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Prairie View A&M

Full Time Prairie View, TX 65353 - 12.04 USD MONTHLY Today

Job description

Job Title

Senior IT Professional II (University Police Department)

Agency

Prairie View A&M University

Department

University Police

Proposed Minimum Salary

$5,446.09 monthly

Job Location

Prairie View, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

This position may pay more than the minimum proposed salary listed above, depending on experience and/or qualifications of the selected candidate.

The Senior IT Professional II, under general direction, provides technical leadership for multiple complex unit-level projects or operations utilizing multiple technical fields for the University Police Department. Develops technical standards for implementing unit projects or operations. Serves as a chair or senior member of an information resource team responsible for setting technical standards and direction.

Responsibilities:

Develop and implement IT strategies and systems to support the department's law enforcement activities and objectives.
Manage and oversee the installation, configuration and maintenance of hardware, software and network systems.
Coordinator with law enforcement personnel to identify and address technology needs, ensuring effective utilization of IT resources.
Monitor and analyze system performance, identifying and resolving issues and optimizing IT infrastructure.
Develop and enforce IT security policies, procedures, and protocols to safeguard sensitive date and ensure compliance with regulations.
Manage IT projects, including planning, resource allocation, and coordinator of tasks to meet project goals and timelines.
Conduct regular system audits to assess performance, identify vulnerabilities and implement appropriate security measures.
Collaborate with external vendors and contractor to procure and implement IT solutions.
Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends, making recommendation for their adoption to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Eight years of related experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
Excellent written communication, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Special Requirements:

Applicants with equivalent experience in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree may be considered. One year of the related experience is the equivalent of one college year. Applicants being considered for the equivalency must have four years of related experience to meet the equivalency in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree plus the minimum required years of experience. Applicants being considered for the equivalency must have a total of twelve years of experience.

Job Posting Close Date:

7/20/23

Required Attachments:

Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either “Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter” on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the “Resume/CV” or Resume/Cover Letter” attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.

Resume or Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter

Application Submission Guidelines:

All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.

The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or [email protected] should you need assistance with the online application process.

Background Check Requirements:

All positions are security sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer committed to diversity.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer committed to diversity.

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