IT Regional Area Manager - West
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Location: North Salt Lake, UT 84054
Description:
Job Description
Job Title: IT Regional Area Manager - West
Department: Information Technology
Location: Hybrid/UT, WA, OR, CO
Reports To: Director of IT
Job Type: Full-time,
Travel: Multi-state region
Compensation:$103K to $130K Annually
Job Summary
The IT Regional Area Manager - West plays a critical role in scaling IT operations to support the company's rapid expansion in the Western U.S. This hands-on role involves providing leadership, technical expertise, and customer service according to company core values. Initially serving as the primary IT resource, the manager will transition to managing a regional team and IT projects, aligning IT operations with long-term growth and expansion strategies.
Essential Job Functions
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Work Environment
The work environment for the IT Regional Area Manager - West is dynamic and requires adaptability to various settings. The role involves travel within the assigned multi-state region, necessitating frequent site visits and IT support across Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Utah and Colorado. Flexible work arrangements are available, allowing for a mix of on-site and remote work to accommodate project demands and personal preferences. Due to the critical nature of IT operations, the position may require emergency support and off-hours availability to address urgent IT incidents and ensure the smooth functioning of systems.
About Us:
Versova is one of the largest egg producers in the United States, bringing together family-owned farms in Iowa, Ohio, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, and Colorado. With over six decades of industry experience, our team of more than 2,000 employees is dedicated to exceptional flock care, environmental stewardship, and producing safe, high-quality eggs. More than just a workplace, Versova is a team built on shared values, working together to enrich our communities and uphold the highest ethical standards.
As a family of companies and a company of families, we are guided by a strong set of Core Values: Recognition, Initiative, Safety Security, Service, Community, Respect, Integrity, Ownership, and Excellence. These values drive our commitment to responsible employment, sustainability, and industry innovation. When you join Versova, you become part of something bigger - working together to lead the future of egg production with integrity and excellence.
Benefits:
Posting Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.
Disclosure
This job description is not exhaustive, as employees may perform additional related duties as needed. Employment is based on an 'at-will' basis. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, as applicable to the role and in compliance with local, state, and federal laws.
Job Title: IT Regional Area Manager - West
Department: Information Technology
Location: Hybrid/UT, WA, OR, CO
Reports To: Director of IT
Job Type: Full-time,
Travel: Multi-state region
Compensation:$103K to $130K Annually
Job Summary
The IT Regional Area Manager - West plays a critical role in scaling IT operations to support the company's rapid expansion in the Western U.S. This hands-on role involves providing leadership, technical expertise, and customer service according to company core values. Initially serving as the primary IT resource, the manager will transition to managing a regional team and IT projects, aligning IT operations with long-term growth and expansion strategies.
Essential Job Functions
- Conduct initial assessments of IT infrastructure, systems, and support needs across newly acquired locations in Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Utah and Colorado.
- Provide hands-on support and technical guidance for the Western region, transitioning to a supervisory role as the team grows.
- Act as the primary point of contact between regional locations, IT staff, and the Director of IT.
- Develop and execute a strategic hiring plan to build out a regional IT support team.
- Ensure IT support services align with operational needs, gathering feedback and identifying areas for improvement.
- Establish and maintain regional IT performance metrics, ensuring consistent service levels and uptime.
- Serve as the region's technical escalation point for advanced troubleshooting and issue resolution.
- Contribute backend specialization in either networking or systems administration.
- Oversee and assist in maintaining hardware and software infrastructure, ensuring systems are up-to-date and secure.
- Support network security, system backup, disaster recovery planning, and cybersecurity initiatives.
- Plan and execute regional IT projects, ensuring alignment with corporate IT strategy.
- Collaborate with Business Unit Leaders to understand operational requirements and recommend IT solutions.
- Manage the implementation of new technologies, ensuring seamless integration with existing systems.
- Develop and maintain documentation for IT procedures, system configurations, and troubleshooting guidelines.
- Provide both on-site and remote IT support across multiple locations.
- Mentor and guide IT Support Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices.
- Troubleshoot technical issues and ensure timely resolution.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
- Strong leadership skills with proven experience in managing IT teams across multiple locations.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to travel within the region as needed to support local teams and business units.
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Required Qualifications
- At least 5+ years of IT experience with a strong background in IT operations and support.
- At least 2 years of proven leadership experience in managing IT teams.
- At least 2 years of technical expertise in either networking or systems administration.
- Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
- Project management experience overseeing IT initiatives from planning to execution.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in agriculture, food production, or manufacturing industries.
- IT certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, CCNA, MCSA
- Project Management certifications PMP, Agile or ScrumMaster
- Experience with Cisco, Palo Alto, modernization practices towards cloud computing platforms, ELT data practices, virtualization technologies, and cybersecurity frameworks.
Work Environment
The work environment for the IT Regional Area Manager - West is dynamic and requires adaptability to various settings. The role involves travel within the assigned multi-state region, necessitating frequent site visits and IT support across Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Utah and Colorado. Flexible work arrangements are available, allowing for a mix of on-site and remote work to accommodate project demands and personal preferences. Due to the critical nature of IT operations, the position may require emergency support and off-hours availability to address urgent IT incidents and ensure the smooth functioning of systems.
About Us:
Versova is one of the largest egg producers in the United States, bringing together family-owned farms in Iowa, Ohio, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, and Colorado. With over six decades of industry experience, our team of more than 2,000 employees is dedicated to exceptional flock care, environmental stewardship, and producing safe, high-quality eggs. More than just a workplace, Versova is a team built on shared values, working together to enrich our communities and uphold the highest ethical standards.
As a family of companies and a company of families, we are guided by a strong set of Core Values: Recognition, Initiative, Safety Security, Service, Community, Respect, Integrity, Ownership, and Excellence. These values drive our commitment to responsible employment, sustainability, and industry innovation. When you join Versova, you become part of something bigger - working together to lead the future of egg production with integrity and excellence.
Benefits:
- Regular performance reviews
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- HSA with company match
- Paid time Off
- Paid Holidays
- 401K with company match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
Posting Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.
Disclosure
This job description is not exhaustive, as employees may perform additional related duties as needed. Employment is based on an 'at-will' basis. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, as applicable to the role and in compliance with local, state, and federal laws.