In accordance with the Mission and Values of Southwestern Illinois College, this position serves as the technical leader in project management, systems design, systems analysis, systems development, systems implementation, and systems maintenance. This position requires a high level of experience in hardware and software configurations, client/server systems, and web-based systems. Deploys technical staff effectively with project load, target dates, and critical business needs. Mentor systems analysts/programmers to grow their IT skills, and works closely with Production Operations Manager, Director of Networking, and Director of IT Development from project start to project completion. Communications and documentation skills to present project proposals and keep pertinent college community informed of project progress, issues, and resolutions required.