Director of Information Technology

Description:

Shape the Future of Community Banking!

Join our team as the Director of IT, where you’ll set the vision and lead all technology initiatives for a forward-thinking community bank. Drive innovation, implement emerging technologies—including AI—and ensure seamless, secure experiences for both our team and customers.

What You’ll Do:

• Build and execute our IT strategy in alignment with business goals.
• Manage IT budgets and vendor relationships.
• Support regulatory compliance, cybersecurity, and risk management in partnership with specialized teams.
• Lead digital transformation and spearhead AI initiatives.
• Ensure secure, reliable, and user-friendly technology for both employees and customers.
• Recruit, develop, and empower a talented IT team

Reporting To: Chief Operations Officer
Direct Reports: IT Team, System Admins, Support Staff

Why Join Us?

• A culture rooted in purpose: Empowering Your Journey to Success.
• A company that puts people before process and values-driven leadership at the forefront.
• Executive-level influence, strategic impact, and meaningful community involvement.
• Competitive compensation and benefits to match your experience and impact.

About Us:

At ABC Bank, we are committed to Growing Relationships, Simplifying the Process, and Doing the Right Thing in everything we do.

We believe that building strong, long-term relationships with our customers, employees, and community is at the heart of every success. Our approach is centered around understanding the unique needs of those we serve, fostering trust, and providing personalized solutions. By focusing on the human side of business, we create connections that last and continue Growing Relationships.

We also understand that navigating the world of finance can be complex. That’s why we are dedicated to Simplifying the Process for our customers. We aim to make every interaction clear and straightforward, breaking down barriers and making financial decisions easier to understand and execute.

At the core of our company is a commitment to Doing the Right Thing—always. Whether it's in our relationships with customers, the services we provide, or the decisions we make, we prioritize integrity and ethical practices. We hold ourselves to the highest standards, ensuring that every choice we make reflects our values and the trust our customers place in us.

Join us and be part of a team that is driven by these values—where growth, simplicity, and integrity define our path forward.

Requirements:

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s in IT, Computer Science, or related field
• 7+ years in IT, 3+ in leadership (financial services required)
• Deep knowledge of banking tech, regulations, and security
• Strong communication, leadership, and vendor management skills
• AI and digital transformation experience a plus

If you are unable to submit your application electronically, you may contact the Human Resources Department at 806-775-5000 so that we may assist you. Our Company assures that all applicants for employment and all of its employees are given equal consideration based solely on job related factors, such as qualifications, performance and availability. Such equal consideration applies to all personnel actions, including, but not limited to, recruitment, selection, appointment, job assignment, training, promotion, merit increases, demotion, termination, pay rates and fringe benefits.

The company commits to a rigorous and planned effort to encourage men and women of every race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other non-job-related characteristic to find happy, vital and productive job fulfillment at all levels of our company.

Qualified applicants will be required to have a drug screen in addition to background, credit, and reference checks.