IT Operations Manager

Lakehouse-Hotel-and-Resort-; San Marcos (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental Insurance

Vision and Life Insurance

Company matching 401(k) program

Employee Referral Compensation

FREE green fees & range balls

Employee discounts on hotel stays

Job summary

The Lakehouse Resort in San Marcos, CA, seeks an IT Operations Manager to own all IT, AV and security systems across the property, including golf courses, restaurants and event venues. This hands-on role leads a 1-2 person team and reports to Corporate IT, delivering reliable technology for guests and events.

Responsibilities include managing IP networks, PMS/POS systems (Opera Cloud, Simphony, Jonas), CCTV, PCI DSS, and AV for events; set budgets and standards; work nights and weekends as

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of hotel/resort IT experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Experience managing Windows AD environments, hybrid AD/Microsoft Entra ID.
• Windows Server 2019/2022, Microsoft 365, Azure/Intune, Windows 11 management.

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day operation of all resort technology across all venues.
• Manage and troubleshoot large-scale IP networks and wireless infrastructure.
• Administer and support property systems including Opera Cloud PMS, Simphony POS, Jonas Club.
• Maintain PCI DSS compliance and cybersecurity controls.
• Serve as on-property escalation point for IT and AV during events.

Skills

Active Directory

Networking

Hyper-V

Event AV

PMS/POS systems

PCI DSS

Security

Cloud/Identity

Cisco/Firewalls

Tools

Opera Cloud PMS

Simphony POS

Jonas Club

Agilysys

Job description

• Base Pay $90,000.00 - $95,000.00 / Year
• Other Compensation Bonus Potential
• Job Category IT, Technology , Audio Video
• Employee Type Exempt

Contact information

• Email [e-mail]

Description

IT Operations Manager

The IT Operations Manager is responsible for the smooth functioning of all IT, AV and security systems at Lakehouse Resort , a 150-room independent resort in San Marcos with two golf courses, restaurants and extensive event venues. Because the resort does not use a third-party IT service provider or outside AV/event production company, this is a hands‑on, systems- and events-heavy role: the IT Operations Manager is the on-property owner of all technology and the technical lead for every event. This role oversees a team of 1-2 IT personnel responsible for carrying out all IT and AV duties as determined by Corporate IT and in line with company standards.

THE DUTIES OF THE IT OPERATIONS MANAGER INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO, THE FOLLOWING:

· Own the day-to-day operation of all resort technology across the hotel, both golf courses, clubhouses, restaurants, and event venues; with no third‑party managed service provider, the department is the first and final line of support

· Manage and troubleshoot large-scale IP networks with multiple VLANs, including core/edge switching, firewalls and internet circuits

· Manage and troubleshoot wireless infrastructure, including guest HSIA, back-of-house and outdoor coverage across the golf courses and event lawns

· Administer and support property systems including Opera Cloud PMS, Simphony POS, Jonas Club, golf tee sheet and handheld devices, phone system, IPTV and their interfaces

· Manage security systems including CCTV/video surveillance, access control and guest room locking systems in coordination with Security

· Maintain PCI DSS compliance, cybersecurity controls, endpoint protection, patching, backups and disaster recovery in line with Corporate IT standards

· Serve as the final on-property escalation point for the IT Department, resolving issues promptly with minimal downtime to guests and operations

· Regularly inspect all physical layer infrastructure such as cabling, MDF/IDF closets, switches and access points to ensure networks are performing optimally

· Manage vendor and carrier relationships directly (ISP, telecom, PMS/POS, low-voltage contractors), including service tickets, quotes and escalations

· Maintain accurate hardware/software asset inventory, licensing and network documentation

· Create documentation and standards for the department with little to no supervision; conduct property-wide technology training

· Assist department leaders with key property initiatives as necessary

· Serve as the in-house technology and AV lead for all events, including conferences, weddings, banquets, golf tournaments and outdoor activations, with no outside AV or production company

· Review BEOs and attend weekly event meetings with Sales, Catering and Golf to plan AV, network, power and connectivity requirements

· Set up, operate and strike event AV including projectors, LED walls/displays, audio/PA, microphones, lighting and livestream/hybrid meeting equipment

