IT Director I

The IT Director I serves as the IT liaison for each department in an organization. Understands all business processes for their business discipline and provides technology guidance to ensure maximum ROI for IT business strategy requirements. Facilitates and serves as a lead for the planning and execution of initiatives to enable the organization to achieve objectives through the effective use of technology. Communicates decisions, priorities, and relevant project information to appropriate levels of staff regarding service requests, projects, and initiatives. With the VP IT, CIO and business partners, develops long-term systems and strategic growth plans. Develops and executes vision and strategy aligned with the company’s business goals. Plans and manages a respective portfolio of IT and business process work based on discipline. Recruits, selects, coaches, and develops team leadership, engineering, and support staff within vertical team. Assists with managing professional growth and development plans along with functional manager(s). Primary Job Responsibilities Provide strategic leadership and support for Pulte's marketing technology experience, ensuring alignment with the organization's objectives. Develop and implement IT strategies that align with marketing goals to enhance customer-facing functionality and consumer experience. Oversee the development and maintenance of customer-facing applications, ensuring they are user-friendly and meet customer needs. Collaborate with the Marketing leadership to understand their requirements and deliver IT solutions that enhance customers throughout the home buying journey. Builds and fosters business partnerships and maintains ongoing business relationships. Serves as the point of contact for business area relationships. Manage the implementation, maintenance, and optimization of marketing systems to improve efficiency and compliance. Translates high-level strategy and product direction into business solutions. Ensures business objectives and operating model are understood and factored into IT strategy. Defines key strategies for the IT delivery model of an organization. Works with financial leadership on annual IT budgets and forecasts. Works with architects to understand innovative technology trends and forecast future IT infrastructure requirements. Leads stakeholder (internal and, when appropriate, external) business planning and strategy meetings. Works with senior leadership to develop team goals in line with department objectives. Conducts performance and development reviews per HR guidelines. Takes corrective actions, including Performance Improvement Plans and terminations, when necessary. Translates and champions IT functional strategy to vertical discipline. Other duties as assigned. Management Responsibilities Ensures appropriate staffing to meet department needs. Utilizes recruiting and selection tools/processes to build organizational talent. Delegates work according to employee’s abilities and skills. Evaluates employee’s performance and plans for compensation actions in accordance with that performance. Provides opportunities through identification of internal and external training opportunities. Creates opportunities for employee growth. Provides continuous coaching with regard to functional and leadership standards (technical skills and behaviors). Scope Decision Impact: Corporate Department Responsibility: Single Budgetary Responsibility: Yes Direct Reports: Yes Indirect Reports: Yes Physical Requirements: Not applicable Required Education/Experience Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business or a related field, or equivalent work experience. Experience leading complex projects supporting customer-facing websites with multiple brands, Email marketing technologies, content management platforms, and Customer Experience related initiatives. Minimum of 6 years of progressive technical experience. Minimum of 8 years of progressive leadership experience. Thorough knowledge of software development lifecycle and project management methodologies. Broad understanding of business practices and operations. Ability to work autonomously. Required Licensing, Registration and/or Certifications Not applicable Required Skills/Knowledge Ability to connect IT and Marketing departments, ensuring technical solutions meet business and customer needs. Exceptional analytical skills. Good written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency with MS Office / MS Office 365 tools including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, OneNote, SharePoint. 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and through any means other than via our Applicant Tracking System. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will provide a reasonable accommodation to a qualified applicant with a disability that will enable the individual to have an equal opportunity to participate in the application process and to be considered for a job.

Pulte Homes of Minnesota is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer.

At PulteGroup, our vision is to be the most respected homebuilder in America. Through inspired employees, exceptional customer service, superior operational execution, and a foresight for the future, we can build incredible places where people can live their dreams. We are committed to providing work that moves you, trust that empowers you, and a company that brings you pride and opportunities to grow. We are proud to be recognized as one of Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work in 2021, Fortune’s Best Workplace for Women in 2020, and certified as a Great Place to Work 2019-2021.

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