Class Code: 00127
IOWA DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES –
HUMAN RESOURCES
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ADMINISTRATOR 2
DEFINITION
Supervises,
directs and coordinates the activities of an information technology staff in
the performance of a variety of application design and development and/or
information systems operations and support with a limited impact on a
substantial client base; performs related work as required.
The Work Examples and Competencies
listed are for illustrative purposes only and not intended to be the primary
basis for position classification decisions.
Supervises and
evaluates the work of a subordinate staff; effectively recommends personnel
actions related to selection, disciplinary procedures, performances, leaves of
absence, grievances, work schedules and assignments, and administers personnel
and related policies and procedures.
Participates with
other information systems manager's or the agency management team in the
development of an agency strategic information plan by identifying and
researching alternative technologies, evaluating current staff and technical
resources and identifying alternatives for addressing business objectives.
Completes capacity
planning required for agency information technology needs and recommends
equipment acquisitions to management, forecasts changes in level of service
requirements and identifies areas where information system improvements are
required to insure adequate data security, recovery and audit potential.
Participates with end
users and management in the identification and evaluation of information system
requirements and develops plans to insure the completion of these activities.
Coordinates the
completion of the information systems budget for an information management
organization or for one component of a major information management
organization.
Coordinates the
acquisition of approved hardware and software including the planning for
migration, installation and staff training.
Develops plans for
the completion of major applications, assists senior information systems
specialists or information systems administrators in the interpretation of
business requirements and evaluation of technical decisions relating to the
operating environment.
Insures the completion
of technical training program to insure adequate skills in use and
implementation of relevant technology.
Plans, schedules and
controls the work assignments of a subordinate staff in one or more phases of
the agency's information system responsibilities to insure the completion of
these activities in a timely and effective manner.
Insures compliance
with the agency information security plan which insures the adequate security
of information and equipment resources.
Participates in
statewide and inter-agency information systems initiatives designed to foster
efficient and cooperative information systems functioning on an enterprise wide
level.
Provides technical
staff, end users and agency management information regarding the status of
planned projects, ongoing operational responsibilities and emerging
technologies.
COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
Knowledge of current
information technology management theories and practices.
Knowledge of
management and supervisory principles and techniques.
Knowledge of current
hardware and software capabilities used in the employing department.
Knowledge of methods
and techniques involved in the completion of information system planning
including security administration, operational capacity planning and cost
benefit analysis of alternative technologies.
Knowledge of business
and management practices and procedures as used in the employing agency.
Knowledge of computer
programming languages.
Ability to make
informed, logic based decisions relating to the establishment of information
technology system priorities within the department.
Ability to plan,
organize, control and effectively supervise the work of subordinates.
Ability to coordinate
operations activities in accordance with other agency information technology
functions.
Ability to use
initiative and judgment in order to effectively work in a team environment.
Ability to maintain
self-control when confronted with emergency, critical or unusual situations.
Displays high standards of ethical conduct. Exhibits honesty and integrity. Refrains from theft-related, dishonest or
unethical behavior.
Works and communicates with internal and external
clients and customers to meet their needs in a polite, courteous, and
cooperative manner. Committed to quality
service.
Displays a high level of initiative, effort and
commitment towards completing assignments efficiently. Works with minimal supervision. Demonstrates responsible behavior and
attention to detail.
Responds appropriately to supervision. Follows policy and cooperates with supervisors.
Aligns behavior with the needs, priorities and goals
of the organization.
Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust,
and group identity. Fosters commitment
and team spirit.
Expresses information to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information. Listens to others and responds appropriately.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SPECIAL
REQUIREMENTS
Graduation from an
accredited four-year college or university and experience equal to six years of
full-time professional work in information technology systems management which
included two years of management experience in information technology;
OR
an equivalent combination of
education and experience substituting the equivalent of six months of full time
work experience in information technology for one year of the required
education to a maximum substitution of two years;
OR
substitution of one year (thirty
semester of equivalent hours) of graduate level course work in Computer Science
or Management Information Systems for one year of the required work experience
to a maximum substitution of one year;
OR
employees with current
continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes experience
equal to thirty months of full time work as an Information Technology
Specialist 4;
OR
employees with current
continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes experience
equal to eighteen months of full time work as an Information Technology
Specialist 5;
OR
employees with current continuous
experience in the state executive branch that includes experience equal to
one-year full time work as an Information Technology Administrator 1.
SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION
For designated
positions the appointing authority, with Iowa Department of Administrative
Services – Human Resources Enterprise prior approval, may request those
applicants possessing a minimum of twelve semester hours of education or six
months of experience or a combination thereof in the following areas....
139 database
419 personal
computer/LAN/servers
955 business
application processes
956 systems
programming/systems management
957 education
(information technology)
Applicants wishing to be
considered for such designated positions must list applicable course work and
experience on the application.
Effective Date:
04/06 DF