Director, Network Services

Company: LRES Corporation
Location: Chicago
Posted on: April 1, 2025

Job Description:

Employment Opportunities Designed to Help Us Collaborate in Creation!Director, Network ServicesPosition DetailsJob Title: DIRECTORPosition Number: 8100776Job Category: University StaffJob Type: Full-TimeFLSA Status: ExemptCampus: Rogers Park-Lake Shore CampusDepartment Name: INFRASTRUCTURELocation Code: TECHNOLOGY SERVICESIs this split and/or fully grant funded? NoDuties and Responsibilities

• Strategic Oversight: Develop and implement an IT strategy that aligns with the organization's business goals and objectives, ensuring the efficient and secure operation of all IT systems and processes.
• Leadership and Management: Lead and manage the IT department and/or unit, including hiring, training, and developing IT staff. Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Innovation and Emerging Technologies: Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies, evaluating their potential impact on the organization and recommending strategic investments.
• Budgeting and Cost Control: Develop and manage the IT department's budget, ensuring cost-effective use of resources and adherence to financial goals.
• Compliance and Risk Management: Ensure the organization's IT systems comply with relevant regulations and standards, managing risks associated with technology use.
• Relationship Management: Establish and maintain relationships with IT vendors and service providers, negotiating contracts and ensuring the delivery of quality services.
• Network Architecture and Design: Lead the design and implementation of scalable, secure, and resilient network architectures to meet the University's needs. Continuously evaluate new technologies to enhance network efficiency and customer experience.
• Performance Optimization: Monitor network performance and implement optimizations to enhance speed, reliability, and efficiency. Conduct regular performance assessments and capacity planning to support the University's growth objectives.
• Incident Response: Develop and maintain incident response procedures to address network outages, security breaches, and other incidents promptly. Identify and mitigate network-related risks to ensure uninterrupted operations.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate documentation of network configurations, policies, procedures, and incident reports. Generate regular reports on network performance, security posture, and compliance status for internal and regulatory purposes.Minimum Education and/or Work ExperienceExperience with leadership.Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field is required. A master's degree is preferred.
  • A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in IT, including at least 5 years in a leadership role.
  • Strong technical proficiency in a wide range of IT systems, software, and hardware.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a team, with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to develop and implement strategic IT plans that align with organizational goals.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex IT issues.
  • Experience managing large-scale IT projects from conception to completion.Certificates/Credentials/LicensesBachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field is required. A master's degree is preferred.Computer Skills
    • This position requires extensive knowledge in network infrastructure.
    • Demonstrated ability to interpret technology and market trends as a foundation for technology and product roadmaps.
    • Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Office suite and related tools. Some proficiency with Microsoft Project and related tools is preferred.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesYesRequired operation of university owned vehiclesNoDoes this position require direct animal or patient contact?NoPhysical DemandsNoneWorking ConditionsNoneOpen Date01/22/2025Close DatePosition Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate$160,000/annPosition Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate$140,000/annSpecial Instructions to ApplicantsAbout Loyola University Chicago Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes -including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences-Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation's top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country's most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world.Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in detail, click here.Loyola adheres to all applicable federal, state, and/or local civil rights laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in private institutions of higher education. Please see the University's Nondiscrimination Policy.Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
      • * Do you possess a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field?
        • Yes
        • No
        • * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
          • Public Job Posting
          • Internal Job Posting
          • Agency Referral
          • Advertisement/Publication
          • Personal Referral
          • Website
          • Other
          • * Why do you want to work for Loyola University Chicago?(Open Ended Question)Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents
            • Resume
            • Cover Letter/Letter of ApplicationOptional Documents
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