IT Director

Innovative Ag Services•Monticello, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Innovative Ag Services (IAS) is seeking an Information Technology Director to lead the design, delivery, security, and continuous improvement of the organization’s technology environment. This role is crucial for supporting IAS's growth, enabling data-driven decision-making, and enhancing operational efficiency. A significant near-term focus will be managing a major ERP transition, followed by stabilization and optimization. The ideal candidate is a player-coach, capable of leading a team, collaborating with business units, and engaging in technical problem-solving.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience
8+ years of progressive IT experience across infrastructure, systems, security, and applications
Proven experience with ERP systems and enterprise applications
Strong hands-on background in IT operations and system administration
Experience managing and leading IT teams
Excellent communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Nice To Haves

Experience with data visualization and reporting tools
Experience with business process automation and workflow optimization
Experience with AI-enabled tools or software agents in operational environments
Experience working closely with software vendors and implementation partners
Background in Microsoft-based environments (Active Directory, Azure/Entra, Microsoft 365)
Networking, firewall (Cisco/Meraki), and security administration experience

Responsibilities

Develop and execute an IT roadmap aligned with business goals, growth plans, and operational priorities.
Lead technology decisions that balance reliability, security, scalability, and cost-effectiveness.
Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on technology risks, investments, and opportunities.
Support ERP implementation activities through go-live and post-implementation optimization.
Own system administration, integrations, reporting, and ongoing ERP enhancements.
Partner with vendors and internal stakeholders to improve usability, automation, and data access.
Oversee and actively support network and systems administration, identity and access management, backup, disaster recovery, business continuity planning, and end-user computing and support.
Optimize the current infrastructure and design solutions that scale with future growth.
Maintain a secure, resilient, and well-documented IT environment.
Lead cybersecurity practices including access controls, firewall management, monitoring, and incident response.
Maintain disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
Ensure compliance with internal policies and external requirements.
Enable the business with timely, accurate, and accessible data.
Support or implement data visualization and reporting tools.
Improve data flow across systems to support operational and financial decision-making.
Identify opportunities to automate repetitive workflows using low-code/no-code tools, integrations and APIs, or software agents/AI-enabled solutions.
Partner with software providers to implement efficiency-enhancing tools.
Promote practical adoption of emerging technologies where they deliver real business value.
Lead, mentor, and support IT staff across all areas of operations.
Establish clear service delivery expectations, documentation, and procedures.
Develop and deliver end-user training to improve adoption and reduce friction.
Develop and manage the IT budget.
Evaluate and manage vendor relationships and contracts.
Ensure technology investments deliver measurable value.