Director of IT Application Development and Business Intelligence

LISCHybrid; New York City - LISC National Headquarters

Hybrid Full-time $146.3K/yr - $186.5K/yr

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Experience Level

Senior Level Manager

Qualifications

Qualifications:• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.• Proven experience in IT application development and business intelligence roles, with a focus on enterprise applications.• Strong knowledge of AI technologies and their application in business environments.• Exceptional leadership skills with experience in managing cross-functional teams.• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.

About the job

LISC is recognized as one of the nation’s foremost community development organizations, dedicated to building vibrant and resilient communities across the United States. We collaborate with residents and partners to bridge disparities in health, wealth, and opportunity, fostering environments where individuals and communities can flourish. Our efforts include acting as a conduit for grants, loans, and equity, alongside providing technical assistance and capacity building to locally rooted organizations engaging directly with communities.

Position Overview
The Director of IT Applications Development and Business Intelligence will deliver strategic and operational leadership for the organization’s enterprise application portfolio, focusing on systems that support finance, lending, and program delivery. Reporting directly to the CIO, this position is responsible for ensuring that business applications not only address current operational requirements but are also adaptable to emerging capabilities, particularly those driven by artificial intelligence, in collaboration with the Director of IT Program Management and the Director of IT Infrastructure and Security.

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Vision
• Develop and implement a multi-year strategy for enterprise business applications, anticipating the transformative impact of AI on software development, configuration, analytics, and operational support.
• Facilitate the transition from static, heavily customized systems to adaptable, composable platforms enriched by AI-driven insights, automation, and decision support, while maintaining robust governance, data integrity, regulatory compliance, and accountability.
• Provide guidance in translating business, financial, and lending needs into scalable, future-ready application strategies.
• Collaborate with the Director of IT Program Management to ensure alignment between application strategy and portfolio planning.

Application Portfolio Management
• Manage the daily operations and lifecycle of enterprise business applications, including financial, lending, CRM, ERP, and program management systems (Salesforce, NetSuite, Box, IvyTek Finance, and other SaaS partners).
• Establish application standards, architectural principles, and integration patterns that promote flexibility.
• Develop standardized intake, prioritization, and lifecycle governance frameworks across enterprise applications and reporting to enhance transparency, accountability, and portfolio alignment.
• Assess vendor roadmaps and emerging technologies to drive strategic decision-making.

About LISC

LISC is a national leader in community development, committed to creating resilient communities throughout the United States. We work collaboratively with local organizations to address critical gaps in health, wealth, and opportunity, ensuring that every individual has the resources to thrive.