Griffin Media VP of Technology
- Oklahoma City, OK
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Technology Strategy and Planning:
- Develop and articulate the technology vision, strategy, and roadmap in alignment with the organization's overall goals and objectives.
- Identify emerging technologies, trends, and opportunities to drive innovation and competitive advantage.
- Collaborate with senior leadership, stakeholders, and business units to prioritize technology investments and initiatives.
- Team Leadership and Talent Development:
- Lead, mentor, and empower a dynamic technology team, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous growth.
- Recruit top-tier talent, facilitate seamless onboarding, and provide ongoing professional development opportunities to ensure the team remains adept at executing the technology strategy.
- Provide coaching, feedback, and professional development opportunities to team members to support their growth and career advancement.
- Technology Architecture and Infrastructure:
- Define and implement scalable, resilient, and secure technology architecture, infrastructure, and systems to cater to present and future business needs.
- Evaluate and select cutting-edge technologies, platforms, and vendors that align with organizational requirements and objectives.
- Guarantee the robustness, reliability, and availability of technology systems through meticulous design, implementation, and maintenance protocols.
- Software Development and Engineering:
- Oversee the conception and delivery of top-tier software solutions and products from strategic partners, leveraging best practices in software engineering and development methodologies.
- Champion innovation in software development processes, tools, and techniques to enhance efficiency, velocity, and quality of delivery.
- Collaborate seamlessly with product management, developers, and other stakeholders to translate business imperatives into technically robust solutions.
- IT Operations and Security:
- Establish and uphold rigorous IT operations standards, policies, and procedures to uphold operational excellence and regulatory compliance.
- Implement robust cybersecurity measures, company education, and protocols to safeguard organizational assets, data, and intellectual property.
- Proactively monitor and mitigate technology risks, vulnerabilities, and incidents through strategic risk management and incident response frameworks.
- Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards, staying abreast of cybersecurity best practices and evolving threats.
- Stakeholder Engagement and Communication:
- Act as a fervent technology evangelist and advocate, fostering awareness and appreciation of technology capabilities, opportunities, and impact throughout the organization.
- Disseminate technology strategy, initiatives, and accomplishments to senior leadership, the board of directors, and other key stakeholders.
- Cultivate and nurture strategic alliances with external technology providers, industry consortia, and academia to foster innovation and collaborative ventures.
- Production Operations
- Provide strategic leadership and direction for the production departments at both the Oklahoma City and Tulsa stations.
- Supervise and collaborate with the Directors of Broadcast Automation to ensure consistent, high-quality output across both locations.
- Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the production teams
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned, including driving an automobile for company business.
- Humble: A habit of sharing successes, putting the team first, and working for the good of the team. A “we” not “me” attitude. The ability to give and receive constructive criticism. Observe and employ the Golden Rule.
- Hungry: Exhibit a strong work ethic, drive, and willingness to take initiative.
- Smart: The virtue of being interpersonally smart about the interactions and relationships of those you encounter.
- Positive Attitude: Exhibited by focusing on opportunities not problems, see the glass as half-full not half-empty.
- Sense of Urgency: How we react and respond.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field; advanced degree (e.g., MBA, MS) preferred.
- Extensive experience in technology leadership roles, demonstrating a proven track record of driving digital transformation and delivering business value through technology.
- Profound technical acumen spanning software development, systems architecture, infrastructure, and IT operations.
- Exceptional leadership and management capabilities, adept at inspiring and motivating multifaceted teams.
- Strategic mindset with a knack for problem-solving, innovation, and continuous improvement.
- Superlative communication and interpersonal skills, coupled with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders across all organizational echelons.
- Sound judgment, decision-making prowess, and adeptness at navigating complex and dynamic environments.
- Strong business acumen and an innate grasp of industry trends, competitive landscapes, and market dynamics.
- Must have, or be able to obtain, a valid Oklahoma driver’s license and have a driving record acceptable to the company.
- Ability to perform other job-related duties as assigned.
- Capable of handling the physical and mental requirements including:
- ability to verbally communicate in English
- ability to read computer monitor information (words and data)
- ability to hear detailed spoken word
- ability to remain sedentary and to travel to work location
- ability to perform manual dexterity tasks with hands, fingers
- ability to analyze data, concentrate, reason, and write
- ability to perform under emotional stress
- ability to lift 10 pounds unaided