We are searching for an Information Technology Manager.  This opportunity is for a national nonprofit organization seeking a passionate, technology oriented professional.  The selected candidate will lead the organization’s information technology efforts.  The IT Manager will serve a pivotal function in enabling the organization to scale its efforts and improve the efficiency and ease-of-use in regards to operations. This position will be based out of St. Louis and will report to the Vice President of Finance and Operations.

Responsibilities Include:

• Lead and oversee the Information Technology Vision, including the long-term strategic plans that allow for the organization to scale its programmatic, fundraising, and operational efforts
• Lead all Salesforce database administration and planning efforts, including user administration as well as long-term automation and system integration efforts
• Provide general office desktop and technical support (in St. Louis and in regional offices)
• Manage external contractors/consultants in technical projects
• Develop and manage organizational informational technology budgets
• Implement new systems and technologies that synchronize all functions and geographies; train staff to use new systems and technologies
• Provide email management for team
• Ensure optimal data integrity and security

Requirements:

•  “Systems Engineer” mentality; ability to understand organizational objectives and map IT needs and workflows to achieve desired objectives
• A true “self-starter”; demonstrated ability to take initiative and work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills; able to communicate effectively and persuasively to a variety of internal and external constituencies (both technical and non-technical)
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail; able to manage multiple projects and meet concurrent deadlines
• Outstanding team player; able to gain trust and respect of colleagues and actively empower them to achieve organizational objectives
• Experience leading projects with IT consultants and contractors
• Experience in implementing new technologies and systems and training staff with limited technical training
• Data management experience
• Ability to learn quickly, be flexible and take an optimistic approach to work
• Mature, professional demeanor
• Commitment to continued professional growth
• Commitment to the mission of empowering veterans to serve again here at home; close experience with veterans is a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience

Desired Technical Skills:

• Expertise with database management and systems automation – Salesforce experience strongly desired
• Proficiency with LAN/WAN, Server Management
• Proficiency with Visual Force
• Proficiency with Apex programming language
• Proficiency with website development and HTML
• Cloud computing experience