IT Manager-Infrastructure

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About The Position

This position holds primary responsibility and accountability for IT's infrastructure services, staff, and technical platform. This position is also responsible for the daily operation, budget management, vendor management, continual improvement, and long-term planning for areas of responsibility. Make an impact where technology meets mission—right here in Grand Junction. We’re seeking a hands-on IT Infrastructure Manager to lead the systems that keep our organization running—securely, reliably, and efficiently. This role is ideal for a working leader who enjoys both guiding a team and staying close to the technology that supports meaningful work. This position is offering a full-time typical Monday-Friday 9-5 with on call duty rotation. This position has an annual starting salary range of $101,920.00-$107,016.00. Accepting applications until 12/29/2025.

Requirements

• Bachelor Degree in Information Technology or related field and six years of experience with at least two years of supervisory experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid Colorado Driver’s License

Responsibilities

• Supervises Infrastructure Administration team (e.g., hiring, training, mentoring, evaluating, and terminating staff, etc.).
• Performs both hands-on infrastructure administration work and assigns tasks and projects to Infrastructure Admin team members.
• Areas of responsibility and accountability include but are not limited to: Network & wifi administration; Cloud administration and governance (particularly Microsoft’s M365 and Entra platform); email services; on-premise server administration; backups and business continuity processes; security and compliance; remote computing; mobile device management; data loss prevention; etc.
• Serves as member of IT Leadership team.
• Works with Hilltop leadership to identify, align, and prioritize use of IT resources with program and corporate objectives.
• Manages specific operational budgets.
• Acquires equipment/services and negotiates pricing/contracts with suppliers/service providers.
• Provides oversight and evaluates effectiveness of vendors.
• Works at the highest technical level to evaluate, influence, architect, configure, and implement often-complex hardware, software, and cloud-based infrastructure solutions.
• Contributes to setting long-term technology strategic direction and lifecycle management.
• Holds technical review/sign off authority for change management process.
• Conducts regular audits related to IT's service delivery, adherence to IT policies and procedures, and privileged access.
• Conducts risk assessments to identify and address vulnerabilities.
• Develops controls and solutions that mitigate risk.
• Serves as key player on the Incident Response team, developing protocols/tools.
• May serve as lead technical investigator for incidents.
• Participates in policy-writing and compliance reviews and assessments (HIIPAA, CJIS, etc).
• Serves as technical contact for 3rd party auditors.
• Oversees licensing of Microsoft, other third-party software and products, security certificates, etc. This includes oversight of an annual calendar to ensure timely renewals/cost projections, staying abreast of options and new product offerings, and supplier relationship/contract management.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay and Benefits
• The an annual starting salary range of $101,920.00-$107,016.00.
• Check out our full benefits package here: https://hilltoppers.htop.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/107/2025/07/Copy-of-Benefit-Guide-FINAL-DRAFT-Updated_7.8.25-Compressed.pdf
• Part-time and full-time schedules that can fit your needs. The schedule for this specific position is full-time typical Monday-Friday 9-5 with on call duty rotation.
• Professional and personal development opportunities for all employees
• A supportive and inclusive work environment
• Meaningful work that makes a positive impact in the community and lives of others

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees