Job Opening: IT Manager
Open Signal is seeking a warm and resourceful individual to join our team as IT Manager, a vital role in tending our network and broadcast technology systems and leading our small IT team in Portland, Oregon.
- Job Title: IT Manager
- Pay: $64,714 - $71,080 per year (DOE, pay is non-negotiable)
- Benefits: 100% coverage of employee health insurance premiums, optional dental insurance, employer paid Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long Term disability, employer-sponsored retirement plans (traditional and Roth 401K) with up to a 4% employer match, 11 paid holidays, an annual winter closure, and generous PTO
- Status: Full-Time (40 hours/week, non-exempt)
Reporting to the Director of Administration, the IT Manager is responsible for leading the organization’s technology function, overseeing IT operations, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and project implementation. This role combines strategic planning with hands-on technical leadership and team management. The ideal candidate will bring experience in IT operations and systems administration, a collaborative and equity-minded leadership style, and a passion for leveraging technology in support of community media and social justice.
Open Signal is Portland’s Community Media Center and public access broadcast station. Our mission is to nurture the change-making power of community media in service of a just and equitable world.
Instructions for Applicants
Interested candidates should submit the following via email to hr@opensignalpdx.org by 11:59 PM August 31st, 2025. Your subject line should be “Application_IT Manager_yourfullname.”
- Resume highlighting relevant experience and including 3 professional references.
- Cover Letter describing your personal interest in the position, alignment with Open Signal’s mission, and answers to the following questions:
- Open Signal has a social justice mission. What are some important considerations and practices that would inform your work as our IT Manager?
- This position requires frequent interpersonal communication and team building. What skills and traits do you possess to make you a strong candidate for this position?
- This position serves a complex and highly customized, open source technology infrastructure. Describe what makes you effective in this sort of structure.
We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool - because we know the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. Racial and gender equity is of utmost importance for our search. If you do not meet all of the required qualifications for this role but feel you can be a great addition to our team, please apply and let us know why we should meet you!
Primary Purpose
The IT Manager leads the technology function, overseeing IT operations, cybersecurity, infrastructure, and project delivery. This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on technical execution. Responsibilities include IT policy enforcement, roadmap management, budget input, and serving as technical lead and project manager for key initiatives.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
IT Strategy and Operations
- Develop and implement IT policies, procedures, and long-term plans
- Maintain compliance with cybersecurity regulations
- Manage the IT budget and provide input on IT expenditures
Team Leadership and Management
- Supervise and support IT staff
- Provide mentorship, feedback, and performance reviews
- Improve team workflows and documentation practices
Project Management and Technical Leadership
- Serve as technical lead for strategic initiatives
- Manage project timelines, resources, and risks
- Provide technical guidance and stakeholder communication
Other duties
- Participate at least 1 Open Signal committee;
- Participate in meetings and training as needed;
- Participate in a minimum of 10hrs of paid equity volunteering per year; ● Participate in ongoing educational opportunities as possible;
- Open or close building, including alarm system, and parking lot gate as needed;
- Attending ‘All Staff’ meetings;
- Other duties as assigned as related to the Primary Purpose of this position.
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of progressive experience in IT operations and project leadership.
- Demonstrated success managing and developing IT teams.
- Strong experience with IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, and system administration.
- Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects with cross-functional stakeholders.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Preferred:
- Experience in nonprofit or mission-driven organizations.
- Relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, CompTIA, Apple, or Linux admin certifications)
Employee Commitment to Equity
At Open Signal, we are deeply committed to fostering a workplace culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We recognize that achieving true equity requires ongoing education, reflection, and action. As such, we expect all staff members to actively engage in regular training opportunities, encouraging an environment where individuals continually challenge themselves to expand their understanding of equity issues. This commitment is not just a requirement but a shared responsibility as we strive to create a workplace that reflects and celebrates the richness of diverse perspectives. Through continuous learning and self-reflection, each staff member contributes to our collective journey towards greater equity and inclusivity. Together, we can build an organization that is not only aware of the challenges but actively working to dismantle barriers and create a more just and equitable community.