Head of IT (Hybrid)

Community HousingWorks; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

401(k) with company matching

Hybrid Workplace

Paid holidays

Professional development

EAP and Calm App

Free gym access

Job summary

Community HousingWorks is seeking an IT Director to lead the IT/BI function, aligning technology with business outcomes for CHW. You will partner with executives to set strategy, drive enterprise applications, and ensure cybersecurity, data governance, and analytics support across the organization.

The role requires strong leadership and a proven track record in real estate IT environments, with a hybrid work model based in San Diego, CA.

Qualifications

• 8 years of proven experience in an IT leadership role.
• Strong business acumen and ability to align technology with business goals.
• Experience managing enterprise applications; real estate/PM accounting experience a plus (Yardi, MRI Software).
• In-depth knowledge of enterprise IT systems, infrastructure, security, and emerging technologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

• Shape and facilitate the technology strategy, aligning IT/BI with business goals.
• Champion tech opportunities, quantify value, and justify investments.
• Plan and execute strategic initiatives with clear success criteria.
• Oversee IT/BI projects intake, prioritization, sizing, and approvals.
• Create and maintain a rolling IT/BI roadmap for the team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Business acumen

Tools

Yardi

MRI Software

Job description

Improve Lives, Communities, and Yourself With a Challenging and Rewarding Career at CHW

Here at Community HousingWorks, we know the dedicated work of our staff makes it possible to achieve our mission and our vision of “We Build Futures.” We honor that by providing our staff the resources and support to thrive, grow and develop professionally as they also “Build Futures” for themselves. Our teams have expressed passion, grit, and a shared commitment to transformational change.

Through our work we are changing lives. Joining CHW will change yours.

CHW offers employees generous benefits, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
• 401(k) with company matching contributions
• Responsible Time Off (RTO)
• 12 paid holidays for all staff
• Opportunities for professional development
• Life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Free gym access
• Opportunities for paid time for volunteering
• Premium access to the Calm app

CHW understands that our team members are whole people with identities outside of work. We aim to support the whole person while appreciating the work they do for us.

Flexible work place that enables team members to integrate work and life

Responsible time off (RTO) policy where all employees have the flexibility to take time off as needed

Opportunity for paid volunteer time where team members are encouraged to dedicate some work hours to assisting their communities

Company-wide events that provide space and time during work hours for employees to connect

Internal programs that work to foster mutual respect, caring & appreciation with a sense of belonging for all

Position:Head of IT (Hybrid)

Location: San Diego, CA

Job Id:223

# of Openings:1

In this leadership role, the IT Director will oversee the IT/BI function, manage the delivery of high-quality IT/BI solutions and services, and align technology capabilities to business outcomes. Partnering closely with the COO and business leaders, the IT Director provides strategic direction across the IT infrastructure, business applications, cybersecurity and business intelligence functions.

Role & Responsibilities

• Partner with the executive team to shape and facilitate the organization's technology strategy, aligning IT/BI initiatives with business goals
• Identify and champion technology opportunities that advance business objectives, quantifying expected value and building the case for investment
• Guide the sizing, planning, and execution of strategic initiatives, and establish the conditions for their success
• Manage the intake, prioritization, sizing, and approval process for IT/BI projects and changes
• Create and maintain a rolling IT/BI roadmap that keeps the team organized and looking ahead

Business Applications

• Lead the selection and implementation of business applications so solutions fit CHW's processes and are adopted in practice
• Manage the ongoing improvement of existing applications, including changes, upgrades, refreshes, and technical debt
• Direct a solution architecture capability that translates business requirements into sound system and process design, keeping usability at the center
• Ensure the BI function delivers reliable, decision-ready insights
• Support and guide sound data management, models, and governance appropriate to CHW's needs
• Build toward a common data language, and maintain data cleanliness and consistency through governance and standards so that data becomes a strategic asset

Infrastructure, Operations & User Services

• Oversee the design & reliability of IT infrastructure (servers, systems, and networks)
• Set standards and direction of IT operations holding the team accountable for compliance and executional excellence.
• Maintain service management practices and enforce IT policies for compliance and maturity
• Ensure responsive end-user support that resolves issues quickly and keeps staff productive
• Oversee the management and standardization of devices and endpoints
• Establish & measure against clear service levels, using ticket trends to fix recurring problems and make everyday work easier for staff

Cybersecurity

• Set security direction and monitor and measure adherence to it
• Ensure alignment to a defined security standard, including periodic internal audits
• Build security into initiatives from the start, with controls that protect effectively while minimizing friction

Leadership and Team Development

• Lead and mentor-coach the IT/BI team, providing guidance and professional development
• Foster a collaborative environment across the IT and BI functions
• Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and service levels to ensure high-quality services
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry best practices to leverage innovative solutions that drive business growth and operational excellence

Education and Experience

• 8 years of proven experience in an IT leadership role, preferably IT Director or a similar position
• Strong business acumen and demonstrated ability to align technology and business initiatives
• Experience managing enterprise business applications, ideally in real estate development and project accounting (Yardi, MRI Software, or a comparable platform a plus)
• In-depth knowledge of enterprise IT systems, infrastructure, security, and emerging technologies
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities

  Physical Demands

  The physical ability to perform tasks may require prolonged sitting, standing, and/or moving.
  Employee positions themselves to install equipment, including under desks.
  Moves throughout the office spaces, outdoor spaces, and building to access areas of service/installation.
  Moves equipment weighing between 20-40 pounds without assistance. Moves more than 40 pounds with assistance.
  This role requires the inspection of sites and areas at varying degrees of distance.

  The noise and climate levels in the work environment vary depending on the work site, including outdoor work environments. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the roles and responsibilities of this position.

  Other Work-related Requirements

  • Evidence of ability to work legally in the United States.Valid driver's license and regular availability of an insured vehicle to travel

  Compensation

  It may vary based on skills, experience and qualifications:

  $180,000 - $210,000

  CHW offers employees generous benefits, including:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Plan
  • 401(K) with company matching contributions
  • Life Insurance, Disability coverage is available in both short-term and long-term options, depending on your location and eligibility.
  • FSA (Flexible Spending Account)
  • Responsible Time Off (RTO)
  • 12 Paid holidays
  • Hybrid Workplace
  • Wellness and Work Life Balance
  • Opportunities for Professional Development
  • EAP (Employee Assistance Program) and Calm App
  • Free Gym Access
  • Company-Wide Events

  Community HousingWorks is an Equal Opportunity Employer

  Community HousingWorks is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive company culture, CHW does not discriminate against candidates and employees because of their disability, sex, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status under the law.

  At CHW, we value creating a work environment that respects and includes differences, recognizing the unique contributions that each individual can make that can maximize the potential of all staff. CHW encourages belonging through expressions, thought and innovation.

  Community HousingWorks is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive company culture, CHW does not discriminate against candidate and employees because of their disability, sex, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status under the law.