[OPLINTECH] Job Opportunity - Library Tech Project Manager (OPLIN)

Don Yarman yarmando at oplin.org
Wed Nov 29 08:56:58 EST 2006


Although this announcement has been posted widely, I do not think
it ever made it to OPLINTECH, and I think it should appear here.  For
those of you who have seen it multiple times, I apologize.  This is,
if you're wondering, the job previously held by Don Nuss.

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JOB OPPORTUNITY
OPLIN - http://www.oplin.org/
Job Posting
http://statejobs.ohio.gov/applicant/results2.asp?postingID=167148
How To Apply
http://statejobs.ohio.gov/applicant/howtoapply.asp?ID=167148

JOB CLASSIFICATION:
 Administrative Staff-Library Tech Project Manager - 99580
SALARY: Annual $55,000.00 - $75,000.00
POSITION NUMBER (PCN): 607.0
JOB LOCATION: 2323 W. 5th Ave., Suite 130, Columbus, OH, 43204, Franklin
County
HOURS OF WORK: Hours set by director
DIVISION: OPLIN
SUPERVISOR: Executive Director Stephen Hedges
SEND APPLICATIONS TO: 2323 W. 5th Ave. Suite 130, Columbus, OH, 43204
DATE POSTED: 11/03/2006 12:00:AM
DATE EXPIRES: Until Filled

A proficiency/skills assessment may be given as part of the interview
process

This is an Administrative Staff, Permanent, Exempt, Unclassified
position (may include promotion, transfer or demotion).

Job Duties: Manages assigned projects that cover all phases of
technology project management, with activities & responsibilities
resting primarily within one given office/program (OPLIN) & whose
primary stakeholders are management, staff &/or end users, directs
delivery (i.e., does not require direct involvement of, but may be
overseen by executive director or board) to end user (e.g., agency
employees, outside agency, public customer) for operation/use, focuses
on testing, monitoring & modification of delivery to end user, assists
in writing policy, directs, implements, & monitors policy & ensures
compliance, interprets federal & state laws & regulations, makes
recommendations & modifications to facilitate end user compliance to
policy, establishes procedures/guidelines for policy compliance,
oversees implementation schedule, develops &/or directs development &
implementation of planning documents (e.g., resources, specific
assignments; serves as agency representative for project in public
forums (e.g., focus groups, other state agencies, county agencies,
media, federal government, legislature), & makes project presentations
to educate/train end users.

Defines project requirements, quality standards & time lines; determines
& evaluates risks that may affect project; defines specific activities
to be performed to produce project deliverables; evaluates deliverables
& ensures project is ready to move on to its next phase; addresses any
problems found in testing/piloting; ensures scheduled time frames are
met; reports on delivery problems & provides performance data; provides
regular progress reports; determines & allocates resources & assists in
budget planning for projects; determines & evaluates testing &/or pilot
program &/or project; manages & processes (e.g., selects appropriate
processes, devises scope/material/product, establishes selection
criteria, follows appropriate processes, coordinates review proposals,
conducts bidder conferences, directs evaluation of bid/proposals,
recommends bid/proposal selection, represents agency/project to
controlling board, executes valid contract & manages request for
proposal, quote & information & invitation to bid) procurement document.
Interviews stakeholders to determine needs & expectations & maintains
regular contact with stakeholders to market product or service & obtain
feedback which involves independent (i.e., not requiring control,
permission &/or interaction by Executive Director) direct involvement
with local (e.g., state, county, &/or city official) stakeholders as
necessary; manages & negotiates change (e.g., cost assignments,
objectives) within assigned projects; determines need for division of
given projects into subprojects, distribution of work for subprojects
(e.g., outside source), & oversees activities conducted within each
subproject.

Attends meetings, conferences &/or workshops on related topics; performs
other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.

Minimum Qualifications: Completion of undergraduate core coursework in
computer science or related field which included discussion and use of
computer software & hardware; 18 months experience administering
computer network; 18 months experience in computer systems analysis &
design & basic data processing concepts; 18 months experience
commensurate with job duties to be performed & knowledge & skills
required as outlined in approved position description on file for
position to be filled as advertised in job posting.

Preferred Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have: Beyond the minimum qualifications, OPLIN
will be screening applications in search of candidates who also posses
the additional experience and qualifications listed below.

* Experience in leading a team in completion of technical project(s).
* Ability to demonstrate presentations to large groups.

Unusual Working Conditions: May require travel throughout State of Ohio
& may require overnight stays (Must be willing to secure a valid Driver
License OR supply your own transportation) May work evenings & weekends.

Worker Characteristics Requirements: Knowledge of Office Practices &
Procedures*; Public Relations, Project Management; Time Management;
OPLIN Policies & Procedures* (e.g., work rules, etc.), interviewing,
market trends. Skill in Equipment Operations & applicable software
(e.g., computer, computer hardware & software, printer, keyboard
operations, fax machine, photocopier, presentation software, spreadsheet
applications); applicable networking technologies (e.g., Windows & Linux
severs; networking protocols such as TCP/IP and BGP for routing; network
switching; network caching; perimeter firewalls; network intrusion
detection; web server services such as Apache, SMTP, Sendmail,
Squirrelmail, PHP, MySQL & Microsoft SQL; user-level web services such
as HTTP/HTTPS, FTP/SFTP & SSH; wireless standards such as Bluetooth,
802.11, RFID & WiFi). Ability to manage multiple demands or tasks on
projects or programs; solve problems involving several variables in
unique situation; review & evaluate project progress; develop & deliver
presentations; communicate effectively on project information in a team
setting.

Comment 1: Only applicants who clearly indicate how they meet minimum
qualifications will be considered for an interview. Note: Employment is
contingent upon successful completion of a personal background check and
urinalysis drug test. Position is unclassified service and is overtime
exempt. All new employees are required to have direct deposit of their
paycheck to a financial institution, pursuant to O.R.C. 125.151 (B). The
State of Ohio is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you are a person with
a disability and modification of our interview procedures is necessary
to accommodate you, we will do so. If contacted for an interview, please
advise of the type of accommodation needed.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this posting, please
contact:
Employee Relations Phone: (614)644-6889, Fax: 614-644-1972


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