The Pew Charitable Trusts Hiring for Operations Manager (Senior Officer, Operations) at Washington, DC Full Time

Senior Officer, Information Technology Business Operations (Hybrid)

Position Overview

The Senior Officer, Information Technology Business Operations, oversees the proper functioning of the business of Information Technology, including procurement and asset management, contracts, vendor management, and budgets. Additionally, the position oversees and verifies that proper business controls, procedures, and policies function correctly. This position will provide business leadership and guidance to the department members and liaise with Finance and other departments. The position reports to the Vice President, Information Technology, and Chief Information Officer.

Responsibilities

• Manages the day-to-day business operations of IT, including review of contracts, invoices, bills, and monthly financial reports.
• Analyzes IT’s business processes and leads the review of internal controls, policies, and procedures to ensure IT adheres to sound business practices.
• Manages the lifecycle of all IT contracts. Supports team members responsible for developing contracts and ensures that applicable policies and procedures are respected and financial transactions are correctly processed.
• Oversees the department’s asset management program and ensures compliance with existing policies and procedures. Verifies the results of periodic asset inventories.
• Manages the department’s procurement program and manages relationships with suppliers. In conjunction with department leadership, plan competitive bid efforts and assist by bringing a business focus to these technical efforts.
• Maintains budgets and tracks spending for units within IT. Analyzes and reports on budget and spending trends. Supports the annual IT budget process, including tracking commitments and encumbrances, making projections, and preparing reports for leadership.
• Collaborate with project managers on the financial aspects of significant information technology projects.
• Provide quarterly reports to the CIO and information technology leadership regarding the department’s financial operations.

Requirements

• Experienced in the financial operations of a department or organization, including contract development and management, procurement through payment, asset management, accounts payable, financial policies, procedures, and controls.
• Demonstrated experience working collaboratively with multiple teams and personnel, including participating in multiple projects and programs concurrently.
• Strong judgment and discretion, with an ability to make decisions, justify recommendations, and be responsive and transparent with colleagues and partners.
• Strong interpersonal skills. An excellent listener who can collaborate and work productively and diplomatically with a wide array of different people.
• Experience navigating a complex institution and developing strong internal relationships.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Generally, requires eight years of related experience or a bachelor’s degree. Two years of experience with asset management, procurement, contracts, vendor management, and budgets. Experience in the nonprofit, government, or private sector preferred.

Travel

Occasional travel to Pew’s offices as required. Additional travel may be required to attend training, seminars, or conferences.

Total Rewards

We offer a competitive salary and benefit program, including: comprehensive, affordable health care through medical, dental, and vision coverage; financial security with life and disability insurance; opportunities to save using health savings and flexible spending accounts; retirement benefits to help prepare for the future; and work/life benefits to maintain a good balance.

The Pew Charitable Trusts is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Pew considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, sex, ethnicity, religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, military/veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.