Information Technology Manager
Information Technology Manager
Posted on :
23-06-2025
Employer Active
1 Vacancy
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via emailValid email field required
Send jobs
Share
Send me jobs like this
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via emailValid email field required
Send jobs
Yearly Salary
$ 77141 - 115713
Vacancy
1 Vacancy
Posted on :
23-06-2025
Job Description
Job Description
- Position Open Until FilledThe Community
Headquartered in Olympia Washington the Port of Olympia serves all of Thurston County community as an economic engine a strong community partner and a responsible environmental steward. Olympia is home to a wide variety of industries including state government health care retail military education construction farming fishing and logging and has an active arts community.
The region has a wide array of public parks and nature conservation areas. Majestic Mount Rainier and the rugged Cascade Mountains are nearby to the east while the Pacific Coast is just an hours drive to the west. Located on Budd Inlet the southernmost point of Puget Sound the area offers significant opportunities for a diversity of water enthusiasts.
The Organization
Established in 1922 the Port serves the community by promoting trade supporting family-wage jobs and improving the environment. Today more than 5000 jobs and nearly $715.5 million in economic activity in Thurston County depend on the Port of Olympia. The Port of Olympia is governed by an elected Commission which sets policies and strategic direction for the organization. The Commission appoints the Ports Executive Director who is responsible for the ongoing management of the Ports staff operations budget enterprises and facilities. The Port of Olympia operates with 49 FTEs across multiple departments and four business units which include:- Marine Terminal
- Airport
- Swantown Marina and Boatworks
- Real Estate
The Position
This position provides Information Technology (IT) services that support the operations of the Ports business and administrative units. This position is the primary liaison with the vendor providing IT help desk equipment and networking support. Additionally the IT Manager bridges the gap between the Ports full IT book of work and the vendors scope of work limitations. The IT Manager will be responsible for visioning and drafting the long-range IT strategic plan enabling the Port to continue to build and upgrade its infrastructure as technology and threats change. This position interacts with all levels of the organization the commission and a wide range of vendors which requires a high level of discretion and independent judgment.
This position is expected to be an onsite position at the Port Administration Office. Examples of Duties
The essential duties and responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to the following:
- Draft lead and maintain the IT Strategic Plan.
- Maintain a rolling 5-year plan and brief the Directors Team quarterly on the status.
- Create and maintain a life cycle program for all IT equipment as defined in the IT Strategic Plan.
- Maintain the vision for ensuring the Ports IT systems keep up with new technologies and network threats.
- Manage the IT Support Services contract for help desk and support services.
- Collaborate with the Director of Enterprise Services in the creation of an annual IT Capital and Operating Budget and manage the budget once adopted.
- Serve as the main point of contact and administrator for:
- Laserfiche electronic content management system
- Mobile device management system
- Crexendo VOIC phone system
- Dynamics 365 system
- Adobe products; and
- Cellular phone management.
- Establish an IT Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) for the Port that addresses threats to the network and infrastructure and identifies recovery plans.
- Maintain a consolidated Port application and subscription list and centralize the management of licenses.
- Establish and oversee a basic IT governance process.
- Convene and facilitate the IT Team (work group) meetings for the identification of specific needs of the business units.
- Install equipment and integrate IT related equipment that is outside of the service support vendors contract scope.
- In coordination with the IT Service Support vendor set up employee workstations troubleshoot equipment issues and provide technical support as needed.
- Provide technical support when needed to troubleshoot issues that arise during commission meetings.
- Coordinate IT equipment turn-in with the Port Surplus Officer.
- Draft lead and maintain the IT Strategic Plan.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications (Experience / Education)
- Bachelors degree in information technology management of information systems or related field plus two years of professional experience in IT management; OR an equivalent education/experience of in IT management totaling six plus years.
Experience or familiarity with:
- Knowledge of IT best practices policies and regulations.
- A clear understanding of client/server technology and network architecture.
- IT infrastructure life cycle replacement planning.
- Both short and long-term budgeting (1-5 years).
- IT strategic planning and implementation.
- Help desk ticketing and remedy systems (technical support).
- Contract and vendor management.
- Application management for both fixed and mobile assets.
- Troubleshooting strategies.
- Continuity of Operations Plans (COOP).
- Providing briefings to senior management.
Required Knowledge / Skills / AbilitiesTechnical Skills: A strong understanding of IT infrastructure security data management and software development is essential.Leadership Skills: Ability to lead teams outside of a direct reporting role mentor staff and influence organizational direction.Communication Skills: Customer service and interpersonal skills - Effective communication with both technical and non-technical stakeholders is crucial.Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to address conflicts manage risks and make strategic decisions.Project Management Skills: Proficiency in managing projects including organization planning time management and prioritizationSupplemental Information
- The Port of Olympia is committed to providing equal employment opportunity and equal access in a non-discriminatory manner to its programs and services for all persons without regard to race creed color marital status gender sexual orientation religion age national origin political affiliation honorably discharged veteran or military status or the presence of any real or perceived sensory mental or physical disability.
Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or for an alternative format may contact the Human Resources Manager Tracy Aga at or. Persons of disability or those who are deaf or hard of hearing can call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or. The Port of Olympia complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements of the Federal Form I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form on the first day of employment.
Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process including the completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screening in compliance with the Ports Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace policy.
Compensation and Benefits
$77141 - $115713
Medical prescription vision and dental insurance with no out-of-pocket employee premiums and full coverage for employee spouse and all eligible dependents.
Life and AD&D insurance with a maximum of $100000.
12 paid holidays.
Earned vacation and sick leave
Bereavement leave
Educational assistance
Long-term disability insurance with optional additional coverage paid by the employee.
Washington State Retirement System
Wellness fringe benefit
Optional AFLAC
Optional Ameriflex FSA.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
Key Skills
Report This Job
Disclaimer: Drjobpro.com is only a platform that connects job seekers and employers. Applicants are advised to conduct their own independent research into the credentials of the prospective employer.We always make certain that our clients do not endorse any request for money payments, thus we advise against sharing any personal or bank-related information with any third party. If you suspect fraud or malpractice, please contact us via contact us page.
