Sr Manager, Systems Administration (IT)

At DaVita, we find that our best leaders are those who create an inspiring vision for the future and empowers their team to achieve success. They have always enjoyed tackling difficult problems and believe that the best way to solve them is through collaborative, team efforts. They take ownership of results and instill accountability in those they lead. They are driven, strong communicators, relationship builders, and find real fulfillment in challenging work.

Sound like you? Then you might be a great fit for Senior Manager, Systems Administration (IT) with DaVita.

Here's what you can expect as a Senior Manager, Systems Administration (IT) Manager at DaVita:

Duties and Responsibilities

• Plans and prioritizes day-to-day work

• Manages group ticket queue

• Tracks project tasks and ensures timely completion

• Tracks and completes administrative activities (time sheets, project updates, etc.)

• Utilizes effective hands-on management techniques to reinforce relevant business objectives and performance standards, ensuring effective team performance

• Supports key performance measures by setting and communicating goals and providing constructive feedback, to create a high-performance culture

• Effectively communicates management decisions to achieve understanding and acceptance of changes and direction, demonstrates good judgment in selecting the proper mode of communication (verbal and/or written) and follows through to ensure understanding

• Demonstrates and conveys a favorable image of the organization by exhibiting professionalism and diplomacy while carrying out Village objectives

• Works side-by-side with other IT teams to help meet key objectives of the Village and rollout of new initiatives, programs, systems, automation enhancements, etc.

• Works closely with People Services to ensure understanding and proper application of policies and procedures

• Participates in recruiting, selecting and orientating new employees to the team

• Completes ad-hoc projects and other related duties as required

• Supervisors will work full time and will be required to participate in of-hours support activities

Job Qualifications

• Associates degree in CS/CE/CIS/MIS or Engineering/Technology or related field or equivalent experience/training

• Basic understanding of all infrastructure components and their role in an enterprise architecture

• Demonstrated ability to work independently

• Knowledgeable about hardware and operating system monitoring

• 6 - 8 years IT Infrastructure experience preferred with a strong working knowledge of IT system fundamentals

• Outstanding leadership capabilities, with ability to lead, train, develop, and motivate a team

• Management experience preferred

• Demonstrated analytical skills, efficiently diagnose an issue and implement or propose a solution

• Ability to implement break-fix solutions

• Demonstrated ability to positively lead a team, in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Strong presentation skills

Here is what you can expect when you join our Village:
• A "community first, company second" culture based on Core Values that really matter.
• Clinical outcomes consistently ranked above the national average.
• Award-winning education and training across multiple career paths to help you reach your potential.
• Performance-based rewards based on stellar individual and team contributions.
• A comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance your health, your financial well-being and your future.
• Dedication, above all, to caring for patients suffering from chronic kidney failure across the nation. Enter text here

Join us as we pursue our vision "To Build the Greatest Healthcare Community the World has Ever Seen."

Why wait? Explore a career with DaVita today.

Go to http://careers.davita.com to learn more or apply.

What We’ll Provide:

More than just pay, our DaVita Rewards package connects teammates to what matters most. Teammates are eligible to begin receiving benefits on the first day of the month following or coinciding with one month of continuous employment. Below are some of our benefit offerings.

• Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash out

• Support for you and your family: Family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access Headspace®, backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave and more

• Professional development programs: DaVita offers a variety of programs to help strong performers grow within their career and also offers on-demand virtual leadership and development courses through DaVita’s online training platform StarLearning.