Lca Mis Assistant

State of Illinois•Champaign, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for maintaining computer/ADP systems, including local area networks. The role involves performing computer upgrades, including software and hardware, and conducting repairs on computers and peripherals within the scope of in-house capabilities. The LCA MIS Assistant III will oversee the implementation of technology by assisting departments with the selection and utilization of hardware and software, researching and evaluating new applications, and providing technical requirements and comparative cost analysis. Additionally, the role involves updating, modifying, and designing new applications for administrative data processing, student instruction, and monitoring, as well as conducting reviews of computer technological developments and preparing long-range forecasts relevant to agency applications.

Requirements

Requires the knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to the completion of 2 years of college with preferred coursework in computer science and/or requires significant professional and technical experience in the information systems field.
Requires 1 year experience in network administration/supervision.
Requires the ability to pass a DoD background investigation.
Requires a valid driver’s license in the appropriate classification as required by law.
Required to work a flex work schedule including weekends and evenings when necessary to meet agency needs.
Required to adhere to organizational grooming standards and present a professional appearance while wearing organizational issued, activity appropriate attire while on shift.
This position is considered medium work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(c)). Medium work involves lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

MCSA/MCSE Microsoft certifications preferred.
Pearson VUE Administration Certification within six (6) months of employment date.
DOD Information Systems require Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level I Certification (A+ preferred) or ability to obtain certification within six (6) months of employment date in accordance with DOD 8570.01-M.

Responsibilities

Maintains computer/ADP systems, including local area networks.
Performs computer upgrades to include upgrading of software and hardware.
Performs repairs on computers and peripherals within the scope of in-house capabilities.
Oversees the implementation of technology by assisting departments with the selection and utilization of hardware and software.
Researches and evaluates new applications and providing technical requirements and comparative cost analysis regarding new software and hardware requirements.
Updates, modifies, and designs new applications for administrative data processing, student instruction, and monitoring.
Conducts reviews of computer technological developments and prepares long range forecasts of developments relevant to agency applications.