HWU I.T. Systems Adminstrator

Salary: $23.12 Hourly

Location : Henderson KY 42420, KY

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 24-00072

Department: Henderson Water Utility Admin.

Division: HWU Administration

Opening Date: 12/11/2024

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HENDERSON WATER UTLITY CLASSIFICATION SPECIFICATION
CLASSIFICATION TITLE: HWU IT SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR

PURPOSE OF CLASSIFICATION
This classification's purpose is to aid in administering Henderson Water Utility (HWU) computer hardware and software systems, active directory domain, and network equipment and to provide technical support to staff regarding data processing needs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all- inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
• Meets with department staff to discuss and assess the data processing needs of the department.
• Provide primary user hardware and software support.
• Provide technical support to end-users on hardware, software, and network-related issues.
• Assist in the installation, configuration, and maintenance of servers, workstations, printers, and networking equipment and associated software.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure optimal uptime and performance.
• Implement security measures to protect the organization's data and infrastructure.
• Perform routine backups and disaster recovery procedures to safeguard critical information.
• Collaborate with other IT team members to identify areas for improvement and implement solutions.
• Document IT procedures, configurations, and troubleshooting steps for future reference.
• Stay informed about emerging technologies and industry best practices to enhance the organization's IT capabilities.
• Occasionally responsible for installing, terminating, and testing Ethernet cabling to maintain network infrastructure integrity.
• Ensure adherence to ethical standards and best practices in all aspects of IT system administration, including data privacy, security protocols, and professional conduct.
• Review new programs and software; test software developed or purchased by the department.
• Perform routine maintenance on computer system hardware, software, and peripherals.
• Maintaining regular and predictable in-person attendance during regular business hours at Henderson Water Utility is required.
• Must undergo and successfully complete drug test and alcohol screening prior to employment and undergo and successfully complete future drug test and/or alcohol screening pursuant to the City's Drug and Alcohol policy.
• Assist Automation with various projects, computer, network, and server systems as required.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS
Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Associate degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field supplemented by three
(3) years of previous relevant experience and/or training.
• Strong understanding of computer systems, networks, and operating systems.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Windows, iPadOS, and iOS operating systems.
• Basic knowledge of TCP/IP networking protocols and services (DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, etc.).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA A+, Network+, Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator) are a plus but not required.

PERFORMANCE APTITUDES
Data Utilization: Requires the ability to review, classify, categorize, prioritize, and/or analyze data. Includes exercising discretion in determining data classification, and in referencing such analysis to established standards for the purpose of recognizing actual or probable interactive effects and relationships. Human Interaction: Requires the ability to provide guidance, assistance, and/or interpretation to others regarding the application of procedures and standards to specific situations.
Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Materials Utilization: Requires the ability to operate and control the actions of equipment and machinery, requiring the monitoring, adjustment, regulation, and/or setting of multiple conditions.
Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to utilize a wide variety of reference, descriptive, advisory and/or design data and information.
Mathematical Aptitude: Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication and division; ability to calculate decimals and percentage; may include ability to perform mathematical operations with fractions; may include ability to compute discount, interest, profit and loss, ratio and proportion; may include ability to calculate surface area, volumes, weights and measures.
Functional Reasoning: Requires the ability to apply principles of rational systems; to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form; and to exercise independent judgment to adopt or modify methods and standards to meet variations in assigned objectives.
Situational Reasoning: Requires the ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving evaluation of information against measurable or verifiable criteria.
ADA COMPLIANCE
Physical Ability: Tasks require the ability to exert very moderate physical effort in light work, typically involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (12-20 pounds).
Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, depth, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
Environmental Factors: Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.
This job description does not constitute a contract of employment. Any oral or written statements or promises to the contrary are hereby expressly disavowed and should not be relied upon by any prospective or existing employees. This job description is subject to change by the employer (the Henderson Water Utility) at the discretion of the employer or as the needs of the employer and/or requirements of the job

change. The City of Henderson explicitly reserves the right to modify any of the provisions of this job description at any time and without notice. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties or essential functions does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

Benefits include but are not limited to:
Health Insurance
Group Life Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Cancer Insurance
Disability Insurance
Accident Insurance