IT Director

About the Company:

Meneses Law is an accomplished law firm with an outstanding track record of providing immigration services with the highest professional standards to our clients.  We work with thousands of clients across the United States on Adjustment of Status, Visas, Petitions, Labor Certifications, Citizenships, Deportations, Waivers, DACA Renewals, and Asylum matters.

Our headquarters is based out of Houston, Texas and with the expansion to other major cities, our aim is to assist clients to achieve their objectives as placidly and efficiently as possible while minimizing the legal and regulatory risks.  The law firm is built on its reputation of providing exceptional customer service delivery coupled with appropriate and outstanding skills, fast turnaround, and the know-how expert of our legal team.

Job Summary:

Meneses Law is seeking an experienced IT Director to lead our technology department. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing IT infrastructure, implementing strategic technology initiatives, and providing leadership to a team of IT professionals. This role will be responsible for ensuring reliability, security, and efficiency of our technology systems to support the firm's operations and strategic objectives.

Preferred Job Qualifications:

• Develop and implement IT strategies and initiatives aligned with the firm's business objectives.
• Manage and maintain the firm's IT infrastructure, including networks, servers, systems, and software application.
• Ensure the security and integrity of the firm's data and information systems, including compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
• Lead and mentor a team of IT professionals, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities.
• Oversee procurement, installations and maintenance of hardware and software solutions, ensuring optimal performance and cost-effectiveness.
• Collaborate with department heads and key stakeholders to identify technological needs and opportunities for innovation.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and trends, recommending investments and adoption strategies to enhance the firm's competitiveness.
• Develop and maintain IT policies, procedures, and documentation to ensure consistency and compliance with best practices.
• Manage relationships with external vendors, consultants, and service providers, ensuring quality of service and values for the firm.
• Provide regular reports and updates to executive team on IT performance, projects, and initiatives.
• Perform any other tasks or functions deemed necessary to the daily operations of the employer.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Proven experience in a leadership role overseeing IT operations and infrastructure.
• Strong technical knowledge and expertise in IT system, network, security, and software applications.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to build and motivate high-performing teams.
• Demonstrates ability to develop and execute IT strategies that align with business goals and drive innovation.
• Solid understanding of legal industry standards, regulations, and compliance regulations.
• Proficient in programing languages such as Java, JavaScript, Python, C#, DB, Python, RESTful APIs, Suite Flow, Suite Builder, and Suite Bundler.
• Strong knowledge of software architecture, design patterns, and best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Experience with agile development methodologies and tools.
• Familiarity with version control systems.
• Ability to thrive in a fast paced, collaborative environment.
• Effective communication skills.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. Advance degree or certifications preferred.

Job Types: Full-time

Compensation:

Meneses Law believes in Work Life Balance.  Operation hours are from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. plus 2 Saturdays a month for certain positions.

Being hired by Meneses Law as an IT Director means that you will have the opportunity to:

• Earn $100K yearly Monthly Bonus Plan
• Learn from top reps through our Training program
• Be part of a positive culture
• Earn individual and team incentives
• Start an incredible career

Benefits for Working at Meneses Law:

• High Associate Salaries and Monthly Bonuses
• Work with state-of-the-art technology
• Name Recognition & Prestige Immigration Law Firm
• Sophisticated, Challenging Work
• Structured Training Programs
• Meaningful Career Advancement Opportunities
• Excellent Benefits (Medical (80% ER contribution, Dental (No-Cost to employee), Vision, Life Insurance (Paid), 2 weeks of PTO, and 10 days of paid holidays).
• Work Life Balance Schedule
• Birthday and Anniversary rewards

Qualifications/Requirements:

Education/ Experience:

• A Bachelor’s degree, knowledge of MS Office and MacOS.

Communication Skills:

• Ability of reading comprehension, writing, speaking to others to convey information effectively, active listening and interpreting instructional documents. English/ Spanish bilingual oral communication is a must.

Reasoning Skills:

• Must be able to analyze information, problems, situations, practices, or procedures to define the problem or objective. Identify relevant concerns or factors, patterns, tendencies, and relationships. Formulate logical and objective conclusions and recognize alternative and their implications.

Physical Demands:

• This position involves regular walking, standing, sitting for extended periods of time, hearing, and talking.
• May occasionally involve stooping, kneeling, or crouching. May involve close vision, color vision, depth perception, focus adjustment, and viewing computer monitor for extended periods of time.
• Involves manual dexterity for using keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment. May involve moving or lifting items under 10 pounds.

Other skills:

• Strong knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
• Excellent organizational and time-management.

Work Hours:

• Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm 2 Saturdays, per month. Must have the ability to work a flexible schedule based on department and company needs.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Compensation package:

• Yearly pay

Experience level:

• 8 years

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• IT: 8 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $100,000