IT Systems Manager

Fairmount Park, Inc.•Park, KS

3d•$90,000 - $105,000•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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 holidays

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 assigned