IT Operations Manager

Reach Out Centre for Kids (ROCK); Canada; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Vacation + float days

Professional development

RRSP matching

Health spending account

Discounted memberships

Job summary

Reach Out Centre for Kids (ROCK) in Ontario seeks an IT Operations Manager to lead technical strategy and oversee IT services, data infrastructure, and security. This hybrid role blends strategic planning with hands-on problem solving across a healthcare-focused organization.

You will translate clinical and operational needs into practical technology solutions, manage the IT team, and partner with leadership to drive ROCK's technology initiatives, data governance, and privacy compliance.

Qualifications

• 10+ years IT experience in support and solution delivery.
• 5+ years in people management.
• Experience with records management and relevant standards.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft technologies (365, SharePoint, Teams, Power Platform, Power BI, Azure).
• Experience with relational databases, SQL, Python, DAX, ETLs, APIs, JSON; familiarity with RPA.
• Experience supporting cloud-based solutions and data infrastructure.
• Familiarity with privacy legislation and data governance; healthcare experience is an asset.
• MacOS experience is an asset; current criminal reference check within 3 months.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and operational oversight of the IT environment.
• Oversee IT support services and supervise the IT team; act as escalation point.
• Drive ROCK's technology transformation: AI, automation, cloud, and data workflows.
• Collaborate with leadership to translate needs into secure, sustainable solutions.

Skills

Leadership

Microsoft 365

Power BI

Azure

SQL

Python

RPA

Data governance

Cloud technologies

Team management

Education

Bachelors in IT/CS/Eng/Business

Master's degree asset

IT certifications asset

Tools

SharePoint

Teams

Power Platform

Job description

About YOU

You are a creative and solutions-focused IT leader who sees technology as more than systems and infrastructure. You think holistically about the end-user experience and are always looking for ways technology can make work simpler, more intuitive, and more effective. A natural problem solver and creative thinker, you enjoy approaching challenges from different angles and finding practical, innovative solutions.

You bring strong leadership skills and are confident providing direction, developing your team, and creating an environment where people feel supported and accountable. Collaborative, curious, and hands-on when needed, you can move between strategic thinking and technical problem solving while exploring how emerging technologies, automation, AI, and data can improve the way an organization works.

About ROCK

ROCK (Reach Out Centre for Kids) is recognized as the number one non-profit employer of choice, leading the way in providing mental health services to children, youth, and families in the Halton region. We are an accredited organization with exemplary standings from Accreditation Canada, reflecting our commitment to high-quality care. Our dynamic and collaborative team is dedicated to achieving our mission and vision, fostering a positive and inclusive environment that mirrors the diversity of the community we serve. At ROCK, we offer various professional development opportunities, company events, and a supportive culture that encourages innovation and growth.ROCK is site certified in the Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics (NMT) a developmentally sensitive, neurobiology-informed approach to clinical problem solving. Our hybrid work model provides flexibility, combining on-site and virtual environments, to best meet the needs of our staff and clients. Join us in making a meaningful impact in mental health care.

The ROLE

As ROCK's IT Operations Manager, you will provide technical leadership and operational oversight for our IT environment while helping advance ROCK's broader technology, data, and infrastructure transformation initiatives.

This is a unique hybrid leadership and technical role where you will move between strategic planning, hands-on technical problem solving, day-to-day IT operations, and implementing new solutions. You will work closely with leadership and teams across the organization to translate business, clinical, and operational needs into practical, secure, and sustainable technology solutions.

You will oversee ROCK's IT support services and supervise the IT support team while serving as a technical escalation point for more complex issues. You will also play a key role in ROCK's Microsoft technology ecosystem, data infrastructure, automation and digital workflows, cloud-based applications, cybersecurity, privacy, records management, and emerging technologies, including AI.

This is an existing vacancy and a permanent full-time position.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• A master's degree is considered an asset.
• Relevant IT certifications are considered an asset

Experience

• Minimum of 10 years of experience working in IT support and technical solution delivery.
• At least 5 years of experience managing teams.
• Experience with records management, including familiarity with relevant standards and tools.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft technologies, including Microsoft 365, SharePoint, Teams, Power Platform, Power BI, Azure, and related services.
• Experience with data management and technologies such as relational databases, SQL, Python, DAX, ETLs, APIs, JSON, and RPA concepts.
• Experience supporting cloud-based solutions, applications, data infrastructure, automation, and digital workflows.
• Familiarity with privacy legislation and data governance practices relevant to healthcare data is considered an asset.
• Experience within healthcare, mental health, children's services, or community-based programming is considered an asset.
• Experience working with macOS operating systems is considered an asset.
• Current criminal reference check obtained within the previous three months.

What will help you succeed:

• Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to translate organizational needs into practical technology solutions and communicate technical information clearly to different audiences.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to support and guide an IT team.
• A collaborative approach to working with leadership, staff, vendors, project teams, and other stakeholders.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment while maintaining strong attention to detail.
• An interest in emerging technologies, including AI, automation, cloud technologies, and modern data solutions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• A commitment to providing responsive, respectful, and solutions-focused support to internal users.

Our rewards ROCK, join our team and ENJOY:

• Flexibility: Plan your schedule to balance with your personal life.
• Recharge: Paid time off, 4 weeks vacation, 2 float days, and 2 additional ROCK holidays.
• Learning: Access to professional development assistance to help you grow.
• Savings: Matching your RRSP starting at 6%.
• Wellness: Health Care Spending Account and discounted GoodLife memberships.

ROCK is committed to fostering a positive and progressive workforce reflecting the community we serve and promoting diversity at all levels in a dynamic and inclusive environment. We provide equitable treatment and accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and ROCK's Accommodation Policy.

If you are invited to participate in the interview process and require accommodation for the interview, we ask that you provide your accommodation request as soon as reasonably practicable. Please be advised that you may be requested to provide verifiable supporting information, such as medical or other documentation depending upon the type of Code-protected accommodation, to Human Resources to ensure that appropriate accommodation is provided to you throughout the hiring process. ROCK treats all accommodation requests confidentially.

Please note that ROCK positions are currently working in an on-site and virtual hybrid model. Positions are located in the Halton Region and travel between sites may be required.