Mgr, Core Infrastructure Systems

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Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children’s Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.

Children’s Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City – a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children’s health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.

Overview

Manager, Core Infrastructure's purpose is to inspire, organize, and lead the team that enables stable operations of the organization's IT infrastructure. The Core Infrastructure Manager has a product ownership mindset to timely deliver efficient, stable and secure compute, backup, storage, monitoring, application engineering, and load balancing services. Manager also acts as a trusted partner and consultant to the Information Systems applications, cyber security and clinical/medical informatics teams. Manager will be responsible for continuing to inspire and develop world class teams, execution and delivery of their products and services, continuous engineering excellence and improvements, cultivating and maintaining our strong culture, and partnership across the organization.

At Children’s Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.

Additionally, it’s important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children’s Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

Responsibilities

• Directs the day-to-day operations and actively leads, inspires, coaches and mentors the Core Infrastructure team for growth
• Provide friendly, concise, and informed technical support for Information Systems staff, end users, and all hospital staff.
• Works with Information Systems engineering, architectural and management staff to design, select, and implement efficient, stable and secure technologies.
• Manages the overall health and performance of the organization's technology infrastructure.
• Maintains technical competency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and 3-5 years experience This is a technical management position requiring the ability to make decisions based upon the analysis of complex systems which can only be developed through post-secondary education or extensive experience in the field. OR
• High School diploma, or equivalent, and 7 or more years experience. This is a technical management position requiring the ability to make decisions based upon the analysis of complex systems which can only be developed through post-secondary education or extensive experience in the field.
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Preferred
  • Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Preferred
  • Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) Preferred
  • Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) Preferred
  • Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) Preferred
  • Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) Preferred

Benefits at Children's Mercy

The benefits plans at Children’s Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.

Starting Pay

Our pay ranges are market competitive. The pay range for this job begins at $55.70/hr, but your offer will be determined based on your education and experience.

Remote Work/Work from Home

This position is entirely remote or work-from-home. The person hired must live in the Kansas City metro area and may attend on-site meetings, as scheduled.

EEO Employer/Disabled/Vet

Children’s Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation all are factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children’s Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.