Network Operations SupervisorLocation: This opportunity is available in the Corning, NY and greater Wilmington, NC areas. Remote work options will also be considered in the surrounding areas in NY and NC. Corning Credit Union is seeking a Network Operations Supervisor to join our IT Team. Corning Credit Union (CCU) is one of the leading credit unions in the nation with $2.4 billion in assets and more than 160,000 members worldwide. Headquartered in Corning, NY, we also have facilities in Wilmington, NC, Myrtle Beach, SC, and Franklin County, PA. We exist solely to serve our members. We're committed to helping our members prosper by being a trusted advisor for financial services. We are also committed to fostering a strong service culture within the organization. Teamwork, open communication, and valuing the individual are just a few of the key performance standards that help us provide an exceptional work environment for our outstanding team. If you share our passion for serving others, then CCU is the place for you to build a rewarding career. In addition to the vast opportunities that exist within the organization, CCU also offers a competitive base salary and annual bonus plan along with an exceptional benefits package. With a strong emphasis on our team and dedication to excellent customer service, Corning Credit Union continues to be an employer of choice across the markets we serve. Role Summary: The Network Operations Supervisor is responsible for ensuring both the strategic and tactical direction of the information technology network infrastructure. The supervisor oversees the daily operations of the data processing environment, governs network related projects and provides insight on new technologies. Essential Job Duties In addition to providing exceptional service and adhering to all Credit Union performance standards, department service standards, and the Leadership Commitment, the following job duties apply:
- Encourages and guides the personal and technical development of the Network Team. Leads by example and empowers individuals to make necessary decisions within their functional areas of expertise, allowing for growth and personal accountability.
- Takes an individual approach to coaching staff, recognizing each individual learns technical skills, develops professional skills, and retains information at a different rate.
- Maintains a high degree of operational involvement to ensure quality, consistency, and stability of the Credit Union's data processing environment.
- Sets goals and expectations of project resources. Effectively delegates and distributes workload, holds team members accountable for tasks and regularly reports status to key stakeholders including Senior Management.
- Develops and maintains strategic planning documents concerning upgrades, enhancements, and new technology. Works with other IT Leadership to set overall directions of information technology strategies.
- Works with the overall management team to set priorities of corporate initiatives across the organization, coordinates with IT Leadership to set priorities for IT initiatives and establishes goals and objectives with the network team related to these initiatives.
- Ensures that end-user support is provided in a high-quality manner that is in keeping with the Credit Union's service-based philosophy, culture, and Performance Standards.
- Assists with all aspects of the budget process for relevant general ledgers accounts associated with the operations of IT. Participates in the analysis of the operational budget for cost savings opportunities. Works with Senior Management to establish the capital budget and regularly reports on fluctuations.
- Keeps current with technology skills. Understands the details of operations, interconnectivity, and architecture of the Corning Credit Union data processing environment.
- Maintains a solid working relationship with external vendors. Has the ability to understand and negotiate contracts for services. Keeps all contracts up to date and leverages new vendors when needs arise.
- Recognizes their personal developmental needs and is proactive in obtaining the coaching, networking, and training needed to ensure their continued success in the position.
- Creates a working environment that is conducive to two-way communication, teamwork, and learning.
- Openly supports the organization, the rest of the management team and the Senior Management team even during times of adversity.
- Utilizes open communication and managerial courage to ensure that the standards, expectations, and goals of the organization are respected and upheld.
- Acts as a change agent and drives the department and business forward using effective management, analysis, and strategic skills.
- Monitor industry trends and best practices to ensure that the credit union's network infrastructure remains current and effective and recommend enhancements or modifications as needed.
- Maintain an acute awareness of impending changes within the organization and participate in the change management process as appropriate.
- Also assumes responsibility for additional projects or duties as required or assigned.
Required Competencies
- Possesses strong collaboration and people skills. Capable of adapting the approach to reach and develop others effectively. Leverages these skills and functional knowledge to earn and maintain high credibility with the team.
- Has a solid technical background with networking protocols, endpoint controls, network security devices and encryption. Must understand OS-level security, system hardening and patching.
- Leverages detailed understanding of the flow of data, the impact of errors and the downstream effects that system interruptions have on the team and our members.
- Has the ability to forecast system growth, through trending analytics to stay ahead of potential bottlenecks, system resource constraints and new technologies. Plans upgrade timelines, introduces state-of-the-art technologies while maintaining frugal budgetary practices.
- Possesses thorough knowledge of network infrastructure (layer 2/3 devices, wireless, telephony devices, public and private network mediums, access controls).
- Possesses exceptional research and analytical skills.
- Possesses an intermediate level understanding of corporate business units within and outside of IT to identify and understand digital communication needs.
- Is a strong independent performer with the ability to work effectively with a team.
- Has excellent judgment and the ability to make quick decisions and think creatively when working with complex situations.
- Has exceptional initiative and is consistently challenging the status quo.
- Possesses strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to conduct presentations and to effectively relay information to all levels of the organization.
- Possesses strong organization and time management skills and has the ability to multi-task and prioritize workload in a high-pressure environment.
- Demonstrates a high level of flexibility and is capable of managing diverse and multiple projects.
- Effectively manages stress in a constantly changing environment.
Education Requirements
- A Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field required; commensurate work experience will also be considered.
Experience Requirements
- 5+ Years of related experience required
Communication Skills Requirements
- The ability to read and comprehend moderate to advanced instructions and correspondence.
- The ability to write moderate to advanced correspondence within professional etiquette standards.
- The ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and group situations.
Physical Requirements Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the role.
- Ability to work within a moderately noisy, fast paced environment.
- Regular use of computer required.
- Lifting requirement exceeds 10 pounds. (15 if MSR, 20 for IT, 30 Facilities)
- Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and the ability to adjust focus from close range to long range.
Compensation - The Network Operations Supervisor pay range is $95,000 - $145,000 per year. Hiring rates are dependent on several factors, including years of related work experience, education, and geographic location. Corning Credit Union also offers an annual bonus plan as part of its comprehensive compensation package. Additionally, most roles have further levels providing added growth opportunities and earnings potential. An Equal Opportunity Employer. Corning Credit Union values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Pay transparency nondiscrimination provision. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c). ADP Privacy Policy | ADP Legal Policy