Information Management Specialist

Full Time
Lorman, MS 39096
Posted
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Position Information

Job Title
Information Management Specialist

FLSA Status
Exempt

Posted Salary Range
Commensurate with experience

Employment Status
Full Time

Department
School of Agriculture and Applied Sciences

Job Summary
Provide overall leadership of the Information Management Services (IMS) for the program area. The Information management Specialist will provide technical help to Extension staffs on campus, Off-campus Centers-Mound Bayou, Marks and Preston including agents and specialist located throughout 15 southwest counties and beyond. I

Knowledge Skills and Abilities
The individual should have excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills, and extensive technical knowledge of the field; perform audits and tests on computer systems, networks and hardware to ensure it is functioning properly and respond to support requests and assist in troubleshooting any problems that arise. The individual must also know how to efficiently optimize systems while improving network security, as well as have strong communication skills to provide timely support when needed. Individual will also work with a program staff in different counties including off-campus demonstration centers to help fix their computer problems, but they will also work with other IT Help Desk Technicians to provide the best support possible.

Essential Job Functions
Coordinate the equipment inventory for the program and provide an updated report to the Associate Director for Extension’s office as required.
Manage hardware and software procurement and license management.
Develop a yearly Information Management Services’ budget.
Ensure continuing staff development, provide technology training, and ensure proper operation and maintenance of hardware.
Provide structured information storage services so that the unit can manage, storage, and backups for their extension and research projects.
Supervise the Information Management System unit staff and students.
Coordinate with all department heads, faculty and staff including Research and Extension. · Serve as project manager for the unit.
Plan and implement additions, deletions, and major modifications to the supporting infrastructure Responsible for strategic planning, implementation, service delivery, and support of Information Management Infrastructure Services for the program by ensuring Data Management reliability and availability.

Qualifications
Master’s Degree in Computer and Information Sciences or related areas

Licensing and Certifications
N/A

Physical Requirements

Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas
No

Sedentary Work - Exerting 10 pounds
Occasionally

Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds
Not Required

Medium Work - Exerting 20-50 pounds
Not Required

Heavy Work - Exerting 50-100 pounds
Not Required

Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds
Not Required

Travel
Occasionally

Extended Work Hours
Occasionally

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
S864

Number of Vacancies
1

Location
Lorman

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date
11/03/2022

Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

EEO Statement

Alcorn State University

Equal Employment Opportunity and Notice of Non-Discrimination
Alcorn State University is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Alcorn State University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.



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