IT Manager (Kankakee Valley REMC)

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

Who We Are

Thank you for your interest in Kankakee Valley REMC.

Located in Wanatah, Indiana, Kankakee Valley Rural Electric Membership Corporation (REMC) is a member-owned cooperative delivering power to more than 18,000 residential and commercial members across Lake, Porter, LaPorte, Marshall, Pulaski, St. Joseph, and Starke counties.

As a non-profit member cooperative, our members are also owners, entitled to benefits such as democratic control through board elections, strength through collaboration with other cooperatives locally and nationally, and the return of margins in the form of capital credits.

Our mission is to exceed the expectations of our cooperative family by fostering trust, education, and open communication. We stay true to our founding philosophy of serving those who would not otherwise be served and creating opportunities for generations to come.

Job Description

The IT Manager oversees and maintains the daily operations of the Information Technology department. This role ensures the stability, security, and efficiency of all technology systems while providing strategic leadership, guidance, and support to the IT team. The IT Manager will collaborate with other departments, manage projects and budgets, and ensure compliance with organizational and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

Provide leadership and direction to the IT department; assign and oversee job responsibilities.

Manage all IT-related service contracts, renewals, and subscriptions.

Develop and manage the IT department budget.

Coordinate cross-department projects and provide technology support for organizational initiatives.

Ensure business continuity and disaster recovery requirements are met and regularly tested.

Oversee IT-related compliance requirements and documentation.

Plan, manage, and coordinate IT-related projects, ensuring proper resource allocation and timely completion.

Develop, update, and implement IT-related policies, procedures, and best practices.

Purchase and coordinate IT-related equipment and services.

Maintain appropriate levels of cybersecurity protection and implement security policies and controls.

Ensure IT team members and employees receive adequate training to perform their duties effectively.

Oversee the organization’s fiber optic backbone network for smart-grid operations, ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and cybersecurity compliance.

Provide reports and updates on IT security, system performance, and strategic progress to leadership and the board as requested.

Evaluate current workflows and technologies to identify opportunities for improvement and efficiency. Recommend and implement technology solutions to support business needs and growth.

Qualifications

Skills and Abilities

Proven leadership and team management skills, including staff development and performance oversight.

Strong project management abilities with experience balancing multiple priorities and deadlines.

Excellent communication and collaboration skills across technical and non-technical teams.

Deep understanding of cybersecurity principles, data protection, and risk management.

Experience managing vendors, contracts, and technology budgets.

Highly organized with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Experience

Minimum of five (5) years of experience in Information Technology.

Management or supervisory experience required.

Education

High School Diploma required.

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience (minimum seven years in IT) may be considered.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Apply directly : https : / / jobs.smartrecruiters.com / WabashValleyPowerAlliance / 744000091383785 -it-manager-kankakee-valley-remc-

The deadline to apply is 11 : 45 p.m. CST on Monday, November 17, 2025.