Vice President of Information Technology (VP of IT)
LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY
Location: Windsor, CT
Work Arrangement: Hybrid – 3 days onsite per week
Salary: $100,000–$130,000
Overview
Our organization is seeking a Vice President of Information Technology (VP of IT) to provide strategic oversight of technology, data, quality, and organizational performance. This role will oversee the Manager of IT, Tier 1 IT support, and Director of Quality, ensuring systems, reporting, and technology effectively support the organization’s operational and strategic goals. The VP of IT will partner with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to drive performance, quality improvement, data-informed decision-making, and effective use of technology.
Key Responsibilities
Performance & Outcomes
- Lead the development and implementation of performance measurement frameworks across programs.
- Ensure clear, consistent tracking of program outcomes, contract metrics, and organizational goals.
- Partner with senior leadership to identify performance trends, risks, and opportunities.
Data & Analytics
- Oversee data collection, validation, analysis, and reporting across the organization.
- Develop dashboards and reporting tools that support real-time decision-making.
- Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for diverse audiences.
Quality Improvement & Compliance
- Lead organization-wide quality improvement strategies and processes.
- Ensure alignment between program practices, policy expectations, and regulatory requirements.
- Strengthen systems for monitoring compliance, audit readiness, and continuous improvement.
- Oversee the Director of Quality and support organization-wide quality initiatives.
Technology & Information Systems
- Provide strategic oversight of IT infrastructure, support services, and system security.
- Oversee the Manager of IT and Tier 1 technology support.
- Oversee enterprise systems, including case management, LMS, HRIS, fundraising platforms, and Microsoft 365.
- Ensure systems align with operational needs and support effective organizational performance.
- Drive system optimization, adoption, and continuous improvement.
Cross-Functional Leadership
- Partner closely with Program, HR, Finance, and Growth leadership to align data, systems, and performance expectations.
- Support program leaders in using data to improve service delivery and staff performance.
- Lead and develop a multidisciplinary team including IT, quality improvement, and information systems staff.
- Provide strategic technology and operational guidance to senior leadership.
Leadership Expectations
- Build a culture of accountability, learning, and continuous improvement.
- Communicate clearly and effectively across all levels of the organization.
- Balance strategy and execution, moving effectively from vision to implementation.
- Demonstrate sound judgment in complex, cross-functional decision-making.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as data analytics, public administration, information systems, social services, or a related field.
- 7–10+ years of progressively responsible leadership experience.
- Experience overseeing data, quality improvement, or technology functions in a complex organization.
- Strong ability to analyze data and translate insights into operational action.
- Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and teams.
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