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Director of
Information Systems Job Description |
JOB TITLE:
DIRECTOR OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS
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DEPARTMENT:
Administration
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:
Chief Financial Officer
WAGE:
Exempt
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JOB OBJECTIVE:
Supervises
and conducts the design, installation, and maintenance of computers, servers
and system software at the Utility. Reviews and analyzes software and
hardware needs, recommending changes and upgrades to provide efficient,
effective, and timely service to users in the Utility. Responsible for the
technical support of all desktops, laptops, network servers, and associated
operating systems and user software.
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ESSENTIAL TASKS:
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Analyzes changes in software and hardware issued by manufacturer or vendor and
determines impact on existing production systems, systems design, programming
standards, and operating procedures
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Plans, designs, and maintains network in support of data processing systems
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Functions as Network Administrator
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Maintains network security
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Implements and maintains SQL Server and related software
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Establishes and administers a program of monitoring, measuring, and evaluating
hardware and software performance
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Supervises and implements disaster recovery procedures and contingency plans
to ensure the retrieval of all data and system software
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Supports the server installation and use and the user implementation of
technical, financial, and management system software
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Decides when and how software and hardware will be installed
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Participates in internal task teams, such as long and short range planning
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Prepares and administers budget for computer and communication
equipment/services
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Supervises the installation of hardware and software in the most
cost-effective manner and with the least amount of negative impact to the
Utility
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Recommends new systems software and hardware to provide solutions for
technical and business needs
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Maintains a current knowledge in new and existing systems software and
hardware to ensure productivity, capability, and/or the least-cost ratio
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Oversees the database administration function to ensure data integrity
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Participates in the planning and implementation of a communication network
among HWU facilities
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Provides technical support to Utility personnel 24 hours a day, seven days a
week
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Performs other duties as necessary or as assigned
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Maintains a positive attitude with team/unit
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Maintains good public relations
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Ensures that work is carried out in a safe and efficient manner
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job
successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily. Must have knowledge of the principles and practices of
networking; knowledge of typical hardware and software. Successful
candidate must have good communication skills with the ability to
communicate clearly and effectively with people outside the area of
technology. Successful candidate must have good verbal, numerical, and
diagrammatic skills along with the ability to deal with unforeseen
situations. Requires ability to quickly comprehend a wide range of
technical concepts and the ability to establish and maintain effective
working relationships.
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EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
An A.S. or B.S. degree from
an accredited college or university in Computer Information Systems,
Computer Science, Networking, or other closely related field plus four (4)
years of job related experience is required. Must be knowledgeable in
current Microsoft products and advanced networking techniques. Job related
certifications are preferred. Or, any other equivalent combination of
education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge,
skills, and abilities for the job (as approved by the Utility).
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PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES:
Pass alcohol and drug screening test. Based on pre-employment
physical examination and demonstration through job performance is physically
able to perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
essential tasks.
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SUPERVISORY
RESPONSIBILITIES:
As assigned by supervisor.
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LICENSING
OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Valid driver's license.
MCSE, A+, Network+, or
other certifications may be required.
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This job description does not
constitute a contract of employment. Any oral or written statements or promises
to the contrary are hereby expressly disavowed and should not be relied upon by
any prospective or existing employees. This job description is subject to
change by the employer (Henderson Water Utility) at the discretion of the
employer, or as the needs of the employer and/or requirement of the job change.
The Henderson Water Utility explicitly reserves the right to modify any of the
provision of this job description at any time and without notice. The duties
listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work
that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties or
essential function does not exclude them from the position if the work is
similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
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| This page was last updated on
11/06/2010 |
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