Director of Information Technology

Virginia Panel Corporation, located in Waynesboro, Virginia is currently seeking an experienced Director of Information reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer to support the Company’s commitment to continuous improvement activities. This position will be engaged in and responsible for the creation, development, execution, and supervision of all aspects of IT services across the company, as well as all strategic initiatives required to support the company's IT needs. The role also includes project management responsibilities.

• B.S. degree in computer science, information systems, business, or other related discipline
• Experience in all traditional infrastructure aspects such as servers, storage, networks, planning, helpdesk, and customer service
• 3+ years of leadership and experience leading multiple IT projects
• 5+ years working in a professional IT role
• Solid understanding of Web application technologies
• Broad knowledge of business system applications such as ERP, HRIS
• Experience in implementing effective software development methodologies
• Knowledge of web-application development language such as ColdFusion a plus
• Project Management Certification preferred
• Proven communication, coaching, and interpersonal skills at all levels of an organization

Position Responsibilities

Improving Business Processes and Exploiting New Technologies

• Evaluate and implement new technology
• Develop and continuously improve business processes
• Translate business needs and requirements into manageable technical objectives

Ensuring High-Availability Secure IT Infrastructure

• Applications, Server, Network Support. Support and resolve technical issues that arise day-to-day

Implementing Sustainable Applications

• Assemble project team, assign individual responsibilities, organize team, identify appropriate resources, manage resources, develop schedule and execute
• Analyze project requirements, draft and manage project plans, risk planning, milestones, and delivery schedules
• Manage project communications
• Assess project status to ensure it is on schedule and within budget
• Coaching and assisting team members in the design of software solutions

Virginia Panel Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/D/V encouraged to apply.

Please be sure to include a current resume with updated work history when submitting your application.

ABOUT THE HIRING PROCESS

We require a drug screen and background check prior to beginning your job with Virginia Panel Corporation. These are at no cost to you.

We only accept applications for positions we currently have open. If you have applied with VPC in the past, you must reapply for each new opening that you wish to be considered.

Take your time and provide complete information about your employment history. The information you provide on your application is the only information we have to determine your qualifications for a particular job. Leaving your job history blank or not providing details may reduce the chance you’re contacted for a particular position.

We sincerely appreciate your interest in working for Virginia Panel Corporation. Unfortunately, due to the large number of applicants, we are unable to answer questions regarding the status of your application.