Director of IT Job at Horizon Behavioral Health, Lynchburg, VA

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  • Horizon Behavioral Health
  • Lynchburg, VA

Job Description

Hours: full-time (37.5 hours per week)

Location: Lynchburg, VA 24501

Position Summary

The Director of IT ensures that IT and computer systems support Horizon's goals. The IT Director bridges the gap between IT and executive leadership to reduce costs, maximize efficiency and achieve Horizon's business goals. The IT Director is responsible for IT strategy and all systems required to support Horizon's information technology goals and objectives. This position is responsible for developing a clear IT strategy designed to align Horizon's technologies and business functions with a strategic vision. The IT Director proposes budgets for programs and projects, purchases and upgrades equipment, supervises IT/computer professionals and directs and organizes IT-related projects. The IT Director oversees the day-to-day operations of the IT Department. Also functions as the HIPAA Security Officer.

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor's Degree in a related field, such as computer science, computer information systems, IT Management or Database Administration. Master's in Business Administration preferred coupled with a computer-based degree.
Seven to ten years of related experience demonstrating the required knowledge, skills and abilities, with at least 5 years in an IT management role. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. Experience with Credible and/or Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) is a plus. Leadership and Development courses a plus.

Related Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must have a solid IT background; Excellent knowledge of IT systems and infrastructure; Strong IT leadership experience; Agile, strong project management experience; Strong strategic and business intelligence, including budgeting and business operations; Some background in designing/developing IT systems and planning IT implementation; Ability to keep abreast with the increasingly rapid pace of technology changes; Superior problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, along with good research and analysis skills; Knowledge of best computer security practices.

HORIZON ENVIRONMENT

Horizon Behavioral Health Community Services Board (CSB) is located in the beautiful heart of Central Virginia. Whether your passions be hiking the Appalachian Trails, kayaking the James River Blueways, or a Sunday drive along the world-famous Blue Ridge Parkway, Lynchburg Virginia offers small-town southern charm with an active culture of music festivals, outdoor activities, world-class performing arts and a revitalized downtown that placed it at the top of the list by Reviews.org as the 2019 best place for millennials to move. Horizon is also the proud recipient of Living in Lynchburg's 2021 Giving Back Award, Best of Lynchburg for Counseling Services for multiple consecutive years, and named Best Place to Work by Lynchburg Business Magazine in 2023, and again in 2024!

THE BEST BENEFITS FOR THOSE WHO TAKE CARE OF THE COMMUNITY

We're proud to offer some of the best benefits options in Central Virginia. Participation in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) is exclusively for public service workers in Virginia, while several options exist for life, health, dental, and vision insurance. Emphasis on work-life balance means a generous annual leave policy ensuring time for wellness with separate time allocated for sick leave and additionally for paid holidays. Stay active with Horizon's annual wellness programs and various opportunities to interact with the community through the year. Horizon's clinical sites are NHSC/HRSA approved for clinical student loan repayment, and qualify for both the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and the Behavioral Health State Loan Repayment (BHLRP) programs. If you are interested in continuing your education, working at Horizon qualifies you to receive discounts at some local universities.

To Apply - Please visit our online career center at

Horizon Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

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