Senior Director of IT

Community of Hope • DC

117d • $155,000 - $170,000

About The Position

Community of Hope is seeking a Senior Director of Information Technology to lead enterprise IT strategy, security, and innovation for a mission-driven organization serving 16,000+ patients and 1,600+ families in Washington, DC every year. We believe everyone in DC can be healthy, housed, and hopeful - and we need a visionary technology leader to make sure our systems, infrastructure, and tools work seamlessly to support that mission.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Health IT, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 10+ years IT leadership, including 5+ in healthcare IT or clinical technology.
• Hands-on experience with enterprise infrastructure, cybersecurity, and vendor management.
• Strong track record aligning IT strategy with clinical workflows and compliance.
• Knowledge of HIPAA/HITECH and IT security standards.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with eClinicalWorks, CRISP/PRISMA, Sage Intacct.
• Master’s degree in Health IT or related field.
• Nonprofit or mission-driven healthcare experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all IT systems and infrastructure - servers, networks, cloud platforms, Microsoft 365, cybersecurity, and phones.
• Partner with health leadership to ensure clinical tools (e.g., eClinicalWorks, CRISP/PRISMA) drive proactive, data-informed care.
• Implement cutting-edge solutions that improve workflows, staff experience, and patient outcomes.
• Lead risk management, security, and HIPAA compliance.
• Manage the IT budget and ensure cost-effective, interoperable solutions.
• Build strong vendor relationships and lead IT operations staff with clear goals, check-ins, and professional growth opportunities.

Benefits

• 8-hour workdays with paid lunch.
• Three weeks vacation plus sick leave, and an additional week after two years + 11.5 holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement & loan repayment options (NHSC & DCHPLRP).
• Health, dental, and vision plans + 403(b) retirement plan.
• Leadership training, internal promotions, and career growth opportunities.
• Culture rooted in equity, respect, and trauma-informed care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees