Director of Information Management and Technology

Principal Responsibilities :

SUPERVISOR : Amy Holtz, Chief Advancement Officer

STATUS : Full Time, On-Site

If you are interested in being part of a warm and welcoming professional team focused on ensuring a place of belonging and delivering excellent opportunities to its members and the community, come join our team. The Kaplen JCC on the Palisades (Kaplen JCC) is seeking a professional passionate about fostering a supportive environment and empowering our staff through technological advancements.

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are seeking a strategic and hands-on IT Director to lead our technology infrastructure, cybersecurity, application software and information management efforts. As a key member of the JCC senior management team, the IT Director will be responsible for ensuring that our technology and information systems align with the organization's mission and strategic goals. This role encompasses overseeing IT operations, digital strategy, data management and security, as well as managing information systems that support both programmatic and operational functions. The ideal candidate will have a passion for supporting mission-driven work and the expertise to build and execute an innovative IT strategy that drives efficiency, enhances security, and supports organizational growth.

Minimum Qualifications :

RESPONSIBILITIES AND OPPORTUNITIES

1. Strategic IT Leadership & Vision :

• Lead the development and execution of the JCC's overall technology strategy, ensuring it supports both current and future organizational needs.
• Partner with senior leadership to integrate IT initiatives into broader organizational strategies and objectives.
• Establish and maintain technology policies, procedures, and best practices that align with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

2. IT Infrastructure & Operations Management :

3. Cybersecurity & Risk Management :

4. Information Management & Data Strategy :

5. Team Leadership & Development :

6. Vendor & Contract Management :

7. Leadership Team Collaboration :

8. Customer Service & End-User Support :

QUALIFICATIONS & SPECIALIZED SKILLS

SALARY RANGE : $100,000-$115,000. Commensurate with experience.

BENEFITS

Complimentary JCC family or Individual membership

Employee discounts on all programs, services and events

Generous paid time off, paid floating federal holidays, paid Jewish holidays

Health and dental insurance

403b employer contribution

FSA / HSA options

Life insurance

long-term disability

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and the IT Director will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by its supervisor or other management, as required. The Kaplen JCC reserves the right to revise or change job duties as needs arise. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. The Kaplen JCC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. In keeping with our Jewish values, we are dedicated to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, citizenship, veteran's status, physical or mental disability that does not prohibit the performance of essential job functions (with or without reasonable accommodation) or any other basis protected by federal, or applicable, state or local law. We welcome everyone interested in our mission to join us. If you require accommodation, please contact us and we will make every effort to meet your needs.

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At the Kaplen JCC, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about these roles but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification noted above, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other positions.

To Apply : Please send cover letter and resume to Shani Waismel Stein at : [email protected]

Agency Information :

Kaplen JCC On The Palisades is a welcoming home away from home for all who pass through its front doors. Our 185,000 square foot building plus acres of outside grounds feature 2 fitness centers, an indoor and outdoor aquatics center, group exercise, spin and pilates studios, 2 gymnasiums, tennis and racquet courts, indoor track, a luxurious spa, multiple playgrounds and fields and so much more. The JCC is home to the renowned Thurnauer School of Music, Leonard and Syril Rubin Nursery School, Neil Klatskin Day Camp, and the JCC Dance and Drama Schools. The JCC is also proud to offer extensive, high quality programs and services to adults of all ages, as well as to seniors and individuals with special needs.

VISION

Our vision is to be the center point of Jewish life in our community and to engage all generations in our mission and values.

MISSION

Deeply rooted in Jewish values and tradition, the Kaplen JCC on the Palisades is a vibrant home for the Jewish People that welcomes all and cultivates the social, intellectual, physical and spiritual well-being of the entire community.

VALUES

We are committed to demonstrating the following values and ask respect for these values from those with whom we interact :

COMMUNITY

CONNECTION TO JUDAISM AND ISRAEL

INTEGRITY

QUALITY

RESPECT

RESPONSIBILITY

SAFETY

TIKKUN OLAM (repairing the world)