Director Of Information Technology Hospitality Jobs

University degree in a field related to the management of information technology, or equivalent post-secondary education and related experience.

Minimum of 5 years of experience in the area of information technology and systems at the management level.

Asset: Project management certification (PMP)

Problem-solving, negotiation and decision-making skills to influence management, as well as internal and external partners.

Experience in strategic planning, budgeting, and resource management.

Lead the end-to-end process of IT enhancements, upgrades, and major projects, including external resource management, while establishing and improving technology delivery.

Experience with PMI methodology and best practices (Project Management Professional (PMP®) certification is an asset).

Experience in client relationship management and guiding customers in setting and meeting goals.

Strategic vendor management experience with managed service providers including governance, RFx processes, and supplier negotiations.

Ability to partner with key stakeholders i.e. business partners across core business services, HR, finance, etc.

Experience with setting, measuring, and reporting on program success metrics.

Experience in applying a process improvement mind-set and methodology to effectively solve complex business problems and effectively mitigate operational risk.

Exceptional capabilities in leadership, communication, and stakeholder management

Preferred certifications in project management and ITIL

Maintain consistent communication with senior management and stakeholders, sharing project progress

Efficiently manage a technical team, aligning their tasks with growth goals

Over a decade of experience overseeing IT/OT-ICS projects

Skillful at balancing strategic priorities, risk assessment, and investment decisions

Knowledge of contracting, negotiating, and change management.

Project management experience; ability to simultaneously manage several projects.

Continuously review the technology landscape to identify opportunities for enhancing operations, service offerings, and customer experiences.

Responsible for IT governance, risk management, compliance, and data security.

Remain current and knowledgeable on technology trends and landscape to enable continued success and strength of the IT department.

Recruit, train, and manage performance for members of the IT team.

PROVEN experience with application projects (upgrades, implementations, business cases, research, support, requirements gathering, vendor selection/management, deployment, architecture, ERP, BI, etc)

Strong experience in progressive IT positions – current IT environment management experience – both infrastructure and Applications

Vendor management and project delivery track record (on time, delivering on promises/expectations)

Candidates with M&A experience will be given preference

Strong leadership experience (midsize teams)

PROVEN current hands-on experience with managing IT Infrastructure, cybersecurity, BCP/DR, O365, cloud, etc

 Project management expert to ensure smooth system, product and IT expansion and change implementation

 Excellent knowledge or computer assets, systems, and production-related ERP systems.

 Effective oral and written communication skills.

 Must be able to gather and analyze information skillfully and present at an executive level.

 5+ years leadership experience managing a team of Information Technology professionals at a corporate level.

In your capacity as Director, Information Technology you will be responsible for:

A minimum of three years of experience in a management role and five years of experience in a related industry.

Demonstrated project management skills, including the ability to delegate, set expectations, and monitor progress.

Assist senior management in developing and executing IT strategic and tactical plans.

Manage IT-related projects, ensuring clear capture of business requirements, provision of functional deliverables, milestone planning, and post-mortem reporting.

Create status reports and present findings to senior management, conveying the impact of IT initiatives on organizational goals.

Plan, develop, and manage all IT services, programs, and support across the organization.

Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management or equivalent plus 5 years related hotel experience in a senior management role.

A willingness to learn and develop skills with on-the-job management training.

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, And Other Qualities

Provide guidance and mentoring to Lodge Management to elevate business practices.

Assist Lodge and Area Management with implementing CMH and Alterra hospitality-related initiatives at the lodges.

Work collaboratively with Area Management to align Operational and Hospitality goals.

Manage, mentor, and coach development teams, ensuring their growth and success.

Maintain clear communication and manage expectations throughout the development process.

Emphasize clean code practices and enhanced user experiences.

Facilitate knowledge sharing and maintain performance metrics.

Ensure comprehensive documentation and facilitate knowledge sharing.

Proven experience in operational excellence within application development teams.

5 to 8 years of relevant IT experience in a mid-to-senior management role.

A PMP certification is preferred; furthermore, an MBA would be an asset.

Strong oral and written communication skills.

Strong technical knowledge of computer applications: SAP, Intergraph, Oracle Database, Webtools (.net), JD Edwards, and Mobile Apps.

The qualified Director we seek must be able to meet the following requirements:

Successful completion of a Computer Science, Engineering or Business degree from a recognized university.

Experience with systems design and development from business requirements analysis through to daily management

Considerable knowledge of business theory, business processes, management, budgeting, and business office operations.

Perform any other duties as assigned by the management

Certification or considerable knowledge in PCI & privacy compliance

Excellent understanding of project management principles

Experience in virtualized IT environment ( VMware) required Education

5 to 8 years of relevant IT experience in a mid-to-senior management role.

Managing the Project Management Office and/or application support group, including internal and external London Hydro staff.

A PMP certification is preferred; furthermore, an MBA would be an asset.

Strong oral and written communication skills.

Strong technical knowledge of computer applications: SAP, Intergraph, Oracle Database, Webtools (.net), JD Edwards, and Mobile Apps.

Key duties and responsibilities of the Director role will include:

Proven experience in IT planning and project management.

Demonstrated leadership and management abilities. Ability to effectively lead and manage a diverse team.

Current with new technologies and committed to continually upgrade and develop information technology skills and knowledge.

Develops and manages the district’s Information Technology budget, ensuring budget allocations and expenditures support the strategic goals approved by the Board.

Previous experience with integrating new technologies and methodologies into a large organization, preferably within a unionized environment.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders.

• Proven experience in IT planning and project management.

• Demonstrated leadership and management abilities. Ability to effectively lead and manage a diverse team.

• Current with new technologies and committed to continually upgrade and develop information technology skills and knowledge.

School District No. 67 (Okanagan Skaha) – Director of Information Technology

• Develops and implements Information Technology related policies and procedures.

• Responsible for network security to protect the district’s data, tools, and information.

Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, related field, or equivalent experience/education

Manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts for hardware, software, and services

Collaborate with other departments to identify and implement technology solutions that improve business processes and enhance customer experience

Strong technical knowledge of hardware (cloud and on-prem), software, network

Experience managing a team of IT professionals and collaborating with other departments