Information Technology (IT) Project Management & Application Development Manager

Crystal Stairs, Inc.

Improving the Lives of Families through

Child Care Services, Research, and Advocacy

Crystal Stairs is committed to building and sustaining a diverse, fully vaccinated workforce and culture. As part of this commitment, Crystal Stairs does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of activities or operations.

Information Technology (IT) Project Management & Application Development Manager

This position is 100% onsite, no remote work.

Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19

What We're Looking For:

We are seeking an Information Technology (IT) Manager who will have the overall responsibility for Project Management and/or Application Development, and supervising IT support staff. This position organizes, directs, controls and oversees the planning, implementation and overall operation of information systems. The IT Manager will lead all technology initiatives and ensure the effective, efficient and secure operation of organizational technology, while fostering innovation in daily functions.

Project Management Responsibilities:

• Manage project progress and set deadlines, address issues that may arise during the course of a project and manage the project budget
• Develops and implements UAT for projects
• Managing resources for projects, such as computer equipment and employees
• Coordinating project team members and developing schedules and individual responsibilities
• Implementing IT strategies that deliver projects on schedule and within budget
• Prepare information for timely submission of invoices and progress reports to ensure that necessary records, files, and other materials are maintained for efficient conduct of business and audit requirements
• Manage the relationship with the client and all stakeholders
• Perform other relevant duties as assigned

Application Development Management Responsibilities:

• Manage all the activities of the software development group; searching for and identifying technological/applications solutions
• Provide guidance to team members to encourage work productivity
• Ensure that safety and security standards are met and appropriate procedures and processes are followed when it comes to software development
• Vet products and vendors according to CSI standards and analyzes software requirements
• Overseeing and coordinating the people, resources and processes required to deliver new software or upgrade existing products
• Review and coordinate with the Project Management team, proposed software solutions to ensure it meets the agency's goals of minimizing redundancy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES YOU SHOULD POSSESS:

• Bachelor's degree in computer sciences, MIS or related field required, Masters Degree preferred; extensive technical and supervisory experience may be substituted for degree. Project Management certification preferred.
• Seven years experience managing and/or directing technological and support operations. Ten years experience working in the Information Technology industry with experience in strategic technology planning, execution and policy development.
• Must have seven years verifiable experience as a manager of technical and non-technical teams. Requires extensive experience in all facets of project planning, implementation, and evaluation in a team-centered work environment. Extensive experience in Windows network administration.

Total Package of Benefits

• Medical/ Dental/ Vision - 95% Agency Paid
• 401k Matching Options
• Flex Spending
• Pre-paid Legal Services
• Sick and Vacation Time
• Paid Holidays and Winter Break
• Opportunity for Growth and Development
• Robust Learning Management System offering the following continuing education units: PDC, HRCI, CEU, CPE, PDU, SHRM

Crystal Stairs, Inc. is committed to building and sustaining a fully vaccinated, diverse workforce and culture. As part of this commitment, Crystal Stairs, Inc. provides equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation, to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, medical condition as defined by state law, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, ethnic group identification, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other legally protected status.

Additional Requirements: Must be fully vaccinated and remain fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Per the CDC, fully vaccinated means at least 2 weeks after (1) a second dose in a 2-dose series, or (2) a single-dose vaccine, and this status and definition applies to COVID-19 vaccines currently authorized for emergency use or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

For more information about Crystal Stairs, please visit our website at: www.crystalstairs.org