• Direct the operations of the Technology Group, including the management and development of direct reports.
• Develop and execute a technology business plan that supports the overarching goals of the institution.
• Identify and investigate existing as well as emerging technologies to evaluate and maintain institutional technology tools.
• Develop and maintain relationships with leaders across the institution to promote a collaborative approach to utilizing technology to help achieve institutional goals.
• Provide technical expertise in developing and maintaining digital and social media strategies in conjunction with other groups within the institution.
• Ensure the development, implementation and testing of business continuity and disaster recovery plans.
• Develop and manage technology policies and procedures.
• Champion the development and implementation of technology training and education programs.
• Develop and manage vendor relationships to ensure cost effective purchasing decisions and to recognize sponsorship opportunities with existing or potential vendors.

• Bachelor’s degree in business or technology.
• Ten years of technology experience with five years of management responsibilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others over whom you have no direct authority.
• Architect-level knowledge of infrastructure as it relates to networking, both wired and wireless, virtualized environments.
• Demonstrated experience implementing and maintaining Microsoftsolutions in an enterprise environment.
• Experience in a mixed Apple/Intel desktop environment.
• Experience managing an IAAS, Cloud-based infrastructure provided by a third party in conjunction with an in-house help desk.
• General knowledge of application development languages and tools, including .NET, SQL and HTML.
• A successful track record of leading and delivering enterprise projects on time and budget
• Familiar with audio-visual equipment architecture and products as well as with the maintenance and support of this equipment.

DESIRED

• Master’s degree in business or technology
• Experience in building a knowledge-based platform to help inform and drive business strategy.
• Experience with customer relationship management systems, financial management, animal health and accounting systems.
• Experience in managing external providers and vendors.
• Experience with Web and Social Media as both an Ecommerce and message delivery vehicle.
• Experience leading in a non-profit decision making culture.
• Demonstrable experience ensuring alignment between technology and business strategies through a technology governance approach.

If you are interested in learning more about this exceptional opportunity to work at one of Chicago’s Best Places to work, please send your resume to: jobs@sheddaquarium.org