Associate Information Systems Specialist 1

Job Description - Associate Information Systems Specialist 1 (240000IU)

Job Description

Associate Information Systems Specialist 1   -   ( 240000IU )

Description

MLGW is the nation’s largest three-service municipal utility, serving over 440,000 customers representing diverse backgrounds.  Since 1939, MLGW has met the utility needs of Memphis and Shelby County residents by delivering reliable and affordable electricity, natural gas, and water service.  We provide a full range of customer-oriented services, including a major role in the economic development for our customers.

MLGW recognizes that our greatest assets are our employees and value diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to providing opportunities for career growth, training, and development. MLGW offers competitive benefits including PTO, pension and 457B retirement plan.  We are dedicated to corporate social responsibility through community volunteerism and giving.

MLGW is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. No information obtained in this application is intended to be used for such discrimination.

The essential job responsibilities of our Associate Information Systems Specialist 1 are to report to the Supervisor / Manager. Install, maintain, and support information systems hardware and / or software; write computer programs; and assist user areas as needed. Assist users in determining how or when to make changes to existing Software and / or hardware for improved functionality or better utilization, develop / maintain operating instructions. Provide technical guidance and assistance concerning software and / or hardware applications and operations. Maintain MLGW computer software and / or hardware products / programs; maintain appropriate documentation. Place orders for new software, hardware, and / or services as required; assess new technology and integrate into MLGW's operation. serve as a consultant with vendor representatives on software and hardware problems. Stay abreast of changes within the computer software and / or hardware fields. Operate Division vehicle and computer equipment. Perform other duties as directed.

Qualifications

Qualification Requirements :

To perform the Associate Information Systems Specialist (Level I) role, you must :

• Associate's degree in Information Systems, Electronic Engineering Technology, Computer science or related field depending on expertise required; or Associate Degree with at least 12 hours college accredited programming / computer courses; or high school diploma or G.E.D (General Education Development) with at least 12 hours college accredited programming / computer courses plus 2 years demonstrated knowledge and application of programming, operating systems, database and / or computer hardware / networking experience or high school diploma or G.E.D. (General Education Development) with a certification in a computer-related area with 3 years’ experience as stated above.                                                                                 -Must have programming skill proficiencies in COBOL ii, ADS / O. Delphi, Visual Basic or related languages; or operating systems proficiencies in Windows, WS,MVS communication systems such as VTAM, MVS utility programs such as TSO / E,TLMS, top Secret Security, CA7 and CA11, or databases skill proficiencies in IDMSP or Oracle, computer hardware / networking proficiencies and / or certifications such as CNE, CNA, MCSE, MCP, A-Plus, etc., or programing skills and operating systems proficiencies with the following security systems or equivalent experience with similar systems; Casi Rusco Picture Perfect Access Control System, Westinghouse Access Control System, ABM Phoenix Alarm Monitoring System, DataCard Quick Works Identifications Card System, and Local and Remote CCTV Monitoring Systems.                                                                                                          -Must have a valid driver's license from state of residence.

Physical Working Conditions :

Requires sedentary work involving standing or walking for brief periods, exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular basis; and some dexterity in operating office equipment.