Computer And Information Systems Manager Jobs in Indiana

Manages information and technology systems with the primary goal of providing the necessary technological services to internal customers (employees) and to meet their customer service needs in fulfillment of the organization’s mission.  Provides systemlevel support of multi-user operating systems, hardware and software tools, including installation, configuration, maintenance, and support of these systems. Identifies alternatives for optimizing computer resources.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Manages network computer operation scheduling, backup, storage and retrieval functions.

Collects information to analyze and evaluate existing or proposed systems.

Maintains local area network hardware, software, and telecommunications services such as personal computers, system software, printers, servers, routers, bridges, switches, modems, cabling, and Internet service providers.

Trains users on Head Start and non-Head Start Operations software and equipment usage.

Troubleshoots and resolves hardware, software, and connectivity problems, including user access and component configuration.

Communicates with Assistant Directors, including Head Start Operations, to report and resolve software, hardware, and operations problems as it relates to the agency network.

Is knowledgeable of all software programs within the organization and consults/advises, as needed.

Responds to inquiries from users and technical support regarding functions and operations of software programs.

Installs and tests software upgrades.

Consults with Operations staff to gather information about program needs, objectives, functions, features, and input and output requirements.

Administers and monitors user access to software systems.

Administers and manages security systems such as firewalls, VPN and corporate antivirus.

Manages help desk system to ensure QoS on ticketing response times.

Prepares standard statistical reports, such as help desk incident reports.

Provide reports on software systems usage and metric.

Collaborates with HR/Training to write and/or revise user training manuals and procedures and develops training materials such as exercises and visual displays.

Administers and manages telephone pbx’s enterprise wide.

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.

Associates Degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science or a related major with a minimum of 2 years of experience is required.  Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology or a related major is preferred.

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.  Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.  Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Experience with LAN/WAN, routers, switches, break fixes, Windows 2000 XP Vista, Server 2000-03, Acitive Directory, Office Software, Databases, PC/Server Hardware installs and changes, CAT5 Cabling, network diagnostic tools, Phone PBX.

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.  Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

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.

A valid driver's license is required.  Must be a Microsoft Certified Professional.

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 is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus.

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.