Lead Asset Management Specialist, IS Infrastructure, Baptist Medical Center, On-site

Lead Asset Management Specialist, IS Infrastructure, Baptist Medical Center, On-site

Job Summary

The Lead Asset Management Specialist is a position that combines technical expertise with customer-focused service. This individual oversees the full lifecycle of IT and business assets—from procurement and deployment to maintenance and retirement—while ensuring compliance with organizational policies and regulatory standards. Responsibilities include maintaining accurate asset inventories, implementing tracking systems, analyzing utilization data to optimize performance and reduce costs, and collaborating with Finance and Procurement on forecasting and budgeting.

In addition to asset governance, the role emphasizes proactive engagement with internal stakeholders, providing on-site support across hospital locations, and driving process improvements that enhance efficiency and transparency. Success in this position requires strong organizational skills, a strategic mindset, and the ability to build trust through consistent delivery and clear communication.

Establishes and implements hardware and software acquisition, protection, maintenance and retention policies, standards and procedures that are aligned with IT standards and strategy. Investigates available hardware and software products; evaluates and recommends products based on user requirements. Coordinates with the procurement function to interview, select and negotiate with hardware and software vendors in order to purchase the appropriate equipment at the lowest cost.

Reviews licenses and/or contracts to ensure that hardware and software equipment is covered by the contract and properly documented. Requires specialized expertise in analytical or technical processes. Completes assignments and facilitates the work activities of others; may coordinate work beyond own team. May act as a lead, providing subject matter guidance to team members. Works autonomously within established procedures and practices.

Proposes improvements to processes and methods as needed.

For more than 25 years, health care consumers have named Baptist Health the "most preferred healthcare provider" in the region. At Baptist Health, we are proud to be local, providing multigenerational care to our community. We are the hospital Jacksonville trusts most. Our employees can take pride in their Baptist badge, knowing the impact they make on their friends, family, and neighbors.

Baptist was recently recognized by Forbes magazine as one of America's top employers for diversity.

Baptist Health offers competitive pay & comprehensive benefits packages as well as opportunities for professional growth & advancement. At Baptist Health, we provide an exceptional employment experience where team members can bring their authentic selves and belong to a larger purpose together. By fostering connections with our team members and our community, we offer a fulfilling and personal career.

Responsibilities

• Establishes and implements hardware and software acquisition, protection, maintenance, and retention policies, standards, and procedures that are aligned with IT standards and strategy.
• Investigate available hardware and software products; evaluate and recommend products based on user requirements.
• Coordinates with the procurement function to interview, select, and negotiate with hardware and software vendors to purchase the appropriate equipment at the lowest cost.
• Review licenses and contracts to ensure that the agreement covers and adequately documents hardware and software equipment.
• Completes a variety of atypical assignments. Works within defined technical processes, procedures, or methodologies and may help determine the appropriate approach for new assignments.
• Works with limited supervision, with oversight focused only on complex new assignments.
• Acts as an informal resource for colleagues with less experience.
• Monitor equipment order regularly and update status on project documentation.
• Request required LSID IDs for equipment config (Submit ticket - Naming convention, User LSID, and Serial Number equivalent).
• Assist with printer tickets workflow after receipt in the warehouse (request IP…