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   The University of Winnipeg  
  Class
  Specification 
  Classification:  Technology Support
  4                                                                                             
                                  Revision
  Date:  June 2005 
  Hay Point Range:   304 - 369                                                                                               
                                                 Unit:  AESES 
   
   
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   CHARACTER OF THIS CLASSIFICATION LEVEL  
  In positions at this level, incumbents apply an advanced level of skills
  and training for the scope of their tasks and may lead small teams and
  projects. Incumbents perform skilled technical support services within the
  institution.  
  Direction is provided, but individuals possess the background knowledge
  and experience to make informed and responsible decisions which are
  technically sound and take into account the needs of the University.
  Incumbents provide guidance and instruction to other staff at the same and
  lower levels and may be required to assume their responsibilities during
  normal absences.  
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   CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES WHICH
  ARE INTENDED TO ILLUSTRATE THE CHARACTERISTICS OF THIS CLASSIFICATION LEVEL
  AND SHOULD NOT BE INTERPRETED AS A DESCRIPTION OF ANY ONE INDIVIDUAL POSITION
  WITHIN THIS CLASSIFICATION LEVEL  
  
   - Is expected to be
       familiar with all applicable methods, practices and guidelines within
       the functional area and operates within those standards
 
   - Must function
       effectively, productively and meet time and quality targets across all
       tasks with infrequent reference to others
 
   - Performs moderately
       complex tasks including: estimating, planning, scheduling
 
   - Provides skilled
       technical, programming and system support on: equipment, databases and systems,
       existing software products and/or custom software applications 
 
   - Analyzes conceptual
       requirements, prototypes new systems or system modifications, tests and
       converts conceptual requirements into logical and/or physical designs
 
   - Develops computer programs
       and writes software and documentation for users and Departmental needs
 
   - Provides training and
       assistance to users on computer applications – i.e.: word
       processing, data base management systems, etc., to allow them to make
       use of their own applications
 
   - Performs
       troubleshooting on programs and systems problems and attempts to resolve
       them 
 
   - Supports campus
       networks and related systems environment by: installing and upgrading as
       well as providing: maintenance, troubleshooting, directory and account
       management, configuring and administering network devices, documentation
       and end user support in network administration and maintenance of
       networks
 
   - Participates with
       colleagues on complex tasks
 
   - May act as project
       leader on moderately complex projects
 
   - Plans all work
       assignments, manages commitments and reports to supervisor on assignment
       status 
 
   - Attends on-going or
       advanced courses in commercial and business practices 
 
   - Attends seminars,
       conferences and affiliation with professional groups to extend technical
       or specialist knowledge in area of specialization
 
   - Studies techniques and
       concepts that broadens skill base and enhances ability to understand
       workable solutions for clients 
 
   - Performs other related
       duties as required or assigned
 
   
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   QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED  
  The minimum qualifications necessary for acceptable (satisfactory) 
  performance are:  
  Level of Formal Education and Experience  
  
   - Professional degree in
       a related discipline from a recognized institution, plus 1 year of
       directly related experience, or
 
   - Undergraduate degree
       in a related discipline from a recognized institution plus 2 years of
       directly related experience, or
 
   - Accredited
       Institutional Diploma from a recognized institution plus 3 years of directly
       related experience, including: a good working knowledge and
       understanding of microcomputer hardware and software systems,
       techniques, local area networks and/or their operating systems
 
   - or
 
   - An acceptable
       equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
 
   
  Skills and Abilities  
  
   - Proficiency in
       computer programming in languages required by the department in order to
       diagnose problems with equipment and systems
 
   - Well developed oral
       and written communication skills with the ability to instruct and/or
       explain detailed technical procedures and ideas to University faculty,
       staff, students and prepare technical reports
 
   - Ability to analyze and
       assess user needs, evaluate effectiveness of solutions and resolve
       problems
 
   - Ability to exercise
       sound independent judgement, initiative and resourcefulness
 
   - Ability to plan,
       organize, establish schedules and deadlines for work processes and other
       employees while maintaining effective working relationships with
       co-workers and other University staff in a team environment 
 
   
  Physical Requirements  
  
   - May be required to
       lift and move apparatus in excess of 15 kg.
 
   - Capable of performing
       the duties as assigned
 
   
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