· Deploy temporary wired and wireless networks, POS and scoring connectivity for outdoor events and golf tournaments

· Maintain, inventory and plan replacement of the AV equipment fleet; coordinate supplemental AV rentals when needed and support AV revenue with Sales & Catering

· Provide on-site technical support during live events, resolving issues in real time

· Able to work nights, weekends and holidays based on event schedules and rotate being on-call

· Excellent leadership, people management, communication and influencing skills at a senior level

· Select, effectively manage and coach direct reports

· Motivate and effectively performance manage the department to ensure delivery of overall targets and business plan

· Strong problem‑solving skills; able to work with minimal supervision

· Deliver projects on time and on budget as determined by Corporate IT and ownership

· Manage the property IT and AV operating and capital budgets with the Corporate VP of IT

Requirements

· 3-5 years of experience in a hotel, resort or club IT environment, including at least 2 years in a supervisory role; event AV experience strongly preferred.

· Proven experience managing Windows Active Directory environments, specifically hybrid AD / Microsoft Entra ID environments.

· Windows Server 2019/2022, Microsoft 365, Azure/Intune and Windows 11 management skills

· Experience troubleshooting hotel PMS and POS systems and their architectures, including Opera Cloud, Simphony POS, Jonas Club, Agilysys and other key hotel and resort systems

· Strong understanding of networking protocols such as DNS, DHCP, IPv4, IPv6, TCPIP, ARP, NTP, STP

· Advanced hardware troubleshooting experience, with the ability to diagnose physical and component-level failures from peripheral devices through internal system components, including RAM, storage, power delivery, CPUs, and motherboards.

· Hyper‑V management skills and understanding of HA architectures

· Hands‑on experience with event AV systems (audio mixing, wireless microphones, projection/displays, DSP and control systems) and temporary event network deployments

· Working knowledge of firewalls, CCTV/access control systems and PCI DSS requirements

· IT/AV certifications such as CCNA, CompTIA or AVIXA CTS preferred but not required

· Ability to travel between the resort, golf courses and off‑site locations as needed.

· Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

· Ability to write clearly and concisely.

· Ability to follow safety practices and be safety conscious.

· Ability to work both independently and as part of the team.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

· Able to stand, walk, and sit up to 8 hours in a single day.

· Able to lift up to 75 lbs. and move AV and network equipment using carts, dollies and golf carts.

· Able to climb ladders and work outdoors in varying weather conditions during events and golf operations.

· Occasionally required to sit, climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear, taste, smell.

EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:

· Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry, team members may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel. Work schedules will include working on holidays, weekends, and alternate shifts. Position requires working from property location.

Summary

JOIN THE ADVENTURE

Reminiscent of a summer lake house, The Lakehouse Resort is a refreshing deviation from the commonplace and promises a tranquil escape from life’s daily stresses. We offer the optimal ambiance for a perfect event. Guests enjoy affordable luxury on the shores of sunny Lake San Marcos, matched with an unparalleled guest service experience.

The Lakehouse Resort offers 143 spacious rooms inclusive of breathtaking views, spa‑like showers, Serenity memory foam beds, 100+ channels of high‑definition television with premium movie channels, complimentary wireless internet, a magnificent lobby area with a fireplace, a library, board games: 2 spacious pool decks and hot tubs, hammocks, fire pits, and many more legendary amenities.

Guests of the resort are encouraged to enjoy our country club, The Links at Lakehouse, which offers 18 holes of championship golf, a driving range, and 18 holes of executive golf. Brickmans restaurant offers fine dining for breakfast, Sunday brunch, lunch, and dinner. In‑room dining guests can order off the full menu from the comfort of their hotel room.

As an employee, you are eligible to receive a wide range of benefits & perks, including:

**Medical and Dental Insurance**

**Company provided Vision and Life Insurance**

**Company matching 401(k) program**

**Employee Referral Compensation**

**FREE green fees & range balls**

**Employee discounts on food, drink, merchandise, hotel stays, & Marina activities**

**Discounts at Belmont Park - 4 FREE Rides and Attraction Passes per month**

Lakehouse Resort prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.