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Cluster Director of IT

The Ritz-Carlton Baku

JOB SUMMARY

 

As a member of a defined cluster organization, the multi-property systems manager contributes advanced knowledge and skill in technology and general hospitality business knowledge to support cluster and technology (IR) objectives. The multi-property systems manager, in conjunction with the area systems manager, is responsible for assisting property management with technology planning, decision-making, implementation, and maintenance. The multi-property systems manager may direct the work of property or area systems technicians and interfaces with vendors, owners, executive committee and property staff.

 

CANDIDATE PROFILE

 

Education and Experience

• BS/BA or equivalent work experience. Additionally, 3-5 years experience in like position.

• Previous experience in IR Global Field Services or Marriott Systems Support desirable.

• System-related professional certifications desired.

 

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

 

Ensuring Client Technology Needs are Met

• Responsible for managing technology/asset life-cycle. Ensures that necessary equipment (PCs, servers, telecom, etc.) is ordered and available

• Foresees, identifies and resolves system(s)’ performance problems

• Is accountable for disaster recovery and business continuity as it relates to technology.

• Ensures technology assets are secure and well-maintained in accordance with Marriott International policies and standards.

• Installs, monitors, and maintains telecommunications equipment including cabling and providing technical guidance as needed.

• Performs adds/moves/changes/deletions.

• Ensures that adequate bandwidth exists and that circuits are secured.

• Supports end-use pager cellular phone issues.

• Troubleshoots high-speed Internet access problems

• Escalates problems as appropriate through Area Systems Manager, Global Field Services, IR Shared Services.

• Images desktops, installs new software applications, applies patches, maps drives to correct server/network.

• Moves/adds/changes PCs/peripherals; migrating data when necessary.

• Performs routine to complex desktop backup as scheduled or directed.

• Provides end-user support to property staff, business center.

• Resolves issues with setup or reset of security passwords

• Supports email and use of MI network

• Creates and maintains secure server environment. Performs server backups and routine/non-routine preventative maintenance.

• Executes disaster recovery plans.

 

Managing Work within Budget Targets

• Assists/provides input to property management for CAPEX and department operating budgets based on anticipated IT projects and property support/needs requirements.

• Possesses a basic understanding of the financial dynamics property operations and can apply knowledge/judgment to assist management in achieving technology-related goals.

• Reviews operating statements; researches and resolves discrepancies in technology charges

• Advises management on required short-term technology investments for property planning.

• Responsible for property compliance with appropriate Marriott International Policy and Information Security Manual. Determines solutions and implements per cluster SOP.

• Conducts periodic inventories of applications and hardware; prepares reports for property management.

• Assists in the reviews of vendor proposals to determine appropriate vendor selection for local technologies/hardware.

• Ensures compliance to technology-related vendor contracts.

 

Building and Sustaining Relationships with Customers

• Writes/presents proposals, analyses, project plans, cost models, etc. in a well-written and/or verbally articulate manner

• Provides exceptional customer service.

• Provides timely, accurate, and detailed status reports as requested

 

 

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.

At more than 100 award-winning properties worldwide, The Ritz-Carlton Ladies and Gentlemen create experiences so exceptional that long after a guest stays with us, the experience stays with them. Attracting the world’s top hospitality professionals who curate lifelong memories, we believe that everyone succeeds when they are empowered to be creative, thoughtful and compassionate.

 
Every day, we set the standard for rare and special luxury service the world over and pride ourselves on delivering excellence in the care and comfort of our guests.
 
Your role will be to ensure that the “Gold Standards” of The Ritz-Carlton are delivered graciously and thoughtfully every day. The Gold Standards are the foundation of The Ritz-Carlton and are what guides us each day to be better than the next. It is this foundation and our belief that our culture drives success by which The Ritz Carlton has earned the reputation as a global brand leader in luxury hospitality. As part of our team, you will learn and exemplify the Gold Standards, such as our Employee Promise, Credo and our Service Values. And our promise to you is that we offer the chance to be proud of the work you do and who you work with.
 
In joining The Ritz-Carlton, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.