<p>Offering an opportunity to be part of a high performance team enjoy exceptional benefits and a supportive work life balance the Gordon Flesch Company is an employer of choice throughout WI IL IN IA SD and OH The Gordon Flesch Company strives to recognize and appreciate our associates commitment creativity and the results they deliver every day for our customers and the community Salary for this position is based on level of experience Job Purpose The Chief Information Officer CIO works with other members of the Executive Leadership Team to identify how information technology can help the company achieve its business and financial goals for a multi site multi state technology service provider Provides leadership to supervisory staff leading IT teams and overall IT department The CIO is responsible for ensuring that all business information complies with established company security policies and legal requirements In this role you will Work close with the GFC PresidentCEO and GFC Officers to serve as the primary advisor on technology trends digital transformation and emerging risksAnalyze companys current technology infrastructure hardware WAN and software applications and align it with the business strategic plans Serve as a change visionary leveraging a strong business mindset and deep technology expertise to inspire alignment champion organizational adoption and lead transformative change across the enterpriseEstablish and direct the strategic and tactical goals policies and procedures for the information system departmentMaintain robust cyber security incident response vulnerability management and identity management programs Partner with cyber security partners to defend against AI specific threatsCollaborate with other departments to introduce technology that GFC provides to customers wherever appropriate Define and execute the IT strategy by fostering strong strategic partnerships and building bridges between the IT division and the enterprise Align technology initiatives with organizational goals ensuring collaboration across teams to drive long term growth and shared successSpearhead the adoption of artificial intelligence and digital solutions to position the organization at the forefront of industry innovation Drive the modernization of core platformsincluding ERP CRM and logistics systems by strategically integrating AI to optimize operations unlock new efficiencies and deliver superior customer experiences Ensure seamless integration of IT systems across all business functions establishing a benchmark for technology leadership in the office technology sectorEnsure information systems are positioned to recover effectively in the event of a disaster or emergency Apply best practices on disaster recovery policies and processes to ensure the business can continue to function critical data and systems are available and customers both internal and external continue to receive supportMaintain a culture for the IT Department centered on driving for results and providing excellent customer service Drive continuous efficiencies and improvement in IT processes service delivery and operational excellenceOversee technology planning and budgeting to ensure an effective and cost efficient technology organization Ensure effective IT governance vendor management and continuous improvement of enterprise applications and infrastructure Develop and monitor the approved annual operating and capital budgets for the Information Systems departmentOversee the communication system for the company including network infrastructure wide area connectivity and telecommunications circuits and equipmentEnsure that all information systems and networks operate according to internal standards external accrediting agency standards and legal requirements including PCI and HIPAAMaintain ownership for the relationship with key technology partners Lead procurement contract negotiation and performance management for cloud software and hardware vendors to include ERP CRM Leasing and other third party software partnersParticipate in vendor contract negotiations for telecommunication circuits telecom equipment computer equipment and software purchasesPropose hardwaresoftware solutions to accomplish the companys business objectivesOversee the development maintenance and communication of systems documentation policies and proceduresAssess and anticipate technology projects and recommend appropriate action and resourcesBuild and lead a high performing cross functional IT team Foster a culture of innovation collaboration accountability and continuous learning Supervise and develop members of the IT team including hiring firing work allocation training and problem resolutionConduct leadership components of the performance review process including establishing appropriate and measurable goals reviewing progress throughout the year documenting performance and conducting performance reviewsAutonomously make administrative and procedural decisions and judgments within area of focusEnsure that the work environment is safe including compliance with OSHA standards and documentationSupport and advocate Company mission and valuesMiscellaneous job duties as assigned Requirements Bachelors degree in CS MIS or related field10 years of experience working in technology and or business roles within a company7 year previous management experience of technology specialist and applications specialist teamsExperience leading supervisory staffExperience in project management and change management including knowledge of systems design and development process requirements analysis feasibility studies software design programming pilot testing installation evaluation and operational managementAbility to create and maintain a collaborative team environmentExperience supporting multiple locationsKnowledge of network infrastructureKnowledge of database applicationsKnowledge of system security requirements and best practicesKnowledge of information systems disaster preparedness and recovery best practicesExcellent Communication skills with an ability to influence and build relationships across all levels of the organizationStrong financial acumen a bias for action and the ability to drive results An outgoing action oriented self starter who thrives in a fast paced dynamic environment The Gordon Flesch Company offers Medical Dental Personal Time Vacation Time 401k and 401k match a Wellness Program and many benefits For full details of our Benefits Program please go to wwwgfleschcomcareers No outside agencies Gordon Flesch Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age color creed disability gender identity national origin protected veteran status race religion sex sexual orientation and any other status protected by applicable local state or federal law The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about discussed or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant However employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is a in response to a formal complaint or charge b in furtherance of an investigation proceeding hearing or action including an investigation conducted by the employer or c consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information 41 CFR 60 135c</p>