DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS
The Information Systems Manager is responsible for managing, administering, and supervising the Information Systems Division. Employees of this class are expected to exercise a high degree of independence, initiative, and professional data processing expertise in the administration of the Information Systems Division.
An important aspect is the administrative and supervisory nature and the responsibility of all information systems functions, including mini and microcomputers, local and wide area network, and geographical information systems.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Direct, oversee, and participate in developing systems design, computer programming, information systems operations, computer communications, and networking.
- Responsible for the proper procedures, policies, and operations of the Information Systems Division, which includes the areas of mini and micro computers, local area, and wide area network services, geographical systems and fund accounting.
- Confer with divisional, departmental, and business representatives regarding conversion from manual to automated processes and discuss revision of procedures, systems development, timing of conversions, costs and other problems involved in providing information technology (IT) services.
- Install and perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs on PCS, printers, terminals, and data communications equipment.
- Supervise support systems on tasks such as backups, report distribution, problem resolution and administration of the computer security function.
- Responsible for enforcing compliance with policies and procedures and confidentiality of all data as they pertain to this position.
- Combine expertise in computer technology to design and/or implement Automated Data Processing and/or Geographic Information applications; responsible for recommending purchase and requisition of Automated Data Processing and Geographic Information Systems hardware, software and peripherals.
- Keep current on advances in technology and changes in various regulations and procedures related to Automated Data Processing and/or Geographic Information Systems.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
- Knowledge and experience of Novell Netware 4.x use and administration, common problems, problem solving, troubleshooting, security and maintenance.
- Some knowledge in general management and financial management skills.
- Knowledge of a broad range of computer related technologies such as wide area networking (e-mail), database management, and software packages for database management, presentation graphics, spreadsheets, AutoCAD, Geographic Information systems, Fund ware and word processing.
- Skill in use of database and system utility software, in a networked environment of various computer types, to design, adapt, develop, implement and maintain database systems.
- Ability to coordinate with appropriate staff to implement directives concerning the correct design and control of database management systems.
- Ability to plan, coordinate and integrate existing equipment with new equipment in the procurement process.
- Ability to effectively plan, supervise and coordinate work of others. Ability to work both independently and in intensive concert with others.
- Ability to clearly and succinctly articulate ideas and logical analysis both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, Community Officials and the general public.
- Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position; agree to maintain a Drug-free workplace.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or a closely related field and five (5) years’ experience in information technology in the design and implementation of complex applications, systems management, and/or operations, or closely related experience and which includes two (2) years supervisory experience; Or
- Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or closely related field and seven (7) years’ experience in information technology, in the design and implementation of complex applications, systems management, and/or operations, or closely related experience and which includes three (3) years supervisory experience; Or
- High School diploma or GED and nine (9) years’ experience in information technology in the design and implementation of complex applications, systems management, operations, or closely related experience and which includes four (4) years supervisory experience.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Required to obtain a Tribal Operator’s permit.
- Valid state driver’s license with a current proof of driving record for the past 39 months will be required to qualify for a tribal driving permit. Proof of driving record must be submitted with application and must not be more than 60 days old from the date of submission of the application.
- All Gaming Facility employees must be certified (includes a full background check) and licensed as a condition of employment.
