Information System Supervisor

                                                                             JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

CITY OF UNALASKA
Information Systems Division

Open Date:                           August 17, 2020

Close Date:                            September 21, 2020

Position:                                INFORMATION SYSTEM SUPERVISOR

Hiring Salary:                       $76,706 – $99,724 / Salary  

The City of Unalaska is accepting applications for the position of Information System Supervisor in the Finance Department.  Located in the central Aleutian Islands, Unalaska, Alaska is a multicultural coastal community of approximately 4,500 full-time residents and is home to the number one commercial fishing port in the United States, the International Port of Dutch Harbor.

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification. Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Under minimal direction from the Finance Director, this position is responsible for managing city-wide computer hardware and software to insure effective and efficient use of computer technology and information systems.  This position is also responsible for developing and implementing strategic plans for information systems.  Provides supervision to two staff positions – Network Administrator and Computer Specialist I.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: Knowledge of local area networks, wireless networks, VMWare virtual environments, Cisco VoIP environments, Windows Server O/S, application support, Crystal Reports, PC, and infrastructure maintenance.  Knowledge of developing and maintaining Access database programs.  Knowledge of the principles and practices of employment supervision.  Must be highly organized with the ability to multi-task, maintain confidentiality, and work under pressure.  Excellent verbal and written communications skills. Must be self-motivated, accurate, and detail-oriented.  Ability to work independently and as a team member.  Must be proficient in a Windows environment, including word processing, spreadsheet, and database software.  Must be able to operate a City vehicle.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Undergraduate degree in Information Technology or related field.

Five (5) years’ experience with Windows server and workstation platforms.

Two (2) years prior supervisory experience.

Must possess experience with, Microsoft Office and SQL server.

Preferred qualifications – Graduate degree in Information technology or related field, Certifications in VCP (VMWare Certified Professional), MSCE, CCNA, and A+, Tyler/Munis applications, IP Camera Systems, Wireless Radio network infrastructure, GIS development standards, security, data management and sharing.

Combined education and experience which could provide knowledge, skills abilities listed will be evaluated on an individual basis.

LICENCES & SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be at least 18 years of age.

Must have or ability to obtain an Alaska Driver’s License within 90 days of hire;

Must be eligible to work in the US; if hired must complete employment eligibility verification form (I-9) as required by Federal law.

Successfully pass background test which includes criminal background, professional and reference check. 

Successfully pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test

BENEFITS:

$5,000 Relocation Assistance, if applicable.

Travel allowance $2,000 every year on your date of hire after 1st year of employment.

Free Annual Membership of Life Med (employee + dependents)

Free Membership for Parks, Culture and Recreation (employee only)

Medical and Dental premiums 100% employer paid (employee & dependents)

Paid Time Off starting at 16 hours a month.

Eligible for 457 Plans with ICMA- RC or Mutual of America

9 paid Holidays and 3 floating Holidays per year

Eligible for PERS retirement.

Up to 100% tuition reimbursement (must be taken while employed; refer to Title III)

TO APPLY: Submit a City of Unalaska Application. All necessary forms are available at City Hall, Administration Dept. 907-581-1252, or by downloading at www.ci.unalaska.ak.us [job openings/Employment Forms Link]. Return completed forms to City of Unalaska HR Manager, Michelle Murdock email [email protected] or fax 907-581-4469