What are the responsibilities and job description for the PROVISIONAL - IT Applications Administrator position at Olmsted County?
This is a provisional, temporary position expected to end October 2026.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in computer science or related field and four (4) years of experience in a similar position as listed in the work functions.
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Master's degree from an accredited college or university in computer science or related field and two (2) years of experience in a similar position as listed in the work functions.
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A combination of education and experience equivalent to eight (8) years of experience in a similar position as listed in the work functions.
Regular and reliable attendance is a necessary component of job/position. Individuals required to use County vehicles and equipment must have a valid driver's license and be free of any major traffic violations for the last three (3) years.
Under general supervision, ensures the stable and secure operation of enterprise applications and organizational data in a complex information technology (IT) environment. Supports a diverse, respectful, and inclusive workplace.
- Administers enterprise applications to meet business and customer requirements. Provides application support, including installation, release management, and configuration.
- Troubleshoots client related issues for assigned enterprise application software.
- Conducts capacity planning and change management for assigned enterprise application software.
- Maintains application specific access management and security support.
- Provides consultative support for other teams and customers regarding enterprise applications.
- Coordinates outsourcing activities for assigned enterprise applications.
- Researches, analyzes, and recommends new software. Collaborates with business support teams and customers to provide guidelines and integration details for new system requirements.
- Assists with the design and implementation of redundant systems, policies, and procedures for disaster recovery and data archiving to ensure effective protection and integrity of data assets.
- Assists with the development of standards for the client application portfolio.
- Develops policies and procedures for operation and support of enterprise applications.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Thorough knowledge of assigned application systems including the capabilities and limitations of those systems. Examples: CGI, Linux, Kubernetes, Rancher, etc.
- Thorough knowledge of industry best practices related to the assigned systems.
- Knowledge of server and network applications.
- Skill in coordinating activities related to enterprise application administration.
- Skill in analytical thinking and problem solving.
- Skill in the use of Microsoft technologies.
- Skill in developing Active Batch Scheduler in a server environment.
- Ability to analyze requirements, procure effective solutions and manage solution implementation.
- Ability to manage projects.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to promote and influence continuous improvement and change management.
Persons with disabilities: the above is a general listing of job duties. Essential and non-essential functions may vary by individual position. Reasonable accommodations may be available for both essential and non-essential job duties.
Physical Demands and Work Environment: In compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act, the following represents the Physical and Environmental Demands:
Function: | 24% or Less | 25% - 49% | 50%-74% | 75% or more |
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Outdoors environment | X |
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In vehicle / operating equipment | X |
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Data center environment | X |
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Restricted working environment | X |
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Exposure to weather, extreme heat, extreme cold | X |
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Wet / humid, noise, vibration, low voltage | X |
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Sitting |
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Standing, walking, reaching, pulling, climbing, | X |
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Crouching, kneeling, stooping | X |
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Pushing up to 100 pounds | X |
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Lifting up to 70 pounds | X |
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Repetitive hand movements | X |
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Typing, Data entry |
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Talking, hearing | X |
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Close vision (near acuity) |
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Color vision | X |
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Accommodation (bring objects into sharp focus) |
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Sedentary (exert up to 10 pounds of force) |
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Light to Medium effort (exert 20-50 lbs. of force) |
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Heavy effort (exert up to 100 pounds of force) | X |
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Enclosed mechanical motherboards/computers |
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An Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary : $40 - $67