Sims Venture Capital

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We are HIRING! Join the SVC team today as our next IT Manager https://simsventurecapital45.applytojob.com/apply/jpwKfwQDjI/IT-Manager?source=INDE

Sims Venture Capital (SVC) operates in part as a holding company that services multiple companies. The IT Manager will work with each of our companies, including Price & Ramey Insurance Group, Mountain Empire Agency Alliance, BarkBound, and Oakwell Animal Hospital, to fulfill IT support, troubleshooting, and vendor management. Direct IT experience is needed, but we are looking for a go-getter who is willing to learn quickly on their feet.