At UP Health System - Portage, providing an excellent patient experience is at the heart of everything we do. This includes not only providing the highest quality patient care, but offering exemplary customer service by creating an environment that puts our patients at ease. We accomplish this by embodying a patient-centric culture while supporting positivity and the growth of our employees both professionally and personally. We are seeking an enthusiastic leader to oversee the IT Department in collaboration with the staff and CEO to fulfill the goals and objectives of the department consistent with the mission, vision, and organization values of UP Health System - Portage. The Director of Information Technology will lead the day-to-day functions of the department by aligning technology initiatives with business goals. This role oversees infrastructure, cybersecurity, enterprise applications, service delivery, and vendor management, ensuring a secure and efficient technology environment. Required Skills: • Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. • Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. • Works independently with proven organizational skills and attention to detail • Must be able to prioritize multiple tasks and exercise sound judgment • Demonstrates proficiency in verbal and written communication skills • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact effectively and professionally with individuals at all levels; both internal and external • Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) Position Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field or Bachelor’s degree with relevant experience required Minimum of 3 years IT experience required Minimum of 3 years working in healthcare setting preferred Minimum of 2 years leadership experience preferred Annual influenza vaccination or declination required Position Details: 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week) Exempt Weekdays only Day shift **Job:** **IT/IS* **Organization:** ** **Title:** *Director - Information Technology* **Location:** *Michigan-Hancock* **Requisition ID:** *7459-4478*