APPLICATION & TECH SUPP SPEC 1 - Jobs in Toronto, ON

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Job Category: Information & TechnologyDivision & Section: City Clerks, City Clerks Strategic Integrat & ExcelWork Location: City Hall, 100 Queen Street WestJob Type & Duration: Full Time, Temporary, 12 MonthsHourly Rate and Wage Grade: $43.97 - $48.20, TF0187, Wage Grade 14Shift Information: Monday - Friday, 35 Hours per WeekAffiliation: L79 Full-timeNumber of Positions Open: 1Posting Period: 10-NOV-2021 to 24-NOV-2021Major Responsibilities:Under the direction of the Senior Systems Integrator, Clerk IT Client Services, the incumbent provides expertise of a technical and business nature related to Application, Desktop, Network, Security & Access Management and Server Supports in addressing opportunities/challenges.

• Schedules workload and sets priorities
• Leads team in identification and resolution of issues and problems
• Provides expertise in assessment, analysis, evaluation of alternatives and resolution of issues & problems
• Liaises and co-ordinates with internal & external groups on resolution of problems
• Recommends preventative solutions to mitigate recurrence of similar problems
• Develops and recommends improvements to current environment, policies & processes
• Acquires and disposes of hardware and software
• Configures network and server-related hardware and software
• Monitors and maintains access and security of data and infrastructure
• Configuration of server hardware and software
• Advises desktop configuration management teams on hardware & software technologies and deployment alternatives
• Advises network management teams on hardware & software technologies, connectivity and backup & recovery alternatives
• Advises security management & control teams on security-related technologies and access control alternatives Performs capacity planning
• Reviews work of staff and provides training to them
• Prepares, directs, and recommends for approval training material and documentation for use by clients and staff
• Provides training to clients in use of technology
• Prepares statistics and drafts summary reports
• Supports the centralized management of access control
• Installs/rolls out application, hardware and/or software and takes inventory of such assets Attends committee meetings
• Travels to off-site locations

Key Qualifications:Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:

• Considerable experience securely configuring and supporting business applications such as Microsoft Office 365, Collaboration platforms, Creative Design Software, Digital Archival Software and high volume printing and sorting solutions

• Extensive experience providing over-the-phone and in-person technical support to high profile clients while documenting requests and incidents as per ITIL processes.

• Extensive experience in end to end systems management (i.e. mobile devices, printers, servers, applications and databases), including systems documentation, applying industry standards and protocols, systems planning and implementation, application and user security, scripting and systems testing.

• Extensive experience configuration and supporting the following technologies such as Windows Server, IIS, Tomcat, Mongo, Linux, Citrix, Backup and recovery solutions, File Sharing solutions, VMWare, SQL Server, Microsoft Active Directory domains and Active Directory Federated Services.

• Extensive experience leading complex technology projects for both internally and externally hosted services.

You must also have:

• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills to provide troubleshooting support, prepare technical documentation and reports on problems and to deal effectively with staff at all levels within the organization.
• Commitment to delivering superior customer service, performance quality and continuous improvement.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision, set priorities, plan and execute tasks.
• Ability to establish and maintain good consulting relationships with clients and vendors.
• Knowledge of systems and network hardware and software such as Novell Netware, Windows 7/8.1/10, Mac OS, Ethernet, IP, routers, switches, and network management tools (e.g. virus protection and server monitoring) and HP, XEROX and/or Lexmark multifunction devices.
• Knowledge of malware, ransomware and other security threats to end point infrastructure.
• Knowledge of cloud based solutions.
• Knowledge of HP Service and Asset Manager, or equivalent tool, for incidents and service requests monitoring
• Knowledge of configuring and administering automated software delivery, including the creation of packages for delivery.
• Knowledge of 3G/4G, LTE and later mobile communications technologies.
• Knowledge of a project methodology and various levels of system and/or application testing.
• Ability to lift/move equipment/boxes up to 40 lbs.
• Ability to travel to various work locations in a timely and efficient manner.

• A valid Ontario Class "G" Drivers License and access to a personal vehicle for work is an asset.
• Industry certifications from Microsoft, Cisco, VMware and Amazon would be an asset.
• Knowledge of ITIL processes. ITIL certification would be an asset.
• Knowledge of Case Management Systems, an asset.

Equity, Diversity and InclusionThe City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve. Learn more about the City’s commitment to employment equity.AccommodationThe City of Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability-related accommodation during the application process is available upon request. Learn more about the City’s Hiring Policies and Accommodation Process.Quick Apply

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