IT Director Job in Ashland 97520, Oregon Us
Director of Information Technology Services
The Oregon Shakespeare Festival (OSF) seeks a dynamic, business minded, Director of Information Technology Services (ITS). The ideal candidate will have a passion for the performing arts while also possessing strong analytical, engineering, leadership and communications skills and the ability to think strategically. The Oregon Shakespeare Festival is located in Ashland in southern Oregon’s Rogue Valley region, produces eleven plays in an 8½ month season each year, has 600 employees and a budget of $30 Million. OSF is regarded as one of the national leaders in the area of theatre technology innovation.
Major areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to managing information systems and computing resources for the entire organization while recognizing new developments in information systems technology; identifying long-term needs for information services in order to create a reliable infrastructure that demonstrates value to our company members; ensuring confidentiality and reliability of company data, proprietary information and intellectual property; serving as a liaison between upper management, users and technology staff; supervising ITS employees; budget preparation and management; and developing guidelines, standards and procedures. The Director of Information Technology Services is responsible for both strategic planning of ITS and technical implementation. The person in this position plays a key role in helping the organization achieve its artistic, revenue, and contributed income goals through collaboration with staff and support of technology in these areas. For a complete job description, please visit www.osfashland.org/about/work .
A bachelor's degree is required, preferably in the field of computer science or related field. Seven years of management experience in a complex technology environment is required as well as demonstrated ability to successfully manage a team of information technology staff that performs in a fast-paced support and development environment (additional work experience may be considered in lieu of the education requirement). Broad base of technical knowledge in IT systems and emerging technology trends and issues is required and experience in an arts and/or entertainment industry environment would be a huge plus. Collaborative skills to work effectively with artists, staff and senior management in areas other than technology to develop and implement appropriate uses of technology are necessary. Expert knowledge of TCP/IP WANs and LANs, SharePoint, desktop support systems, MS Exchange, VMware servers, SANs, firewalls, remote access VPNs, PBX systems and other popular business applications is necessary. Experience with theatre, museum, entertainment and/or arts -specific software packages, such as Tessitura, BlackBaud, Artifax and T-Stats is a plus. The desire to work in a non-profit, arts environment is a desirable characteristic in the ideal candidate.
Salary is competitive with excellent benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance; vacation; and a matching retirement program.
At OSF we believe that diverse ideas, cultures and traditions reflect the broad diversity of the nation and enrich our insights into the work we present on stage. We are committed to diversity in all areas of our work. Women and people of color are encouraged to apply.
If you wish to apply for this position, please read carefully the following application instructions. In a single e-mail, please send by or before December 15, 2011 a) cover letter addressing your qualifications for the position, and b) résumé to humanresources@osfashland.org . Finalists will be required to provide a list of references. All documents must be in Word or PDF format. No phone calls please. In order to avoid spam and scams, we suggest that you type in the subject line of your email the following information: Director of ITS: Your Last Name, Your First Name (source from where you learn about this position).
Example: Director of ITS: Capulet, Juliet (OSF website)