IT Systems Manager

Fairmount Park; Collinsville (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D insurance

Critical illness insurance

Hospital insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan

EAP

Job summary

Fairmount Park in Collinsville, IL seeks an IT Manager to lead the IT department, ensuring secure, efficient operations across the property. You will design and maintain the network, implement security and backup policies, and manage budgeting and procurement while supporting on-call IT needs.

The role requires a four-year degree in CS or MIS and at least three years of IT managerial experience, with knowledge of gaming regulations and data governance essential to the casino environment.

Qualifications

• Must have deep knowledge of IT management and team leadership.
• Strong understanding of networks, security, data governance, and backups.
• Familiarity with gaming regulations and compliance requirements.
• Experience with budgeting and technology procurement processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage the overall operations of the IT department.
• Oversee the functionality and efficiency of IT systems.
• Design, configure, install, and maintain LAN hardware, software, and telecom services.
• Develop and implement policies for hardware/software, security, and backups.
• Respond to user access and software operation needs across the network.
• Ensure data security, network access, and backups systems.
• Audit systems and assess outcomes; propose improvements.
• Manage IT budget and technology procurement; lead team development.
• Participate in IT support on-call rotation.

Skills

IT management

Network administration

Data governance

Regulatory compliance

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or MIS

Job description

About UsFairmount Park Casino & Racing – where 100 years of heart-pounding horse racing meets exciting casino action! Whether you're cheering from the grandstand, trying your luck on the gaming floor, or enjoying a day out with friends, Fairmount Park is Casino & Racing is all about delivering fun, thrills, and unforgettable memories. From live racing tradition to modern entertainment, there's always something exciting happening at Fairmount Park is Casino & Racing!Job Description:As an IT Manager, you will support the overall operation of the facility through IT solutions and efficiency. Additionally, you will be responsible for IT operations in the absence of the Director of IT.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES• Manage the overall operations of the IT department• Oversee the overall functionality and efficiency of the company’s IT systems• Designs, specifies, configures, installs, and maintains local area network hardware, software, and telecommunications services.• Develops and implements policies and procedures related to hardware and software acquisition, use, support, security, and backup.• Responds to the needs and questions of users concerning their access to resources on the network & the operation of various software programs.• Ensure the security of data, network access, and backups systems• Identify problematic areas and timely implement strategic solutions• Identify and propose unused system features that can impact operations or increase efficiency• Audit systems and assess their outcome• Establish, implement, and enforce policies and procedures in accordance with regulatory requirements, Company initiatives, and organizational goals• Manage the department’s budget, including capital expenditures• Manage procurement of technology for the property• Select, train, and develop team members through education, training, coaching, and corrective action• Perform quarterly ‘Step Up’ performance reviews for IT team members• Participate in IT support on-call rotation when required• Perform other duties as assignedQUALIFICATIONS• Must be 21 years of age or older• Must be able to obtain and maintain a gaming license issued by the Illinois Gaming Board• Must have a four-year degree in Computer Science, MIS, or similar, or a combination of education and experience• Must have three years of working experience as an IT Manager• Must have knowledge of all casino game rules• Must have excellent knowledge of technical management, information analysis, and of computer hardware/software systems• Must have knowledge of all applicable gaming regulations• Must have expertise in data center management and data governance• Must have hands-on experience with computer networks, network administration, and network installation• Strong organizational, planning, and supervisory skills are required• Must have open work availability to work nights, weekends, and holidaysPHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT• Frequently required to lift up to a maximum of 30 pounds• Frequently required to push, kneel, climb, stoop, bend, and twist, as well as reach overhead• The work environment contains bright lights, loud noise, and stressful situations.Base Pay Range:$90,000 - $105,000This range represents the low and high end of the anticipated base salary range for this position. The base salary will depend on a number of factors such as: qualifications, experience level, and skillset.Voluntary full-time employment benefits include medical, dental, and vision; life, AD&D, critical illness, and hospital insurance; short and long-term disability; identity/legal protection; as well as access to FSA and HSA accounts. Full and part-time employees are eligible to contribute to traditional and/or Roth 401(k) plans. Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers counseling for a multitude of topics including (but not limited to) mental health, finances, adult care, disability, and grief.Fairmount Park is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.