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Systems Administrator (MIS/IT 3)
Company Information
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Description
Company
Government of Jamaica
Website
http://bit.ly/GOJJobListing
Contact Name
Office of the Services Commission
Contact Email
communications@osc.gov.jm
Job Type
Full-time
Department
Office of the Prime Minister
Category
Computer/IT
Posted
07-10-2024
Job Status
Start Publishing
07-10-2024
Stop Publishing
17-10-2024
Applications are invited for the following post in the Office of the Prime Minister: Systems Administrator (MIS/IT 3) (Vacant) - Jamaica Archives and Records Department, salary range $2,190, 302 - $2,945,712 per annum.
Job Purpose
Under the general direction of the Manager, Information Systems, the Systems Administrator is responsible for the implementation and maintenance of an Information Technology System to support the needs of the Jamaica Archives and Records Department.
Key Responsibilities
- Conducts research to keep abreast of trends and developments in information technology and recommends their adoption/application, where appropriate, to increase the effectiveness and productivity of the Department;
- Maintains standards for general operation, systems and data security, backup and recovery;
- Participates in the development and implementation of a disaster recovery plan for the physical and electronic security of the Department’s equipment, software and data;
- Assists in ensuring the Department is fully compliant with copyright requirements for all software;
- Assists with the selection of service providers and the procurement of equipment/supplies;
- Drafts user-friendly operational manuals and access guides for systems and programmes;
- Implements mechanisms to ensure systems security, access control, protecting vital equipment against power fluctuations, viruses etc.;
- Provides prompt user support and effective ticket management using the helpdesk application;
- Installs database applications on workstations relative to accessing data stored in respective databases;
- Performs data recovery, backups and the assignment of user privileges for systems access;
- Produces monthly operational reports to include statistical information on system performs, and existing issues;
- Assists in the maintenance of the website for the Jamaica Archives and Records Department.
- Provides support for, and maintains local area network (LAN);
- Assesses the physical layout of the organization to determine the needs of Units and appropriate physical network structure and topology;
- Creates user accounts and assigns access rights to appropriate network resources;
- Performs any other related duties that may be assigned from time to time.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies
- Excellent oral and written communication skills;
- Excellent planning and organizing skills;
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills;
- Excellent interpersonal and customer relations skills;
- Excellent judgment and decision-making skills;
- Knowledge of database management systems and database development life cycle;
- Demonstrated knowledge of various Windows server and desktop operating systems including Server 2008 R2, 2012 R2, Windows XP, 7 & 8.1, Microsoft Office, Linux, Java and Java Scripting, HTML Scripting, Internet based applications;
- Working knowledge of website development and maintenance;
- Knowledge of Local Area Network (LAN) System;
- Information Technology skills in relation to Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel and MS Project); Browsers (Google Chrome, Internet Explorer 8).
Minimum Required Qualification and Experience
- Undergraduate Degree in Computer Science from an accredited tertiary institution.
OR - Diploma in Computer Science or its equivalent from an accredited tertiary institution;
- Certifications in, CCNA or Network+, Microsoft Server 2008 R2 or 2012 R2 is a distinct advantage;
- Two (2) years’ experience in related field;
- Hands-on experience in troubleshooting network and hardware issues.
Special Conditions Associated with the Job
- Required to travel to and from the different Unit locations;
- Required to work beyond normal work hours and on weekends, as the need arises.
Applications accompanied by résumés should be submitted no later than Wednesday, 16th October, 2024 to:
Senior Director
Human Resource Development and Management Division
Office of the Prime Minister
1 Devon Road
Kingston 10
Human Resource Development and Management Division
Office of the Prime Minister
1 Devon Road
Kingston 10
Email: jobs@opm.gov.jm
Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
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