Job description

Position: IT Manager
Status: Regular, Full Time, Exempt with Benefits
Reports to: Vice President of Operations
Salary Range: $110,000 - $125,000
Apply At: itmanager@mmt.org
Preferred start: April/May
Type: Hybrid (Tues-Thurs in-office, optional remote Mon, Fri)
Deadline:This position is open until filled. Applications received by March 30 will receive priority review.

Position Summary
The Information Technology (IT) Manager provides day-to-day leadership for Meyer’s technology environment. This role is responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, integrity and availability of organizational data and systems through strong security practices, compliance oversight and resilient IT operations. Meyer operates primarily within an Apple-based technology environment. The manager will supervise staff and help oversee vendors, policy implementation and budgets, ensuring that technology resources support Meyer’s mission and staff effectiveness. This role will help lead how Meyer engages artificial intelligence (AI) tools to enhance efficiency, data-informed decision-making and responsible innovation.

Duties and Responsibilities
Technology Operations
Develops and manages a secure, reliable and scalable IT environment, balancing on-premises systems and cloud services to meet Meyer’s needs.
Defines technology priorities and strategies aligned with Meyer’s goals and mission.
Oversees day-to-day IT operations, including networks, servers, endpoints, cloud platforms (e.g., Google Workspace) and telecommunications.
Evaluates new technologies and advises leadership on opportunities to improve efficiency, collaboration and data-driven decision making.
Leads vendor selection, negotiates contracts and manages vendor performance, including managed service providers and cloud service partners.
Develops and maintains IT technology-related policies, access management practices and data governance.
Serves as the organization’s lead for data security.
Ensures compliance with applicable data protection laws and industry standards (e.g., SOC 2, NIST, HIPAA as relevant).
Oversees penetration testing, vulnerability management and incident response planning.
Participates in business continuity and disaster recovery planning, testing and execution.
Manages ongoing security awareness and phishing training for staff and trustees.
Promotes digital literacy and provides training/support to non-IT staff to ensure effective and secure use of technology.

Artificial Intelligence
Monitor and update Meyer’s AI policies for responsible, ethical and secure use of AI technologies.
Identifies opportunities where AI tools can improve efficiency, reduce operational costs and enhance staff capacity.
Partners with leadership and staff to pilot and scale AI-enabled solutions across teams.
Monitors emerging AI technologies and advises leadership on risks, opportunities and long-term implications.

People Management
Leads designs and develops IT staff, fostering a supportive and collaborative team environment.
Establishes performance goals, provides feedback and supports professional growth through training and certifications.

Budget Management
Develops and helps oversee the IT budget, ensuring cost-effective use of resources.
Forecasts technology needs and plans for upgrades and investments to support long-term organizational success.
Monitors vendor invoices, contract renewals and service level agreements for compliance and value.

Cross-Team Collaboration
Support Meyer staff to use relevant IT tools and processes as they incorporate new methods of planning, assessment and continual improvement into their work.
Proactively identify areas of technology learning through positive relationship building with staff.
Foster collaboration between IT and all Meyer teams to ensure alignment and effective knowledge sharing.
Experience and Competencies
Broad knowledge of IT operations including networks, servers, cloud platforms and SaaS applications.
Strong expertise in information security practices, risk management and compliance frameworks.
Demonstrated experience evaluating and implementing AI or automation tools at an organizational level.
Ability to translate rapidly evolving AI capabilities into practical, mission-aligned applications.
Demonstrated success managing teams.
Experience with vendor and contract management, including managed service providers.
Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in diverse IT environments.
Ability to communicate technical concepts effectively to non-technical audiences.

Preferred:
Familiarity with philanthropic or nonprofit sector operations.
Certifications in IT management or security (e.g., CISSP, Security+, CISM, ITIL).

To Apply
Please submit a resume and cover letter to itmanager@mmt.org by March 30, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.

Meyer Memorial Trust

Meyer advances racial, social, and economic justice in Oregon.