Information systems specialist
City of Winnipeg’s Innovation and Technology Department is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Information systems specialist. City of Winnipeg’s Innovation and Technology Department pioneers digital solutions for civic progress. It spearheads projects enhancing service delivery, data management, and infrastructure efficiency. Functioning as a catalyst for modernization, it collaborates with stakeholders to optimize city operations and foster technological innovation, positioning Winnipeg as a leader in smart city initiatives. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
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Job Description:
Employer Name: City of Winnipeg
Department: Innovation and Technology
Position: Information systems specialist
No of Vacancies: 1
Salary: $1364.67 to $1832.72 Weekly
Employment Type: Full Time/Temporary (up to 2 years)
Employee Group: WAPSO
Location: 65 Garry Street, Winnipeg, MB, Canada
Hours of Work: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (On-call and Occasional off-hours)
Job ID: 124293
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience and training
Experience: Candidates should have a minimum of three years of related experience in LAN, workplace operating systems, development environments (client/server and web) and a wide variety of system tools
Physical Requirements:
- The candidates should have the ability to work independently and in a team environment
- The candidates should have the ability to provide technical guidance, train, and mentor junior staff
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should have experience with relational databases and SQL and should possess a high level of expertise in designing, writing, and maintaining programs
- The candidates should have training and/or experience with AMANDA, Maximo, and GeoMedia and experience with GIS concepts and tools
- The candidates should demonstrate proficiency in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite of Products (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- The candidates should demonstrate problem-solving skills with the ability to exercise initiative and sound judgment in fast-paced, and often, stressful conditions
- The candidates should have strong verbal communication skills with the ability to present technical information to individuals of varying technical ability
- The candidates should have written communication skills with the ability to express ideas clearly and concisely
- The candidates should possess analytical skills with the ability to design and develop a solution to meet the customer’s requirements and provide excellent customer service
- The candidates should have the ability to learn and adapt to a changing technological development and operating environment
- The candidates should have the ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with employees at all levels of the organization and external contacts
- The candidates should be willing and able to obtain specific courses and/or experience as is required by the portfolio assigned
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to independently undertake small and medium projects for the development or support of Information Systems
- The candidates should be able to participate with the Information Systems Coordinator on medium to large size projects for the development or support of Information Systems
- The candidates should be able to maintain, support, and operate the application software component of the information system(s)
- The candidates should be able to develop information systems and associated documentation (test plans, technical specs, training guides) to meet customers’ needs
- The candidates should be able to analyze business requirements and design small to medium information systems in collaboration with stakeholders
- The candidates should be able to implement information systems and provide training, as required, to achieve successful user sign-off
- The candidates should be able to perform other key duties, including the maintenance/advancement of IT knowledge and assisting co-workers
- The candidates should be able to perform related duties consistent with the classification as required
Benefits:
- The candidates will get employer-paid benefits, dental and vision care, pension plans, and maternity/parental leave programs
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through the below-mentioned details.
We thank all the applicants for showing their interest and trust in us, however, only the most eligible candidates will be selected and conducted for further procedure directly from employers, in between no charges/fees or original documents will be asked from any applicant. All the best!