Director, Project Management

2 weeks ago

Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada BC General Employees' Union (BCGEU) Full time
Associate Director, Public Relations
REGULAR/FULL-TIME

About Us: The BCGEU is one of the largest and most diverse unions in British Columbia with over 90,000 members in 550 bargaining units in the public and private sector. We trace our beginnings back to the early 1900s when provincial government employees formed an association to address their working conditions. We strive to eliminate barriers to members' involvement and inclusion in union activity. All people are entitled to enjoy human rights, political freedom, quality public services, democratic government, and a sustainable environment, in a just society. The BCGEU commits to social justice, equality, workplace safety, decent wages and working conditions. We will pursue social, economic, and political justice as those are the goals upon which the labour movement was founded.

When employees go home at the end of the day, they experience the satisfaction of knowing they've helped provide justice and fairness for British Columbians.

Bi-Week: $6,467.The IT Director provides strategic and operational leadership for BCGEU's Information Technology department. Reporting to the Cybersecurity Officer & Solutions Architect, this position oversees the IT Admin Team directly and manages the Associate Director, IT, who leads the IT Support Team. Key responsibilities include implementing and maintaining robust IT General Controls, ensuring SOC 1 Type 2 readiness, and strictly adhering to BCGEU's budgetary constraints. The IT Director will lead infrastructure planning, vendor management, policy development, and compliance efforts, ensuring BCGEU's IT environment supports and advances the union's mission.

Strategic Planning & Alignment
Develop and maintain an IT strategy that supports BCGEU's mission and aligns with the broader technology roadmap set by Cybersecurity Officer & Solutions Architect.
Prioritize initiatives and resource allocation to ensure critical requirements for IT General Controls and SOC 1 Type 2 readiness are met.
Establish, document, and enforce IT General Controls in alignment with SOC 1 Type 2 standards (e.g., access management, change control, operational monitoring).
Collaborate with internal and external auditors as needed to verify compliance and address any findings related to IT controls.
Ensure that all IT practices and policies meet applicable privacy and security regulations (e.g., Budget & Resource Management
Prepare and manage the IT department's budget in collaboration with the Cybersecurity Officer & Solutions Architect, adhering strictly to BCGEU's budget directives.
Monitor expenditures to prevent unauthorized spending and identify opportunities for cost optimization without compromising service quality or security.
Track and report on IT expenditures, ensuring cost-effectiveness and alignment with strategic objectives.

Leadership of IT Admin & Support Teams
Directly oversee the IT Admin Team, providing guidance, performance reviews, and professional development.
Partner with the Associate Director, IT, to maintain high-quality operations in the IT Support Team, ensure compliance with defined controls, and swiftly address any service disruptions.
Infrastructure & Operations Management
Oversee the reliability, scalability, and security of BCGEU's IT infrastructure (networks, servers, data centers, cloud services), paying particular attention to SOC 1 Type 2 audit controls.
Manage hardware and software lifecycles, including procurement, installation, maintenance, and asset tracking.
Establish and enforce IT policies, standards, and best practices, focusing on operational efficiency and regulatory compliance.

Vendor & Contract Management
Negotiate contracts and service-level agreements (SLAs) to optimize cost savings, quality of service, and vendor performance, within approved budgets.
Monitor vendor deliverables and compliance, addressing performance issues or disputes as needed.

Risk Management & Security
Implement robust cybersecurity measures, vulnerability assessments, and incident response procedures in line with SOC 1 Type 2 requirements.
Establish continuous monitoring processes to detect, log, and mitigate potential threats to BCGEU's data and infrastructure.
Collaborate with the Cybersecurity Officer & Solutions Architect to ensure disaster recovery (DR) and business continuity (BC) plans meet compliance and operational resilience goals.

Engage with union stakeholders to understand technology needs, gather feedback, and provide updates on major IT initiatives.
Represent the IT function in cross-functional meetings, promoting transparency and alignment with BCGEU's strategic objectives.

Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, or a related field; equivalent work experience may be considered.
~7+ years of progressive IT experience (e.g., systems administration, security, infrastructure management), with at least 3+ years in a supervisory/management role.
~ SOC, ISO, or similar IT General Controls).
~ Proven track record of successfully overseeing IT projects, leading teams, managing budgets, and handling vendor relationships in a complex environment.
~ Experience working in a unionized or non-profit setting is an asset.

Governance & Controls : Deep understanding of IT General Controls (access management, change control, operational monitoring) and SOC 1 Type 2 requirements.
Technical Expertise : In-depth knowledge of networking, server administration, cloud services, virtualization, and cybersecurity best practices.
Leadership & Team Building : Proven ability to inspire and guide diverse teams, fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture.
Budget Management : Skilled in financial planning, budget tracking, and ensuring strict adherence to spending limits.
Project Management : Competence in planning, coordinating, and executing multiple initiatives under budget and timeline constraints.
able to convey technical concepts effectively to non-technical audiences and senior leadership.
Dedicated to meeting the internal stakeholders' IT needs with responsiveness and empathy.
Commitment to BCGEU's principles of fairness, equality, and social justice.

Submit applications no later than 5:00pm, Sunday March 23, 2025.

At BCGEU, we're committed to providing a healthy, safe and inclusive workplace where respect and diversity are recognized assets. We invite and welcome applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, People with Disabilities and Disabled People, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, and all people committed to meaningful work that makes a difference.

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