Information Technology Jobs in Matthews

When warfare moves at the speed of technology, we need personnel who can always keep us one step ahead of our enemies. As an Information Professional Officer, you lead your team of Enlisted Information Systems Technicians to ensure the delivery of communications capabilities by operating, maintaining and securing our networks around the globe. Assist with top secret cyberwarfare missions and discover tactical and strategic advantages afloat and ashore. IPO is a big job, but your team will always have your back.

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Responsibilities

Information Professional Officers (IPOs) oversee the seamless operation of the global Naval network environment. Their responsibilities include:

Leading the Naval network warfare missions in developing tactics and procedures to realize tactical, strategic and business advantages afloat and ashore
Driving interoperability with joint, allied and coalition partners
Building professional excellence through education, training and certification and milestone qualifications
Optimizing organizational effectiveness through cutting-edge technologies, knowledge management techniques and a culture of innovation
Helping to develop and deploy information systems, command and control and space systems
Serving as a key part of the Information Dominance Corps in its mission to gain a deep understanding of the inner workings of adversaries
Overseeing the work of Information Systems Technicians - Enlisted Sailors (no degree required) who serve as specialists in information technology

Work Environment

Information Professionals serve in challenging roles of increasing scope and responsibility both afloat and ashore. This could include:

Serving as part of Battle Group staffs on ships at sea
Working in C4I/Space/Surveillance on shore tours
Serving on major Navy and joint staffs
Serving in command of key communication and surveillance facilities around the globe

Training & Advancement

Those pursuing an Information Professional Officer position are required to attend Officer Candidate School (OCS) in Newport, RI.

Upon completion, candidates typically attend a five-week IP Basic Course of instruction in Pensacola, FL, before or during their initial assignment. IPOs must complete specific qualifications as part of their training during Fleet tours and are expected to pursue advanced education opportunities.

Promotion opportunities are regularly available but competitive and based on performance.

Post-Service Opportunities

Specialized training received and work experience gained in the course of service can lead to valuable credentialing and occupational opportunities in related fields in the civilian sector.

Education Opportunities

Wherever you are in your professional career, the Navy can help ease your financial burdens and advance your career with generous financial assistance and continuing education programs. Beyond professional credentials and certifications, Information Professional Officers can advance their education by:

Pursuing opportunities at institutions such as Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) or Navy War College (NWC)
Completing Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) at one of the various service colleges

Postgraduate education is important to the success of the Information Professional. Most IPs will complete a master's degree in C4I, space, information systems, computer science or modeling and simulation.

There's also potential to pursue a graduate certificate, DoW certifications, federal executive fellowships and information assurance scholarships and internships.

Qualifications & Requirements

A degree from a four-year college or university is a minimum educational requirement to become a Commissioned Officer. Candidates seeking an Information Professional Officer position must have a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution in a technical field, preferably in one of following fields: Information Systems, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Operations, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, General Engineering.

All candidates must also be: U.S. citizens, willing to serve worldwide, eligible for a Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security clearance and qualified for sea duty.

General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you're currently serving, whether you've served before or whether you've never served before.

Part-Time Opportunities

There are part-time opportunities available as an Information Professional Officer.

Serving part-time as a Navy Reserve Sailor, your duties will be carried out during your scheduled drilling and training periods. During monthly drilling, Information Professional Officers in the Navy Reserve typically work at a location close to their homes.

For annual training, Information Professional Officers may serve anywhere in the world, whether on a ship at sea or at bases and installations on shore.

Take a moment to learn more about the general roles and responsibilities of Navy Reserve Sailors.

Most of what you do in the Navy Reserve is considered training. The basic Navy Reserve commitment involves training a minimum of one weekend a month (referred to as drilling) and two weeks a year (referred to as Annual Training) - or the equivalent of that.

Information Professional Officers in the Navy Reserve serve in an Officer role. Before receiving the ongoing professional training that comes with this job, initial training requirements must first be met.

For current or former Navy Officers (NAVET): Prior experience satisfies the initial leadership training requirement - so you will not need to go through Officer Training again.

Officers who previously held a commission in another United States Military Service, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Public Health Service, or United States Coast Guard are exempt from attending ODS or LDO/CWO Academy.

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Hendrick Automotive Group Location: 6000 Monroe Rd, Charlotte, North Carolina 28212 Summary: The Service Desk Analyst I is the primary point of contact for all requests for IT assistance and provides technical support on a wide range of issues in a call center environment.

This position may require some travel and may assist with software deployments in dealerships.

Job Responsibilities: Answering phone calls placed to the Service Desk, logging calls in the ticketing system and responding to requests for support made via ticketing system.

Providing professional and courteous assistance to our Teammates, with a genuine desire to understand and solve problems through to completion.

Troubleshooting hardware and software issues on Windows 11 systems.

Provide support for applications including Microsoft Office, Reynolds & Reynolds, and manufacturer software.

Installing and configuring software on Windows 11 systems.

Coordinating replacements in the event of hardware failures.

Processing requests for account changes.

Producing documentation on systems and troubleshooting practices.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience: Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree from accredited college or university or equivalent IT or customer service experience.

Verbal and Writing Ability: Ability to understand technical documentation and communicate with non-technical end-users via phone or email.

Math Ability: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to determine the nature and severity of problems quickly and determine an appropriate plan for problem resolution.

Certificates and Licenses: Valid Driver’s License CompTIA A+ preferred.

Willingness to study and obtain A+ and additional IT certifications.

Computer Skills: Microsoft Windows operating systems troubleshooting, Microsoft Office.

Environment/Physical Demands Duties are performed primarily in an office environment.

