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Yuu?u?i??at? GovernmentTeam Lead, IT SupportOffice of T?aat?aapat?si?aa?a (always thinking and making decisions) - Administration - Ucluelet, British Columbia (Hybrid) Classification: Band 6 ? Lead / SupervisorReports To: Manager, Administrative OfficeSupervises: Helpdesk/Deskside SupportLocation: hitac?u, BC (Ucluelet)Employment Type: Full-Time, PermanentSalary Band: Band 6 ($71,070 - $106,605)POSITION PURPOSEThe Team Lead, IT Support oversees the Yuu?u?i??at? Government's information technology systems, cybersecurity posture, and vendor relationships, while providing leadership and work direction to the IT Helpdesk/Deskside Support personnel. This role ensures the reliability, security, and strategic alignment of all IT infrastructure and services in support of organizational operations and community services.ACCOUNTABILITYIT Systems & Infrastructure Oversight Oversee the administration, maintenance, and optimization of servers, networks, cloud services (Microsoft 365, Azure), and endpoint devices across all YG facilities. Monitor system performance, capacity, and availability; proactively identify and resolve infrastructure bottlenecks or failures. Manage IT asset lifecycle, including procurement, deployment, tracking, and decommissioning of hardware and software. Ensure reliable backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity procedures are in place and regularly tested. Monitor Microsoft Message Center and flag any feature or security related bulletins that may affect YG users/environment.Cybersecurity & Data Governance Develop, implement, and enforce cybersecurity policies, standards, and controls to protect organizational and community data. Conduct regular risk assessments, vulnerability scans, and security audits; manage incident response and remediation. Oversee user access management, identity governance, and compliance with privacy legislation (PIPEDA, FOIPPA). Educate staff on security awareness, phishing prevention, and safe data-handling practices.IT Policy, Planning & Vendor Management Draft and maintain IT policies, procedures, and service-level standards in consultation with the Manager, Administrative Office. Manage relationships with external IT vendors, managed service providers, and consultants; negotiate contracts and monitor performance. Advise the Manager on technology investments, renewal cycles, and budget planning to align IT capability with organizational priorities. Track software licensing, warranty status, and maintenance agreements to ensure compliance and cost-effectiveness.Team Leadership & Help Desk Supervision Provide work direction, coaching, and performance oversight to the IT Helpdesk/Deskside Support personnel, setting priorities and quality standards for end-user support. Establish and monitor IT service desk metrics (ticket volume, resolution times, user satisfaction) to ensure responsive service delivery. Foster a collaborative, respectful team environment that reflects Yuu?u?i??at? values and supports staff development. Serve as the escalation point for complex technical issues and high-priority incidents. Manage Knowledgebase of IT documentation for Helpdesk/Deskside Support personnel. Foster a Continuous Improvement mindset and culture within the IT team, and collect and track user feedback for potential quality improvements.IT Project Coordination & Technology Roadmap Lead or coordinate IT projects including system migrations, infrastructure upgrades, and new technology rollouts. Develop and maintain a technology roadmap that anticipates future needs and aligns with YG's strategic plan. Collaborate with department leaders to understand operational requirements and translate them into effective technical solutions. Document project plans, timelines, and outcomes; report progress to the Manager, Administrative Office and Executive as required.EDUCATION & EXPERIENCERequired: Post-secondary diploma or degree in Information Technology, Computer Sci