Director of IT

Nexstar • Minneapolis, MN

4h • Hybrid

About The Position

Nexstar Network is seeking a Director of IT to lead its technology function, strengthen delivery of technology solutions, and shape the organization’s technology strategy. This hands-on leadership role combines team development, technical expertise, and business partnership. The Director will lead and develop the IT team, maintain reliable systems, and evolve the technology environment toward simpler, more integrated, and scalable solutions that support Nexstar and its members.

The role develops and executes technology strategy aligned with business priorities while balancing dependable daily operations with modernization, scalability, and long-term sustainability. It leads CRM strategy and roadmap development in partnership with business leaders, provides technical leadership across enterprise applications, software development, architecture, and integrations, and oversees IT operations and delivery. The Director also manages technology vendors and implementation partners, advances enterprise data capabilities, and communicates technology priorities, risks, and trade-offs to leadership.

The position follows a hybrid schedule, with three days per week in the Bloomington office. Planned travel is up to 10%, primarily for leadership meetings and member events. Candidates must be able to sit at a desk for prolonged periods and lift up to 15 pounds. Employment is contingent on passing a pre-employment drug test and background check.

Requirements

• Progressive information technology experience with demonstrated success leading technical teams, developing talent, and delivering business technology solutions.
• Demonstrated experience designing, implementing, or integrating CRM solutions, including translating business requirements into platform capabilities and partnering with stakeholders on solution design.
• Strong technical understanding of enterprise applications, software development, architecture, and systems integration, with the ability to guide technical decisions and contribute to problem-solving.
• Proven ability to build trust, establish accountability, and lead teams through change while maintaining engagement and delivery performance.
• Experience overseeing software development and Agile delivery practices, including prioritization, capacity planning, and continuous improvement.
• Strong business acumen and success partnering with leaders to translate business needs into practical technology solutions.
• Experience evaluating technology platforms, managing vendors or implementation partners, and making informed build-versus-buy decisions.
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on involvement in a lean, growing organization.
• Strong communication and influencing skills, including explaining technical concepts, framing trade-offs, and making recommendations to nontechnical stakeholders.
• Working knowledge of IT operations, security, infrastructure, and technology governance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.
• Ability to sit at a desk for prolonged periods and lift up to 15 pounds.
• Ability to travel up to 10%, primarily for leadership meetings and member events.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with CRM strategy, platform evaluation, or selection.
• Experience with Microsoft enterprise technologies and Amazon Web Services.
• Experience leading technology modernization or legacy system transitions.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop the IT team, building trust, accountability, and team capability through change while maintaining delivery performance.
• Set clear expectations, provide regular coaching and performance feedback, and foster an environment where employees can grow and succeed.
• Develop and execute technology strategy aligned with business priorities, balancing reliable operations with modernization, scalability, and sustainability.
• Lead Nexstar’s CRM strategy and roadmap, partnering with business leaders to evaluate platforms, define future-state needs, and plan implementation and integration.
• Build relationships across the organization and translate business needs into practical technology solutions, while challenging assumptions, complexity, and unnecessary customization constructively.
• Provide hands-on technical leadership across enterprise applications, software development, architecture, and integrations, guiding solution design and technology decisions.
• Oversee IT priorities, capacity, and delivery; strengthen Agile practices, work intake, planning, and accountability.
• Ensure the reliability, security, support, and continuous improvement of the technology environment, including IT operations.
• Champion a buy-before-build approach, prioritizing standardization, configuration, integration, and total cost of ownership when evaluating solutions.
• Lead and manage technology vendors and implementation partners, ensuring clear expectations, cost effectiveness, and accountability for outcomes.
• Strengthen enterprise data capabilities through technology architecture, integrations, and data management practices.
• Communicate technology priorities, progress, risks, and trade-offs clearly to leadership to support informed decisions and organizational alignment.
• Make sound decisions, address issues directly, manage change and conflict effectively, and model Nexstar’s Guiding Principles and commitment to team success.

Benefits

• Base salary with performance bonus potential.
• Competitive benefits package including 100% paid health, dental, vision, basic life insurance, and disability coverage.
• 401(k) safe harbor plan with a 3% company contribution.
• Generous paid time off plan.
• Home service reimbursement.
• Gym membership reimbursement.
• Cell phone reimbursement.
• Paid community service day.
• Hybrid work flexibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director