Job Announcement # 2008 – 2021
Job
Title: SYSTEMS ANALYST
Department:
Information Systems
Reports
To: Systems Engineer
FLSA
Status: Nonexempt
Salary: Commensurate with
experience and education
Closing date: Open until filled. Screening to begin October 29, 2007
SUMMARY
Assists in the installation, configuration, and
ongoing system administration of the College's administrative computing systems
ESSENTIAL
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may
be assigned.
1.
Assists in development, implementation, and administration of an action
plan for the management of the College's administrative systems
2. Works
closely with the Systems Engineer, Application Manager, Network Technicians,
and client areas to diagnose and troubleshoot problems with the access and use
of the college's administrative resources
3.
Assists in the development of policies and procedures related to the
Systems area and performs continuous analysis and improvements of systems
operations
4.
Assists the System Engineer in maintaining and supporting a
24X7-computing environment
5.
Periodically performs system updates and other systems functions during
off-peak hours, such as evenings and weekends
6. Stays
informed of emerging technology requirements for increased computing capacity
and develops plans to keep the infrastructure and
computing resources ahead of the growth curve
7.
Performs 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 disabilities to perform the essential
functions.
1. Must
have experience in industry standard operating systems platforms, including
HP-UX and/or HP Open Vms. Experience with Microsoft Windows 2000 and
2003 server, Linux and Sun Solaris is helpful.
2. Must
have knowledge of disaster recovery procedures
3.
Knowledge of computer and network security practices preferred
4.
Knowledge of Oracle databases preferred
5.
Knowledge of Storage Area Network preferred
6.
Knowledge of enterprise wide backups, running EMC Legato Networker software preferred
7.
Ability to maintain confidentiality
8.
Security Sensitive position, subject to background checks
9. Valid
10. Must be able to perform tasks and duties
with a minimum of supervision and exercise independent judgment
11. Strong communication, organizational and
interpersonal skills required
EDUCATION
and/or EXPERIENCE
*Bachelor's degree in related field
preferred. Associates degree
required.
*Minimum of 2 years of related job experience.
Prefer 3 years of Information Technology related experience and knowledge of
systems administration, particular in HP-UX or HP Open VMS environment
LANGUAGE
SKILLS
Ability to read and interpret documents such as
safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure
manuals. Ability to
write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak
effectively before groups of students and college staff.
PHYSICAL
DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are
representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform
the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the
employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk
or hear. The employee frequently is
required to stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or
move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision
abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and
ability to adjust focus.
REASONING
ABILITY
Ability to solve
practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations
where only limited standardization exists. Ability to
interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or
schedule form.
WORK
ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described
here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the
essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the
work environment is usually moderate.
HOW TO APPLY:
Submit 1) letter of
application, 2) STC application, 3) resume (no personal information please), 4)
copies of transcripts (official
transcripts required BEFORE assignment begins) and 5) list of five
professional references with addresses
and phone numbers to the address below.
Please note that
only complete
application packets will be forwarded to the Search Committee.
SOUTH TEXAS COLLEGE
OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCES
No
person shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or be
subject to discrimination under any program or activity sponsored or conducted
by South Texas College on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion,
sex, age, veteran status, or disability.
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