Additional Info

General Position Information


Department Name: IT Infrastructure Services UNCAWorking Title: IT Systems Associate
Holder Name: FLSA Designation: Non-Exempt
FTE: 1.00

Position Description Details


Responsibilities and Duties


RESPONSIBILITYTIME SPENT PERCENTAGEESSENTIAL FUNCTIONTASKS
System Implementation and Management45X

Assist with the implement and management of systems, applications, and software hosted on-premise or in the cloud.

Troubleshooting and Support30X

Assist in troubleshooting and supporting for the university community in accessing and utilizing systems; including on-call requirements. Answer user questions and help to keep campus communities informed regarding changes, incidents, problems, policies, and procedures related to supported systems.

Reporting and Documentation10

Prepare and deliver reports, documentation of processes, and tracking of inventory as requested and scheduled.

Research and Testing10

Participate and provide input on the research and testing of new technologies.

Other Duties5

Other duties as assigned.


Zone Definition Factors


Knowledge Skills and Abilities


Thorough knowledge and experience with Microsoft Windows operating systems, software, applications, and hardware. Ability to effectively maintain client expectations whose priorities will frequently adapt to change. Proven ability to interact with customers in a pleasant and positive manner during stressful situations. Ability to explain technical concepts to clients at all levels of experience and technical competencies. Ability and desire to develop and learn new skills. Under the direction of and in partnership with the NU Security team, implement and maintain security strategies, policies, and standards to protect University assets. Responsible for actively researching and reviewing security practices to make recommendations based on institutional risk and operational impact.


Problem Solving - Decision Making


Responsible for making decisions affecting the requirements, design and support of system-wide services. They must be able to make informed decisions regarding the direction and priorities of infrastructure services. Ability to develop processes that assist staff in troubleshooting complex hardware and software issues. Must be able to set goals, plan paths to reach the goal, and execute plans effectively in a timely manner. Have the ability to multi-task and manage competing priorities on duties as assigned.


Impact


Significant impact on the operation of system-wide IT services, in many cases, providing the foundation on which all university services are built.


Interactions


Interactions could take place with faculty, staff, students and other members of the university community. Collaboration with colleagues throughout ITS and decentralized IT and working with vendors.


Supervision Received


Moderate supervision received


Supervision Exercised


Does this position supervise?:

No


Type of Supervision Exercised:


Work Environment & Physical Demands


Working Environment


Office


Activity Frequency


Sit: Frequently (34-66%)Bending: 
Stand: Occasionally (1-33%)Kneeling: 
Walk: Occasionally (1-33%)Reaching: 
Drive Motor Vehicle: Crawling: 
Squatting: Climbing: 

Use of Hands/ Wrists


Keyboard: YESPipefitting: 
Fine Manipulation: Grasping: 
Repetitive Motion: 

If other use of hands/ wrists, please explain:

Operation of standard office and computer equipment