Some travel may be required.

Must be able to lift equipment over 30 lbs.

Competency: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Analytical
- Collects and researches data.

Designs workflows and procedures.

Organization and Project Management – Coordinates activities and tasks associated with complex projects.

Data Management – Uses technology tools and services for managing the acquisition, maintenance and dissemination of physical and electronic information.

Design
- Demonstrates attention to detail.

Problem Solving
- Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.

Interpersonal – Positive interaction with co-workers, dealership personnel and vendors; maintains confidentiality.

Oral Communication
- Listens and asks for clarification; ability to communicate concepts and information to different audiences.

Written Communication
- Writes clearly and informatively.

Edits work for spelling and grammar.

Varies writing style to meet needs.

Presents numerical data effectively.

Able to read and interpret written information.

Ethics
- Works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational values.

Organizational Support
- Follows policies and procedures.

Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time.

Quality
- Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

Dependability
- Takes responsibility for own actions.

Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan (Shows up, Shows up on time, Shows up with their game face on).

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by this employee.

The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties and responsibilities upon the request of a supervisor.

This job description is subject to revision at the discretion of the company.

#CB Hendrick is an Equal Opportunity employer.

Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

For more information regarding the EEOC, please visit .

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• No prior experience required

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• Ideal for side-income seekers, students, or remote workers

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Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.

This position is for individuals who want to develop a side income stream while still working full time. You will test different small-scale remote opportunities, learn what works, and grow what produces results.

You’ll use the resources provided to guide you, but your path is self-driven. Over time, you might focus more on the hustles that bring the highest returns.

Responsibilities:

• Review and apply different side-hustle ideas tailored for people with full jobs

• Execute tasks, manage projects or gigs you select

• Keep a simple record of your time vs. earnings

• Iterate and improve your approach as you go

Requirements:

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• Access to internet and device for remote work

• Willingness to test ideas and adapt

• Organization, follow-through, and consistency

Bonus Skills:

• Ability to analyze which hustles are viable

• Comfort with trial and error

• Some prior side-gig experience (but not required)

Benefits:

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Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.

Rick Hendrick City Chevrolet Collision Center Location: 5101 E Independence Boulevard, Charlotte, North Carolina 28212 Summary: Responsible for identifying and performing necessary body repair work in accordance with factory and Collision Center specifications.

Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilitiesinclude the following: Examines body damage on customer vehicles Identifies necessary body repair work Estimates cost of body work Requests necessary parts Performs body repairs including removing damaged body parts and replacing with fixed or new parts Documents repairs performed Performs body repairs efficiently and according to Collision Center and insurance company guidelines Maintains CSI at or above Company standards Maintains an organized, clean and safe work area Participates in required training Records all hours worked accurately in company timekeeping system Follows Safeguards rules and regulations.

Demonstrates the Company’s Core Values Complies with Company policies and procedures Observes all Federal, State, Local and Company safety rules and regulations in the performance of duties.

Other duties as assigned Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with medical conditions to perform the essential functions.

Desired Education: o GED √ High School Diploma o Associate Degree o Bachelor Degree o Master Degree o Doctorate Degree Field of Study/Work Experience: o Accounting √ Automotive o Business o Human Resources o Information Technology Desired Work Experience: o up to 3 years o 3-5 years √ 5+ years Education/Experience: Demonstrable knowledge of body repair methods.

Collision Center repair training or commensurate experience.

Ability to operate equipment necessary to perform Collision Center repair functions.

Certificates and Licenses: √ Valid Driver’s License o Automobile Salesperson License Computer Skills: Basic Computer skills to utilize timekeeping system.

Ability to learn parts department computer inventory and ordering system.

Communication Skills: Ability to understand and follow instructions.

Ability to communicate effectively with customers and company personnel.

Attendance Expectations: The position requires regular and predictable attendance.

Scheduled shifts may include evening hours, weekends, and holidays.

Physical Demands: Must be able to lift up to 80 pounds.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to hear and talk; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Must pass OSHA respiratory medical exam.

Environment Demands: Duties are performed primarily in the Collision Center.

Work includes movement of vehicle body parts, working in various physical positions, and the safe operation of power tools and test equipment.

May be exposed to loud noise, vibration, exhaust fumes, paint-dust, and other collision center conditions.

Frequently interacts with customers, Estimators, and Collision Center management.

Verbal and Writing Ability: Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos.

Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers and other employees.

Math Ability: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions.

Ability to deal with standardized situations.

Ability to understand and follow technical manuals.

Core Values: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following Core Values: Servant Leadership Servant Leaders consciously put the needs of others before their own, because to serve people is to value them.

Teamwork through Trust & Respect Diversity is strength, and when we trust and respect one another we can work as a team to achieve at a high level.

Integrity Being honest and transparent with people, in an effort to do the right thing within the letter and spirit of the law, drives every action we take and every decision we make.

Commitment to Customer Enthusiasm Every day we recommit ourselves to the customer experience, and we are empowered to exceed the expectations of our customers.

Passion for Winning Hendrick’s tradition of winning is based on the idea of striving to be the best, not the biggest, and is therefore defined by how we treat our people.

Accountability at All Levels Taking ownership of our actions and our decisions allows us to grow as individuals, and support each other as a team.

Commitment to Continuous Improvement Every day we soften our hearts as well as our egos, in order to seek out and improve upon areas of opportunity within ourselves and our team.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by this employee.

The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties and responsibilities upon the request of a supervisor.

This job description is subject to revision at the discretion of the company.

#CB Hendrick is an Equal Opportunity employer.

Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

For more information regarding the EEOC, please visit .