upgraded information systems

• Leads and coordinates selection, installation, operation, support, and

• Ensures the consistency and maintainability of existing applications by creating,

• Recommends and plans technology solutions to support and meet UAIC’s

• Evaluates and implements IT procedures and equipment for maximum efficiency

• Acquires cost-justified IT components, as measured by performance, support

• Protects UAIC and its operations against IT risks, including unauthorized access

• Produces detailed timeline for each application release and implements effective

• Maintains UAIC’s security and surveillance systems to ensure maximum

• Directs and prioritizes the workload of subordinate personnel.

• Reviews all designs, code, and unit test plans where applicable.

• Participates on all hardware and software evaluations and maintains vendor

contracts.

• Represents the IT function at Tribal Council meetings when appropriate.

• Directs education programs for IT staff.

• Performs liaison duties between users, operations, and IT personnel in the areas

• Communicates changes in IT policies and procedures and ensures proper

• Ensures users receive professional, courteous, and timely support and service.

• Stays abreast of industry trends and regulations to ensure system and

• Develops and maintains a Company Disaster Recovery Plan.

• Develops/selects and conducts user training on an as-needed basis.

• Maintains the departmental budget according to policies, including ongoing

• Provides leadership, motivation, and guidance to all IT staff members.

• Participates on committees and special projects as appropriate.
  

Non-essential Functions

• Participates on committees and special projects and seeks additional

• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge

• The incumbent must be proficient in all of the following IT competencies:

o Extensive application system development, methodologies and
implementation; applications include: Salesforce, SharePoint, GP,
document management, workflow applications, SQL reporting, security
auditing and asset management applications

o Technical skills and experience: switches, routers, firewalls, AWS, Azure,
e-mail (Exchange), Windows Server/Hyper-V, Microsoft SQL Server,
Exchange, backups, desktop and laptop support, communication
technologies (DSL, fiber, wireless bridges, T1/SIP), phone systems, mobile
devices, virus protection, patch management, desktop policy enforcement,
change control, VPN/remote terminal access, wireless network, asset

management, audio visual equipment, teleconferencing equipment, cell
repeaters, security/alarm systems, video monitoring systems, badge and
site access systems

o Problem analysis and problem resolution at both a strategic and functional
level

o Leadership and sustainability
o Critical Evaluation
o Business Acumen

Skills

• Excellent leadership skills, including goal setting, motivating, and teambuilding.

• Strong organizational and project management skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Well-organized, able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Effective presentation skills.

• Active listening skills.

• Acute attention to detail.

• Excellent time management skills with the ability to set and meet deadlines.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Principles and practices of effective management, supervision and evaluation of

operations and related services.

Abilities

• Ability to communicate tactfully and effectively in both oral and written form.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle highly sensitive and confidential

• Ability to handle and prioritize tasks and projects in a high-stress environment

• Ability to work comfortably and professionally with a diverse community, staff,

• Ability to consistently exercise independent judgment while interacting with co-

• Ability to utilize technology to improve work efficiency.

• Ability to follow directions, as well as to work independently when necessary.

• Ability to successfully develop, control and monitor multiple programs’ budgets

• Ability to interpret and apply UAIC policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.

• Ability to supervise, train and evaluate assigned personnel.

• Ability to work with various and diverse groups in a tactful and effective manner.

• Ability to clear all necessary background checks.

Minimum requirements

• Eight plus years of recent experience in a comparable responsible position

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field
  

Preferred qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Information Systems Management or a related field