Information Systems Specialist - Jobs in Winnipeg, MB

Job Description

As the Information Systems Specialist you are responsible for independently undertaking projects and supervising other information technology personnel in designing, developing and implementing departmental information systems and technology. You are accountable for the maintenance, support, and operation of information systems and technologies critical to the operation of the Water and Waste Department.As the Information Systems Specialist you will:

• Participate in complex, large-scale information systems development and sustainment.

• Plan, design, develop, install, modify, test, and maintain information system software.

• Provide analysis for resolving system problems, ensuring established system availability and response time objectives are met.

• Provide technical consultation on systems software.

• Develop implementation, support and use procedures for data, software products.

• Develop and implement data conversion and system interface programs, where necessary.

• Prepare unit and system integration test plans.

• Document the technical and operational environment.

• Prepare status reports reflecting current and projected workloads.

• Direct staff, as assigned.

• Ensure compliance with Worker’s Compensation Legislation, Human Rights Legislation, safety regulations and safe work practices.

• Perform other related duties consistent with the classification, as assigned.

Your education and qualifications include:

• A University Degree in Computer Science or an equivalent combination of training and experience with information technology.

• Three (3) years progressive work experience that includes system planning, designing, testing, implementing and supporting large scale application solutions using Oracle and Microsoft application and database server technologies with preference given to Oracle based applications and UNIX based environments.

• Experience with SQL, Java programming and UNIX shell scripting for systems development and integration.

• Experience with database design and optimization, and knowledge of database/application support procedures.

• Experience using ITIL processes such as change management, incident and problem management systems.

• Knowledge of Groovy would be an asset.

• Ability to perform project management and supervisory duties on small development projects and support assignments.

• Demonstrated ability in problem analysis.

• Demonstrated ability to provide quality customer service.

• Knowledge and understanding of the occupational hazards, safety precautions, regulations and procedures that is applicable to the area of work.

• Ensures compliance with Worker’s Compensation Legislation, Human Rights Legislation, safety regulations and safe work practices.

• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with employees at all levels of the organization, external contact and the public, in accordance with the Respectful Workplace Standard.

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Conditions of employment:

• The successful applicant must maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada. If the successful applicant possesses a work permit, it is their responsibility to ensure the permit remains valid.

• Prior to commencement of employment, the successful applicant will be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination by providing a Government of Manitoba issued QR code and photo identification.

• Must possess and maintain a valid Manitoba Class 5 Driver’s License.

• A Police Information Check satisfactory to the employer will be required from the successful candidate, at their expense.

CORE COMPETENCIES for ALL EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY OF WINNIPEG:

• Citizen & Customer Focus
• Respecting Diversity
• Ethics and Values
• Integrity and Trust
• Results Oriented

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