Information Systems Director

AFSCME MN Council 5 is currently seeking applicants for the position of Information Systems Director. This position is full-time and shall be based out of the South St. Paul Office. A brief description and qualifications for the position are shown below.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• Responsible for IT/Data, Support Staff and Member Action Center Departments.
• Manage 6 direct reports.
  • IT Network Administrator (1), Data Specialist (1), Member Action Center Staff (2), Support Staff (2)
• Oversee all programs including Membership Database, Accounting, etc.
• Work closely with Data Specialist to manage our UnionWare database.
• Manage IT Department, which includes IT Network Admin, full network/computer/VOIP Phone systems.
  • The IT Department supports approx. 60 employees and 8 servers.
• Maintain confidentiality of privileged information.
• Participates in planning and designing technologies to meet the growing needs of the organization.
• Responsible for working with Finance Director on IT Budget.
• Serve as consultant on various internal processes and procedures.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to communicate well with internal and external contacts.
• Other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications:

• Must have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in Information Technology/Systems, 3 years database management and 3 years in a supervisory position.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality of privileged information.
• Ability to understand current system, listen and recommend options for the needs of the organization.
• Active Directory Experience required as well as experience in network administration.
• Must be proficient in MS Office Suite/O365
• Must have advanced experience in Excel.
• Detailed oriented with the ability to plan, set priorities, and adapt to rapidly changing situations while meeting commitments in a timely manner and staying focused under pressure.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with attention to detail and follow-through, and to deliver high quality accurate results/products.
• Experience working effectively in a team environment, communicating effectively, resolving issues efficiently, and contributing to the improvement of the infrastructure.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills, successful in working both independently and in a team environment.
• Adhere to all corporate policies and procedures.

Benefits:

Council 5 has a very robust employer paid benefit package that includes in part: Excellent Health Insurance, Dental, Life, Defined Benefit Pension, Vacation and Sick Leave, Floating and National holidays as well as 12 weeks Parental Leave. Optional Employee paid benefits include in part: 401K, FSA and supplemental Life.

TO APPLY: Send cover letter, resume and references to Liza Allen, Executive Administrative Assistant at:

▪ AFSCME MN Council 5, 300 Hardman Avenue South, South St. Paul, MN 55075

▪ Fax: 651-455-1311

▪ Email: Liza.Allen@afscmemn.org (No phone calls please)

DEADLINE: The posting for this position will close Monday, April 8, 2024 at 4:00 PM.

AFSCME MN Council 5 is an equal opportunity employer