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The Assistant Vice President (AVP) I, Information Technology & Facilities provides strategic and operational leadership for AFI’s enterprise Information Technology services and corporate Facilities operations. This role directs staff responsible for IT infrastructure, systems development, user support, facilities maintenance, office services, purchasing, and physical infrastructure. The AVP I, Information Technology & Facilities ensures that AFI’s technology systems and facilities assets are secure, compliant, reliable, and capable of supporting current and future organizational needs, while contributing to operational efficiency, innovation, and organizational profitability.

• Directs and oversees staff performing systems development, systems acquisition, programming, infrastructure maintenance, user support, facilities maintenance, office services, and purchasing
• Leads the development and management of departmental budgets, staffing plans, performance evaluations, and staff development initiatives
• Manages the planning, acquisition, implementation, and lifecycle management of enterprise hardware, software, and facilities infrastructure
• Provides leadership in the deployment and ongoing support of corporate information systems utilized by AFI and affiliated entities
• Collaborates with the Vice President, Information Technology and other senior leaders to implement strategic plans and allocate resources effectively
• Ensures effective business continuity, disaster recovery, and cybersecurity practices are established and maintained
• Conducts detailed analyses of operational performance, budgets, programs, systems, and facilities initiatives; prepare documented recommendations for senior leadership review
• Develops and maintains strong working relationships with internal stakeholders, vendors, regulatory authorities, and industry contacts
• Participates in cross-functional committees, project teams, and special initiatives as assigned
• Performs other duties, as assigned, in support of departmental and/or corporate objectives

EDUCATION

• BA/BS Degree in relevant discipline
  • Four years of relevant work experience may substitute this requirement
• Advanced degree preferred

EXPERIENCE

• Five years of progressive leadership experience managing Information Technology services, facilities management, or enterprise infrastructure operations
  • Advanced degree may be substituted for two years of experience
• Demonstrated experience managing physical assets, IT systems, budgets, vendors, and multidisciplinary teams
• Experience operating in regulated environments strongly preferred

• Completion of Certified Facilities Manager (CFM), Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or equivalent professional designation
• Completion of Certified Facilities Manager designation (CFM) within 33 months in the position if not previously obtained

• Full benefits package including health, dental, vision, life & disability insurance including an employee assistance program (EAP)
• 401(k) including employer match & safe harbor contributions
• Generous paid time off policy, medical leave, volunteer time off and 9 paid holidays
• We support employee training and professional development opportunities with a tuition reimbursement program and continuing education and re-certification opportunities
• Volunteering and community engagement opportunities