Technologist Job at University of Rhode Island
University of Rhode Island Narragansett, RI
$72,489 - $102,000 a year
Position Information
Posting Number
SF01563
Job Title
Lead Information Technologist (GSO)
Position Number
109297
FTE
1.00
FLSA
Exempt
Position Type
Professional Staff
Union
PTAA - Professional/Tech/Admin Assoc
Pay Grade Range
Salary Hiring Range: $72,489 - $102,000
Status
Calendar Year, Full-time, Limited
Department Information
Department
GSO Marine Technicians
Contact(s)
Please note: Job applications must be submitted directly online only at: (
https://jobs.uri.edu)
Contact Phone/Extension
Contact Email
Physical Demands
Campus Location
Narragansett Bay Campus
Grant Funded
Yes
Extension Contingency Notes
This is a full time calendar year position, limited to 04/21/2024 with anticipated renewal.
Job Description Summary
The search will remain open until the position has been filled. First consideration will be given to applications received by June 5, 2023. Second consideration may be given to applications received by June 17, 2023. Applications received subsequent to second consideration date (June 17, 2023) may not be given full consideration.
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BASIC FUNCTION :
Responsible for information technology systems and computing resources on URI research vessels and related shore facilities. Advise the management and technical staff on developing technologies, maintaining a philosophy of continuous improvement. Provide authoritative assistance to customers. Perform duties and responsibilities with minimal supervision.
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BASIC FUNCTION :
Responsible for information technology systems and computing resources on URI research vessels and related shore facilities. Advise the management and technical staff on developing technologies, maintaining a philosophy of continuous improvement. Provide authoritative assistance to customers. Perform duties and responsibilities with minimal supervision.
Duties and Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL
DUTIES
AND
RESPONSIBILITIES
:
Serve as the lead information technologist in the Marine Operations department at the URI Graduate School of Oceanography (GSO).
Analyze the information technology needs of the Marine Operations Department and determine appropriate solutions.
Serve as the lead information technologist for: Identity management, IP video and camera systems, IP KVM systems, VOIP intercom and telephone systems, VM cluster, Storage Area Network, Network Monitoring System.
Maintain cyberinfrastructure inventory and lifecycle management plan.
Maintain disaster recovery plan.
Provide authoritative technical consultation.
Develop budgets for IT infrastructure.
Order materials, software, and services related to duties.
Maintain vendor relationships and support contracts.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
Perform duties at sea on URI operated research vessels up to 20 days per year, non-consecutively.
Host occasional informal training seminars on network policy.
Co-author proposals for innovative telecommunication projects.
Maintain a high level of understanding of current developments in the assigned area of responsibility and anticipate future needs.
Attend occasional conferences and seminars related to duties.
Perform other duties as required.
LICENSES , TOOLS , AND EQUIPMENT :
Personal computers, printers, servers, networking hardware. word processing, database management and spreadsheet software. Scripting software for network automation. Must have or be eligible to obtain a passport, Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC), and driver’s license.
Serve as the lead information technologist in the Marine Operations department at the URI Graduate School of Oceanography (GSO).
Analyze the information technology needs of the Marine Operations Department and determine appropriate solutions.
Serve as the lead information technologist for: Identity management, IP video and camera systems, IP KVM systems, VOIP intercom and telephone systems, VM cluster, Storage Area Network, Network Monitoring System.
Maintain cyberinfrastructure inventory and lifecycle management plan.
Maintain disaster recovery plan.
Provide authoritative technical consultation.
Develop budgets for IT infrastructure.
Order materials, software, and services related to duties.
Maintain vendor relationships and support contracts.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
Perform duties at sea on URI operated research vessels up to 20 days per year, non-consecutively.
Host occasional informal training seminars on network policy.
Co-author proposals for innovative telecommunication projects.
Maintain a high level of understanding of current developments in the assigned area of responsibility and anticipate future needs.
Attend occasional conferences and seminars related to duties.
Perform other duties as required.
LICENSES , TOOLS , AND EQUIPMENT :
Personal computers, printers, servers, networking hardware. word processing, database management and spreadsheet software. Scripting software for network automation. Must have or be eligible to obtain a passport, Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC), and driver’s license.
Required Qualifications
REQUIRED
:
1. Bachelor’s degree.
2. Minimum of four years of systems administration experience or six years of experience working in a position which included a substantial amount (>50%) of system administration work.
3. Demonstrated understanding of networking theory and practices.
4. Demonstrated experience working as part of a team on one or more of the following: configuring network appliances, support of server software, support of virtual machine environments, support of network monitoring systems, and/or database administration.
5. Demonstrated experience working independently.
6. Demonstrated strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
7. Demonstrated proficiency in written communication skills.
8. Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups/populations.
9.Must have or be eligible to obtain a passport, Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC), and driver’s license.
1. Bachelor’s degree.
2. Minimum of four years of systems administration experience or six years of experience working in a position which included a substantial amount (>50%) of system administration work.
3. Demonstrated understanding of networking theory and practices.
4. Demonstrated experience working as part of a team on one or more of the following: configuring network appliances, support of server software, support of virtual machine environments, support of network monitoring systems, and/or database administration.
5. Demonstrated experience working independently.
6. Demonstrated strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
7. Demonstrated proficiency in written communication skills.
8. Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups/populations.
9.Must have or be eligible to obtain a passport, Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC), and driver’s license.
Preferred Qualifications
PREFERRED:
1. Bachelor’s degree in a computing, technology, or engineering field.
2. Demonstrated evidence of one or more vendor industry certifications such as Cisco, Dell, Aruba, Palo Alto, Arista, etc.
3. Demonstrated experience working with a VMWare environment.
4. Demonstrated experience working in a mixed Windows/Linux environment.
5. Demonstrated experience working with Fortigate products.
6. Demonstrated experience sailing on a ship at sea.
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ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES .
1. Bachelor’s degree in a computing, technology, or engineering field.
2. Demonstrated evidence of one or more vendor industry certifications such as Cisco, Dell, Aruba, Palo Alto, Arista, etc.
3. Demonstrated experience working with a VMWare environment.
4. Demonstrated experience working in a mixed Windows/Linux environment.
5. Demonstrated experience working with Fortigate products.
6. Demonstrated experience sailing on a ship at sea.
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ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES .
Environmental Conditions
This position is exposed to the normal environment of a ship at sea. The candidate is expected to perform their job duties on a moving ship occasionally and should not be prone to seasickness.
Posting Date
05/15/2023
Closing Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please attach the following 3 (
PDF
) documents to your online Employment Application:
(#1) Cover letter.
(#2) Resume.
(#3) Other Document – References – the names and contact information of three professional references. (Note: this document is required even though references may be listed on the application).
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.uri.edu/postings/11722
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Resume
- Other Document - References
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