A boutique law firm in a Twin Cities suburb is looking for a civil litigation attorney with at least 3 years of experience. This firm is known for their tight-knit and collegial culture, and attorneys run their own case load independently. This firm would also be open to someone with some family law experience, although that is not required. The firm offers great benefits, and the compensation target is $100-150k depending on experience. More senior attorneys with a book of business (no matter how large) will be considered as well. If you have any interest in learning more, please apply here or send a resume to griebel@skywatersearch.com.
Job Location: Maple Grove
Director of IT
Our client is seeking an experienced IT Director to lead and manage all aspects of its information technology infrastructure. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for developing and executing the company’s IT strategy, ensuring reliable systems performance, security, and efficiency across the organization. The ideal candidate combines strategic thinking with a strong technical background and a collaborative leadership style.
Key Responsibilities:
- IT Strategy & Leadership
- Develop and implement a technology roadmap aligned with business goals.
- Lead and mentor a team of four IT professionals across support, infrastructure, and systems.
- Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend upgrades to improve business processes.
- Infrastructure & Systems Management
- Oversee the maintenance and performance of servers, networks, databases, cloud environments, and end-user computing.
- Ensure high availability, reliability, and scalability of enterprise systems, including ERP platforms and remote site connectivity.
- Cybersecurity & Risk Management
- Implement and monitor security protocols, disaster recovery plans, and data protection measures.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and data privacy regulations.
- Application Support & Vendor Management
- Lead the support, integration, and optimization of core business applications (including ERP and CRM systems).
- Manage relationships with IT vendors, service providers, and consultants to ensure high-quality services and cost-effective solutions.
- Operational Excellence & Project Delivery
- Lead technology-related projects across departments, from design through implementation.
- Establish KPIs and performance metrics to evaluate IT effectiveness and team productivity.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (Master’s preferred).
- 8+ years of progressive IT experience, including 3+ years in a leadership or management role.
- Strong working knowledge of networking, security, infrastructure, cloud services (Azure, AWS), and enterprise systems.
- Experience supporting ERP systems, preferably in manufacturing or distribution environments.
- Proven ability to lead small teams and manage multiple concurrent initiatives.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to work across technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Preferred Traits:
- Hands-on, solutions-oriented, and adaptable.
- Experience in a manufacturing, supply chain, or distribution business environment.
- Passion for continuous improvement and process automation
This organization provides competitive compensation and benefits to attract excellent talent. They also focus on individuals who prioritize life outside of their career with work/life balance in mind for all employees. If you’re interested in at least learning more about this role and company, SkyWater would be happy to share further details.
Attorney
A boutique Twin Cities firm is looking to expand to the Brainerd Lakes area. If you are an attorney in Brainerd looking to make a move, or if you are looking to relocate to Brainerd, please apply here or send your resume to griebel@skywatersearch.com. This opening is specifically targeting attorneys with experience in estate planning/administration, small business, or real estate (both litigation and transactional).
