Class Code: 00129
IOWA DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES –
HUMAN RESOURCES
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ADMINISTRATOR 4
DEFINITION
Directs, supervises
and coordinates a major segment of a statewide information technology system
that impacts other information technology operations; performs related work as
required.
The Work Examples and Competencies
listed are for illustrative purposes only and not intended to be the primary
basis for position classification decisions.
WORK EXAMPLES
Supervises and
evaluates the work of a subordinate staff; effectively recommends personnel
actions related to selection, disciplinary procedures, performance, leaves of
absence, grievances, work schedules and assignments, and administers personnel
and related policies and procedures.
Coordinates and
directs comprehensive studies and analysis of the various functions and
operations of departments utilizing central information technology services by
reviewing and approving proposed applications, developing priorities, and
evaluating their impact on hardware and software in order to determine the
feasibility of converting existing methods and procedures to information
technology.
Directs the
development and preparation of the information technology department budget by
reviewing current and proposed personnel requirements, projects, and priorities
submitted by subordinate administrators for approval.
Evaluates and
approves contracts for information technology processing equipment rental or
purchase by analyzing current and proposed projects and hardware needs of those
projects; evaluates systems and proposals made by vendors to other data
processing units.
Develops long-range
plans and establishes schedules and priorities for the acquisition and
installation of automation equipment and for the transition from existing to
new information technology procedures.
Reviews and makes
recommendations on State Information Technology Systems by examining and
evaluating computer applications and data transmission.
Develops and administers
data processing policies and procedures in the department and reviews and
approves work methods developed and recommended by subordinate administrators
in order to direct and control unit activities.
Analyzes program
achievements by evaluating activities to assure efficient operations,
compliance with objectives, policies, and procedures, and to implement changes
where needed.
Controls the work of the
department's individual information technology units by developing,
implementing and coordinating a program of action and objectives to maintain
balanced assignments and to effectively utilize staff.
COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
Knowledge of current
information technology theories and practices.
Knowledge of
management principles and supervisory techniques.
Knowledge of computer
capabilities and limitations.
Knowledge of
information technology applications.
Knowledge of hardware
configurations applicable to multi-programming computer systems.
Knowledge of computer
software.
Knowledge of computer
programming languages.
Knowledge of
budgetary practices.
Knowledge of the
methods and techniques involved in the completion of information technology
system planning including security administration, operational capacity
planning and the cost benefit analysis of alternative technologies.
Ability to plan,
organize, control and effectively supervise the work of a subordinate staff.
Ability to exercise
tact and initiative in establishing and maintaining rapport with other agency
administrators and users to exchange information, discuss priorities, answer
inquiries, and enlist support for expansion, sophistication, and acceptance of
Information Technology in the agency.
Ability to coordinate
line and staff information technology functions.
Ability to use
initiative and judgment in order to effectively work in a team environment.
Ability to maintain
self-control when confronted with emergency, critical or unusual situations.
Ability to adapt to frequent
changes in the work environment so an adequate workflow can be maintained.
Displays high standards of ethical conduct. Exhibits honesty and integrity. Refrains from theft-related, dishonest or unethical behavior.
Works and communicates with internal and external
clients and customers to meet their needs in a polite, courteous, and
cooperative manner. Committed to quality
service.
Displays a high level of initiative, effort and
commitment towards completing assignments efficiently. Works with minimal supervision. Demonstrates responsible behavior and attention
to detail.
Responds appropriately to supervision. Follows policy and cooperates with
supervisors.
Aligns behavior with the needs, priorities and goals
of the organization.
Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust,
and group identity. Fosters commitment and
team spirit.
Expresses information to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information. Listens to others and responds appropriately.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SPECIAL
REQUIREMENTS
Graduation from an
accredited four-year college or university and experience equal to eight years
of full-time professional work in information technology systems management
which included four years of management experience in the area of application
design and development or four years in managing profession staff engaged in
the installation and operation of mainframe equipment;
OR
an equivalent combination of
education and experience substituting the equivalent of six months full time
work experience in developing computer applications, maintaining computer
software systems or computer operations for one year of the required education
to a maximum substitution of two years;
OR
substitution of one year (thirty
semester of equivalent hours) of graduate level course work in Computer Science
or Management Information Systems for one year of the required experience to a
maximum substitution of one year;
OR
employees with current
continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes experience
equal to one year of full time work as an Information Technology Administrator
3;
OR
employees with current
continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes experience
equal to eighteen months of full time work as an Information Technology
Administrator 2.
SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION
For designated positions the appointing
authority, with Iowa Department of Administrative Services – Human Resources
Enterprise prior approval, may request those applicants possessing a minimum of
twelve semester hours of education, six months of experience, or a combination
of both, or a specific certificate, license, or endorsement in the following
areas:
130 Mainframe
Business Applications
161 Operations
956 Systems
Programming/Systems
Applicants wishing to be
considered for such designated positions must list applicable course work,
experience, certificate, license, or endorsement on the application.
Effective Date:
04/06 DF