Working America - Chief Technology Officer

Washington, DC

Full Time

Executive

About Working America

With 4 million members, Working America mobilizes working people who don’t have the benefit of a union at work to fight for good jobs and a fair economy. As the community affiliate of the AFL-CIO, we unite working people in urban and suburban communities around a shared economic agenda.

About the Chief Technology Officer position

The Chief Technology Officer leads the design and development of new technology systems, and tools for Working America to serve our organizational mission. The Chief Technology Officer also works in close collaboration with the Chief Information Officer on the assessment of Working America’s existing systems, processes, and tools.

Reports to: Executive Director

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

∙ Provide high-level strategic advice to Working America’s executive leadership on our technology architecture including but not limited to recommendations for exponential organizational expansion and growth;

∙ Lead the architecture/design and development of new technology systems, and tools to expand our organizational capacities and capabilities;

∙ Design and implement technological solutions, applications, automations, and systems and tools integrations that streamline workflows throughout the organization including integrations through the use of third-party APIs;

∙ Perform Research & Development activities to foster the continuous exploration of new technology that will benefit the organization;

∙ Establish strategic partnerships with technology vendors, labor technology leaders, and other progressive industry leaders to support innovation;

∙ Consider and assess new technologies for compatibility and interoperability across Working America’s systems, processes, and tools;

∙ Align technology architecture with organizational priorities;

∙ Effectively recommend hiring, promoting, demoting, disciplining, and termination of Technology staff;

∙ Perform hands-on development support for ongoing projects and efforts;

∙ Evaluate and manage consultant and vendor relationships and ensure that timelines are met effectively and efficiently; and

∙ Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and skills needed:

∙ 10+ years’ related work experience including the architecture, design, development and deployment of new technologies and leading technology teams;

∙ Expert knowledge of computer systems, networking, database, mass communication technologies, system reliabilities, and software algorithms;

∙ Experience management technology procurements to include documenting and reviewing statements of work and request for proposals;

∙ Knowledge of programming languages; ability to read and write code;

∙ Excellent abilities in strategic planning, direction, and goal setting that results in measurable outcomes;

∙ Demonstrable experience working in fast-paced and complex work environments both on site and remotely;

∙ Ability to use good judgment, take initiative, and make recommendations in resolving problems;

∙ Strong research and analytic skills;

∙ Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail;

∙ Ability to exercise a high level of discretion;

∙ Ability to estimate technical solutions; and

∙ Ability to work long and irregular hours as necessary.

Location

Washington, DC, in person 5 days/week at the national office at 815 16th St. NW Washington, DC

Position

∙ Full-time

∙ FLSA Classification: Exempt

The salary range is $160,000-$190,000. Includes medical insurance and 401(k) with employer contribution.

Working America is an equal opportunity employer. Working America is committed to building a diverse workforce and encourages applications from women, people of color, LGBTQIA and other non-conforming individuals, and individuals with disabilities.

To apply, please submit your resume and answer the application questions. We will review applications on a rolling basis.

This search is being led by NRG Consulting Group. Reach out to [email protected] with any questions.

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