Deputy Director - Database & Networking (MIS/IT 5)

Summary

The incumbent is responsible for managing the design, implementation and management of a stable enterprise class network and relational database management system with relevant network based applications/systems that meet changing organisation needs. The incumbent will also co-ordinate and assist in staff training to ensure that the human asset of the organisation is equipped with the requisite knowledge to efficiently and effectively utilise deployed systems and is responsible for: The design, implementation, maintenance and management of technical, administrative and library technology database systems. To coordinate and provide staff training in the use of information systems and database systems. To supervise the administration of all data and communication network assets. Salary Range: 💰 $4,266,270 – $5,737,658 JMD per annum

Responsibilities

• • Assists with the evaluation of corporate objectives and meet with senior managers to develop suitable approaches that conform to and/ or enhances the IT policy of the organisation;
• • Assists in the interviewing of personnel to ensure that the requisite competency exists that meet or exceed systems technical requirements;
• • Develops technical specifications for sourcing or development of applications, database management systems, network architecture and supporting ICT infrastructure;
• • Completes and gains acceptance for design specification, system architecture;
• • Manages the fine-tuning of systems and network infrastructure;
• • Assists in the evaluation and selection of multi-media information and learning resources;
• • Assists in the establishment and maintenance of disaster prepareness and recovery plans;
• • Makes infrastructure recommendations that underpin e-library services;
• • Supervises the addition, upgrade and maintenance of the organisation intra/ internet infrastructure and web-base applications;
• • Evaluates system requirements and recommends purchase, development and modifications;
• • Ensures appropriate system security measures and defines contingency and disaster recovery plans;
• • Maintains control of the structure, content, integrity, replication, backup and access of the organisation database management system;
• • Establishes and manages relevant and updated system documentation and user manuals for all computer based systems and network components;
• • Assists with the acceptance testing of system components and the diagnosis of system errors;
• • Develops or recommends training material and assists with the planning and implementation of training programmes;
• • Trains the JLS system user to troubleshoot user specific problems, errors and discrepancies;
• • Co-ordinates the implementation of database change requests;
• • Assists with the preparation and monitoring of the Information Technology Division's budget;
• • Manages system administrators and supports personnel of the JLS islandwide data and communication networks;
• • Oversees the addition and deletion of users from the enterprise network after the requisite authorisation;
• • Liaises with supplier in the procurement and installation of computer systems hardware, software and network components;
• • Provides technical guidance to staff;
• • Performs any other duties.

Required Skills

• Core:

  • • Strong oral and communication skills
  • • Good interpersonal skills

• Technical:

  • • Sound knowledge of current advances and emerging technology in field telecommunications and computer networks relating to enterprise architecture, design, implementation, security, network operating systems platforms and management.
  • • Expert knowledge of enterprise database management systems and the mechanism required for design, implementation, security, data protection and management.
  • • Working knowledge of project costing and management.
  • • Strong oral communication and interpersonal skills

Qualifications

• • A university degree in Computer Science, Computer Information System, Management Information System, Electronics, Electrical Engineering with Computer Science, Mathematics with Computer Science, Digital Technology or a closely related a discipline.

• Certification in one or more of the following (or a closely related certification):

  • • CISCO Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Microsoft Certified System Engineer (MCSE), Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP), Project Management Professional (PMP).

Additional Information and Instructions

Applications accompanied by Résumés should be submitted no later than Thursday, 27th February, 2025 to: Director General Jamaica Library Service 2 Tom Redcam Drive P.O. Box 58 Kingston 5 📧 Email: dirgen@jls.gov.jm ℹ️ Subject: Deputy Director - Database & Networking (MIS/IT 5) Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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