How To Become A Data System Administrator

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1 Page 1 of 5 OPEN DATE: 03/30/15 CLOSE DATE: 04/13/15 DAKOTA COUNTY Employee Relations Administration Center, 1590 Highway 55 Hastings, MN INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF: Data System Administrator An Equal Opportunity Employer SALARY $ $37.18 Hourly $49, $77, Annually POSITION DATA SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR - Job # POSTING TYPE: External DEPARTMENT: Public Health HOURS: Full-time HIRING RANGE: $49, $55, /year (107 grade) LOCATION: West St Paul, MN UNION: Public Health Teamsters CLOSE DATE: Open until 4:30 p.m. April 13, 2015 In Public Health, this position provides day to day program and project support as lead technical administrator for the maintenance and management of Public Health information systems with a focus on the electronic health record system and health information exchange. Manage data systems administration and provide oversight for department technology initiatives. Act as a liaison with state and county partners to ensure consistency and compliance with state and federal rules and mandates. Provide consultative, technical and professional support and expertise in program design, implementation, administration, evaluation and communication of various department wide programs with a focus on data systems. Performs responsible professional work analyzing work methods and procedures and conducting research and preparing recommendations and proposals. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Information Technology or a related field AND Three years of experience in data systems administration, OR three years of experience working with the department information systems. Or, an equivalent combination of education and experience to total seven or more years. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES These examples do not include all possible tasks in this work and do not limit the assignment of related tasks in any position of this classification. Regular attendance according to the position's management approved work schedule is required for all positions.. 1. Serve as a systems/application content expert and lead technical administrator for the maintenance and management of the department's Electronic Health Record system (PH-Doc) and other applications as needed.

00 Annually POSITION DATA SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR - Job # 34036.15.001 POSTING TYPE: External DEPARTMENT: Public Health HOURS: Full-time HIRING RANGE: $49,680.00 - $55,890.

2 Page 2 of 5 2. Serve as project specialist for the implementation of the department's health information exchange (HIE). 3. Partner with Information Technology, State and other stakeholders to implement system upgrades and modifications. 4. Ensure department systems and procedures are in place to maintain integrity of Public Health databases and applications. 5. Research and recommend long-term strategies, technology solutions and capacity planning to meet future needs and enhance current processes 6. Participate in purchasing hardware, software and components by doing research, making recommendations and following through on decision as appropriate. 7.Identify technology related training needs, and develop, implement and coordinate technical training for the Department. 8 Provide technical assistance in areas of expertise. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Duties 1-8 are essential functions. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES AND WORK ENVIRONMENT Considerable knowledge of common end-user computer environments, including applications, desktop and laptop computers, mobile devices, and other peripherals in common use by government agencies. Considerable knowledge of IT infrastructures, including understanding of network architecture, server and data storage architecture, and other associated systems. Considerable knowledge in the design, and implementation of software and hardware solutions, systems, or products. Considerable knowledge of governmental organizations, administrative procedures, and operations. Skill and ability to negotiate terms of projects, including deliverables, timelines and resources. Considerable ability to communicate orally and in writing in a clear and concise manner. Demonstrated ability to evaluate information and prepare recommendations. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Demonstrated ability to complete complex assignments on time with a high degree of quality. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is primarily sedentary, although there is some walking, local travel, and lifting requirement of up to 20 pounds on an occasional basis.. The work is typically performed in an adequately lighted and climate controlled office. May require occasional travel. SELECTION PROCESS: The examination/selection process for this classification will consist of a rating of your training and experience from the application materials submitted. The top scoring candidates will be forwarded to the hiring department for further consideration. APPLICATIONS MAY BE OBTAINED AND SUBMITTED ONLINE AT: OR Dakota County Employee Relations - Administration Center 1590 Highway 55 Hastings, MN EXAM # DATA SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR GM Data System Administrator Supplemental Questionnaire * 1. Please initial the box below to CONFIRM that you have reviewed, understand and possess the minimum qualifications for this position. * 2.

Ensure department systems and procedures are in place to maintain integrity of Public Health databases and applications. 5.

3 Page 3 of 5 Applicants for this recruitment will be rated based on their answers to the supplemental questions listed below and application materials. It is IMPERATIVE that information provided on the application and resume are detailed and clearly outline your work experience & skills. They must also support and/or match answers to the supplemental questions. Please initial the box below to CONFIRM that the information provided is accurate and true to the best of your knowledge. Falsification may result in disqualification from consideration for this and subsequent recruitments with Dakota County for up to three years. * 3. Minimum Qualification Screening Select which bests describes your qualifications below. Bachelor's degree or higher in Business Administration, Public Administration, Information Technology, or a related field AND Three or more years of experience in data systems administration, OR Three or more years of experience working with department information systems. Equivalent combination or education and experience to total 7 or more years None of the above * 4. If you selected equivalent "combination of education and experience" above, indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. * 5. Please select the highest level of education completed or Degree held. (Degree must be held by the closing date of this recruitment). High School Diploma or G.E.D equivalent Professional/Technical Certificate equivalent to 1 year of full-time post-secondary education Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree or higher * 6. How many years of work experience do you have working with computerized information systems? 1 year 2 years 3 plus years * 7. Describe your work experience with computerized information systems. If you have no experience indicate "NONE". * 8. How many years of experience do you have in project management? * 9. Describe your project management professional work experience. If you have no experience indicate "NONE".

They must also support and/or match answers to the supplemental questions. Please initial the box below to CONFIRM that the information provided is accurate and true to the best of your knowledge.

4 Page 4 of 5 * 10. How many years of experience do you have implementing new applications? * 11. Describe your experience with the implementation of new applications and/or software experience. If you have no experience indicate "NONE". * 12. How many years of experience do you have with application or database administration? * 13. Describe your experience with application or database administration. What was your role and what functions did you perform? If you have no experience, indicate "NONE". * 14. How many years of experience do you have working with electronic health records and applications? 1-2 years * 15. Describe any experience you have working with electronic health records and applications. If you have no experience, indicate "NONE". * 16. Indicate if you have work experience using AND supporting the following (check all that apply). Windows 7 Outlook 2010 Access 2010 Excel 2010 PowerPoint 2010 Word 2010 Crystal Reports 10 or 11 Share Point Electronic Document Management Systems None of the above 17. Your response to this question will help Dakota County evaluate the effectiveness of recruitment sources for this specific position. You may have been asked this question in the Agency Wide Questions but we would ask you to please complete this question here as well. Please select the one source that most closely describes how you first learned about this opportunity. Dakota County Website Job Interest s from Dakota County Careerbuilder College Website, Instructor, Career Services

Describe your experience with application or database administration. What was your role and what functions did you perform? If you have no experience, indicate "NONE". * 14.

5 Page 5 of 5 JobsInMinneapolis/StPaul League of Minnesota Cities MN Association of Counties Minnesota Council of Non-Profits Minnesota Works Website Monster InDeed Social Media (LinkedIn, Mad Mimi) Job Fair or Dakota County Event Professional Association Website I am a former employee of Dakota County Referred by A Dakota County Employee Friend, Family or Colleague Other * 18. If you selected Other, please indicate where you heard about this opportunity with Dakota County. * Required Question

Association Website I am a former employee of Dakota County Referred by A Dakota County Employee Friend, Family or

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Page 1 of 5 DAKOTA COUNTY Employee Relations Administration Center, 1590 Highway 55 Hastings, MN 55033-2372 651.438.4435 http://www.dakotacounty.us INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF: Social Worker-