US-PA-Philadelphia, Automation Specialist, U.S.Courts

The Federal courts have not yet implemented Informix; implementation is at least one year away. We are planning for the future as we fill our current vacancies. CAREER OPPORTUNITY United States Bankruptcy Court Eastern District of Pennsylvania Position Title: Automation Specialist Announcement No. 99-12 Date: August 17, 1999 Closing Date: Open Until Filled Classification Level: CL 25 or CL 27 (based upon qualifications) Salary: USD$27,026 - USD$53,158 Duties and Responsibilities The Automation Specialist has responsibility for monitoring and maintaining the Solaris/Unix systems; monitoring and maintaining Unify databases and applications; meeting with customer groups to identify/meet their needs; installing upgrades to systems; maintaining telecommunications links to remote sites; monitoring backup processes and maintaining tape library; assisting in Novell PC/LAN support; preparing and maintaining documentation on processes. In addition, candidate assists in the planning and implementation of initial and on-going automation training programs; prepares and maintains documentation for local programs; provides information and assistance to users on applications such as word processing and data entry; advises managers and users on what specific information can be readily extracted from existing files; troubleshoots and fixes technical program problems; technically supports area network systems. Qualification Requirements At a minimum, candidate should be a high school graduate and have three years of general experience and two years of specialized experience including one year equivalent to work at the CL 24 level. Degree in Information Systems Management/Computer Science or related field (commensurate experience may be substituted); specialized experience in BANCAP; UNIX ; UNIFY; demonstrated ability to interact with system users in a positive and supportive manner; mature, responsible, reliable and organized; possess excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills; possess an understanding of operational processes in a court environment; and the ability to take initiative and work in a team-based environment. General experience: Progressively responsible experience which provides evidence that the applicant has (1) a good understanding of the methods and administrative machinery for accomplishing the work of an organization; (2) the ability to analyze problems and assess the practical implications of alternate solutions; (3) the ability to communicate with others, both orally and in writing; and (4) the capacity to employ the knowledge, skills and abilities in the resolution of problems. "C" Programming, TCP/IP, and a working knowledge of WordPerfect a plus. Specialized Experience: Progressively responsible experience related to the technical aspects of data processing, office automation, and data communications and their applications, terminology and methodology, including the accomplishment of computer project assignments which involved systems analysis, design, programming, implementation integration, and management. Send resume and cover letter, which thoroughly specifies your work experience, education, skills, abilities, accomplishments, and salary progression as they relate to the position, with three professional references to: Personnel Specialist Att: 99-12 U.S. Bankruptcy Court 900 Market Street, Suite 400 Philadelphia, PA 19107-4299 Visit us at: http://www.paeb.uscourts.gov