Job Description

Role

Accountable for directing the information and data integrity of the enterprise and its groups and for all Information Technology functions of the Bank. This includes all data centers, technical services, operation production scheduling functions, help desk, communication networks (data and voice), computer program development, computer systems operations, maintaining the integrity of all electronic and optical data and records of the Bank. Provides overall management and definition of all computer and communication activities within the enterprise including responsibility for providing a leadership role in the day to day operation of the Information Technology functions as well as providing direction as the enterprise grows through internal growth and external acquisition.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Develops and directs the short and long-term IT strategic technology plans, architecture, standards, policies and procedures for IT Management and Bank-wide IT governance. Determines the Bank’s long-term systems needs and any hardware acquisitions needed to accomplish the organization’s business objectives. Member of the IT Steering Committee and provides a quarterly IT Report to the Board. Chair of the Bank’s Project Review Board.
Identify emerging information technologies to be analyzed, assimilated and integrated within the organization. Lead and implement successful strategic initiatives, selecting software and hardware, evaluating and selecting vendors ensuring compatibility and compliance with existing standards. Manages the implementation of useful technology to increase information accessibility and integrated systems management. Adapts systems through the use of existing technologies as well as develops new technologies to expand corporate technological capabilities. Involved with driving the analysis and re-engineering of existing business processes, identifying and developing the capability to use new tools, reshaping the enterprise’s physical infrastructure and network access.
Responsible for the planning forecast and oversight of the overall IT Operating Budget, IT Capital Budget and expenditures for IT.
Additional responsibilities include developing and maintaining the Bank’s Information Technology’s Enterprise Security (e.g., data, systems, network and/or web) Disaster Recovery Program, SOX Controls, Enterprise Risk Management, Incident and Crisis Management investigations and resolutions and the Enterprise wide Vendor Management Program.
Develops annual technology plan; performs research, evaluates, recommends, seeks funding, and develops capital and maintenance budgets for all aspects of LAN’s, WAN’s, and PC systems. Develops IT policies and procedures.
Supervise/manage/direct the selection, training, development appraisal and work assignments of staff.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
Must comply with current applicable laws, regulations and bank policies and procedures. Comply with all safety policies, practices and procedures. Report all unsafe activities to supervisor and/or Human Resources.

Experience

Minimum of ten years of related experience in a progressively responsible corporate management position; strong background in the Information Technology field; prior experience managing a department or functional area; excellent oral and written communication skills, outstanding work ethic demonstrated by a high energy work style, proven expertise in both business and technical facets, in-depth knowledge of current and emerging information technologies, hardware and software, data security issues, and use of social media.
Three years of experience as a senior level manager (leader of second in command) of a large multifaceted technology organization of division. Experience includes effective project management; developing and executing large-scale plans and projects; excellence in providing high-touch customer support; strong leadership and management abilities; vision; ability to establish priorities, organize work assignments and positively motivate staff and peers; ability to develop a vision and a strategic plan, as well as communicate the plan and build support for the plan, and strong operating, capital and project budget skills; ability to negotiate effectively with vendors and internal/external clients.

Education/Certifications/Licenses

Bachelor’s degree required in Information Systems, Computer Science or Software Engineering. Experience or focused education on Business Administration also desirable.

Skills

Core competencies required: Leadership/management. Excellent conceptual, organizational, analytical and problem solving skills. Information resources strategy & planning; IT performance assessment models & methods; Capitol planning & investment. IT project/program management; Acquisition policy & organization; Process/change management; Technology management and assessment; Information security and assurance; Enterprise architecture.
Ability to have a participatory and collaborative management style; have the ability to create and foster an environment of idea sharing, cross-training; be an effective communicator; and hold high ethical standards. Effective negotiation and strategic sourcing skills. Possesses relationship building skills. Ability to motivate or influence others is critical, requiring a significant level of diplomacy, influence and trust. Exceptionally accomplished and business-oriented technology professional with a record of successfully leading people, aligning processes and technology in the pursuit of strategic business outcomes.

Physical Requirement

Perform primarily sedentary work with limited physical exertion and occasional lifting of up to 20 lbs. Must be capable of climbing / descending stairs in emergency situation. Must be able to operate routine office equipment including telephone, copier, facsimile, and calculator. Must be able to routinely perform work on computer for an average of 6-8 hours per day, when necessary. Must be able to work extended hours whenever required or requested by management.

Regular in-office attendance required. Position is located in Topeka, Kansas

Mental And/or Emotional Requirements

Must be able to perform job functions independently and work effectively both on own and as part of a team. Must be able to plan and direct the work activities of self and others. Must be able to read and carry out various written instructions and follow oral instructions. Must be able to speak clearly and deliver information in a logical and understandable sequence. Must be capable of dealing calmly and professionally with numerous different personalities from diverse cultures at various levels within and outside of the organization and demonstrate highest levels of customer service and discretion when dealing with the public. Must be able to perform responsibilities with composure under the stress of deadlines / requirements for extreme accuracy and quality and/or fast pace. Must be able to effectively handle multiple, simultaneous, and changing priorities. Must be capable of exercising highest level of discretion on both internal and external confidential matters. Must be able to complete complex mathematical calculations and spell accurately.

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