COLLIN COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Administrative Systems Administrator II Open VMS/Unix/Linux

DIVISION: Information Technology

DEPARTMENT: Operating SystemsAdministrative Computing Services

SECURITY SENSITIVE: Yes

JOB TITLE CODE: TBD0318

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

FUNCTION: Provide and maintain a secure and reliable administrative mini-computer systems network for the processing of the district’s mission critical data by performing systems management and systems security functions. Assists in the selection of systems software/hardware through participation in development and evaluation of bid specifications.

REPORTS TO: Chief Information Systems OfficerDirector of Operating Systems

SUPERVISES: Administrative Systems Technician, Computer Operator III, Computer Operator II.

Indirect sSupervision of Computer Operator III. in relation to Security and Systems Management

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Job Functions

1) Administer the administrative mini-computer systems of the Districtnetwork. Perform systems management and security functions.

2) Assists in the development and implementation of policies and procedures to prohibit unacceptable use of the district’s administrative systemsnetwork.

1)Responsible securing the integrity of the information stored on the administrative mini-computer system.

3) Perform Schedule preventive maintenance and work closely with external technical specialists to anticipate and avoid systems failure.

4) Provides technical expertise in development of highly technical bid proposals including specifications and evaluations for systems hardware and software.

5) Use knowledge and technical expertise in trouble-shooting administrative systems problems in a Sun Solaris, Linux orand clustered OpenVMS environment.

6) Participate in the dDevelopment and maintenance of procedures related to day-to-day systems administration, systems operations, backup and recovery routines.

7) Perform scheduled and mandatory upgrades of administrative systems application and operating systems software, firmware, hardware and peripherals.

8) Responsible for thoroughly evaluating the prerequisites, determining and understanding the impact of applying upgrades to the administrative systems.

9) Review and ensure successful integration of purchased layered products software in the District’s administrative mini-computer systemsnetwork.

10) Participate in the analysis of technological trends and determine the resulting impact on the district.

Marginal Job Functions

Travel between campuses to attend/participate in various workshops, seminars, conferences, and/or departmental meetings.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Proficient in the use and administration of Solaris 9i and 10g and, Linux.

Working knowledge ofand OpenVMS 7.1 operating systems tools and utilities, desireable..

Working knowledge of SunFire Mid-Range Servers, Sun Storage Solutions and Tape Library, AlphaServer 4100 and 1200 mini-computers, DNS, Firewalls, TCP/lP protocol and system security procedures.

Working knowledge of AlphServer 4100 and 1200 systems desireable.

Working knowledge of Banner, Appworx, Luminius and Toad preferred.

Working knowledge of ABS and SLS Backup Utility and Watchdog.

Knowledge of project management techniques, organizational development strategies and techniques.

Knowledge of hardware bid specification development and criteria needed to evaluate bid responses.

Skill to effectively plan work activities, schedules, priorities, and utilization of resources.

Skill to listen effectively and demonstrate understanding.

Oral and/or written communication skills.

Ability to organize, present and interpret to others complex and technical data.

Ability to be on call as needed.

Ability to establish criteria for the evaluation of bids.

Ability to compose and deliver oral presentations.

Ability to evaluate new operating systems and tools to determine acceptability and adaptability.

Ability to determine probable causes of complex problems.

Ability to identify opportunities to improve techniques, procedures, and/or work-flow issues.

Ability to meet deadlines for projects, reports and other required paper work.

Ability to evaluate the recommendations and conclusions of others.

Ability to deal in a fair and courteous manner with a variety of individuals.

Ability to work with teams to develop and implement projects.

Ability to support organizational policies and upper level management directives or

decisions.

Ability to regularly sit and perform data entry.

Ability to occasionally lift up to 40 pounds.

Ability to establish sound priorities among conflicting demands for time and attention.

Ability to perform all the essential functions of this job.

Education and Experience

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Information System (CIS), Management Information System (MIS) or a directly related field from a regionally accredited institution.

Experience: Three years of Systems Administration experience in a SunFire Solaris and, Linux and OpenVMS Alpha Server environment required. Experience with OpenVMS systems administration preferred. Proficient in the use of Solaris 9i or 10 and, Linux and OpenVMS 7.1 or higher required. Previous experience with SunGardHE BANNER ERP Systems, SunGardHE PLUS Suite of products desiredand OpenVMS Internet Product Suite. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with students, faculty, staff and the general public in a courteous and professional manner.

OR

Any equivalent related combination of training and experience.

Licenses/Certificates: N/A

NOTE: This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. The President and/or designee has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

Employees of CCCCD are expected, as required in their specific job functions, to participate in maintaining standards required for accreditation; to participate in college task forces, activities, meetings, committees and councils; to interact and work cooperatively in order to assist students, staff, faculty and the community in the accomplishment of various goals; to represent one’s self and the college in a positive, professional manner consistent with the core values which include a passion for learning, service and involvement, creativity and innovation, academic excellence, dignity and respect, and integrity; and to safeguard sensitive or confidential information from intentional or unintentional disclosure.

Employees are expected to maintain current working knowledge of policies, procedures and guidelines necessary to answer work-related questions and to provide assistance to students, staff, faculty and the general public in a timely and courteous manner. Employees are also expected to perform other duties as may be assigned by their supervisor and to contribute to the team efforts of the department and to assist the college in achieving its strategic goals.

Employees must abide by all laws, college policies and guidelines.

Collin County Community College District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or veteran status.