RDU Airport Authority provides a world-class customer experience for millions of passengers traveling to or through the airport. Our organization honors leadership, integrity, teamwork, excellence and respect. We’re known for innovation, and we need skilled professionals to match our team. Here at RDU, we’ve created a culture that attracts bright, passionate and caring people who sincerely want to do their best for our internal and external partners. Our organization offers a dynamic, fast-paced environment that promotes teamwork, creativity and collaboration. As a team member at RDU, you can expect to make a difference through your work, to have a direct impact on the achievement of a very meaningful mission, to advance your career trajectory, and to have room for fun and fulfillment in your daily life.
Does this sound like the challenge that you have been searching for? If so, please consider applying for the Director of Network Infrastructure position at the Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority. The Director of Network Infrastructure directs and maintains a comprehensive network, telephony, server, storage, and infrastructure strategy for the Information Services Division at the Airport Authority. Plans for the long- and short-term range IT related infrastructure projects for the airport. If you are interested in working for a rapidly expanding, medium-sized local government organization that provides great benefits, opportunities to advance, and free parking, then RDU may be your next and best career move!
At RDU, your career goals guide our efforts. Most importantly, here at RDU, we fly high and help people find freedom. Freedom to land in a place that fits today, and one that fits in the future. Freedom to find clarity in chaos, to lean into transition and achieve growth. Freedom to thrive, on both sides of the equation. RDU provides an opportunity to work with an awesome team, all dedicated to our core values of Learning, Integrity, Team, Excellence, and Respect.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Implements long and short-range goals for the Information Services Division.
Maintains collaboration and integration for networks, telephony, systems, security and operational functions.
Maintains a close working partnership with IT Business and security functions to ensure end to end IT compatibility and synergy, along with seamless integrations.
Plans, develops, and implements a comprehensive Hardware System Portfolio and lifecycle management program.
Plans, develops, and implements a comprehensive network, telephony, server and infrastructure integration.
Manages the acquisition and installation of all infrastructure technology components.
Responsible for network, server, security and storage infrastructure up-time to agreed-upon service levels.
Directs and coordinates budgetary input to the Vice Presidents and Chief Information Officer.
Supervises the activities of assigned IS support staff. Prepares and applies performance evaluations on assigned staff. Mentors and advises employees in department on technical issues and approaches, as well as career development.
Directs technical support to a wide variety of users related to IS.
Manages the input, analysis, and recommendations to determine the hardware, software, and automated systems configurations needed by the Authority.
Works with all Authority business units to implement appropriate technologies in campus-wide projects.
Directs the creation and implementation of related IT policies and procedures.
Directs the development and updating of a comprehensive disaster recovery plan to ensure continuity of operations related to infrastructure.
Provides reports, business analysis, and recommendations, as required by the Authority.
Directs the preparation of contracts and bid specifications. Meets with vendors and contractors for information technology related procurements.
Identifies information system infrastructure enhancements that will improve business processes and support current and future business needs.
Liaisons with other Authority business units to clarify information technology requirements, program objectives, analyze current operational procedures, identify challenges, and suggests/validate potential solutions.
Performs related work as required.
COMPETENCIES
Knowledge of:
Current and new technologies including VMware, Cisco, Storage Area Networks
Principles and practices of employee supervision
English grammar, spelling, punctuation
Airport operations and best practices
Project management principles
Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment
Skill in:
Organization and time management
Critical thinking
Negotiation
Interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships
Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
Performing basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and ratios
Assigning, prioritizing, monitoring, and reviewing work assignments
Ability to:
Identify and recommend emerging technologies
Prepare and maintain operating, capital, and project budgets
Meet schedules and deadlines of the work
Provide effective communications in written and oral formats, tailored to the intended audience
Understand and carry out oral and written directions
Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files
Maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries
Preferred Licenses or Certifications:
PMI, CCNA, CCNP, VMware
Hiring Range:
$100,623.52 - $141,715.87
RDU Benefits:
At RDU, you’re not just a blip on the radar. We appreciate you and care about your health, happiness and future. Here’s a snapshot of our awesome benefits!
Work-Life Harmony
Paid Vacation Leave
Paid Sick Leave
11 Paid Holidays
Flexible Holiday Options
Health and Wellness
Comprehensive Wellness Program
On-site Fitness Classes & Employee Fitness Center Access
Health Savings Account (HSA) – with matching employer contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts – medical and dependent care options
Opportunities for employer paid or discounted insurance plans
Financial Wellness
Tuition assistance and career development
Shift Differential pay
401(k) plan, Traditional and Roth options – with matching employer contributions
457(b) plan, Traditional and Roth options
NC Pension Retirement Pan
Employee Discounts – cell phone service plans, RDU Airport Terminal stores and restaurants
WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS
The work environment and exposures described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Positions in this class typically require manual dexterity, talking, hearing, seeing, grasping, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and repetitive motions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The position is generally sedentary. Employees sit most of the time but may walk or stand for brief periods of time.
Education
Required
Bachelors or better in Information Technology or related field
Skills
Preferred
Written Communication
Verbal Communication
Leadership
Planning & Organization
Time Management
Negotiating
Critical Thinking
Behaviors
Preferred
Respectful: Treats everyone with honesty and dignity
Results Driven: Utilizes all available resources effectively in delivering desired results
Knowledgable: Understands job and complies with policies and procedures
Collaborative: Supports organization and team goals
Active Listener: Listen effectively and understand the topic at hand
Motivations
Preferred
Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
Entrepreneurial Spirit: Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the business
Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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)
