Microsystems Analyst 2

Provides hardware and software technical support for a wide range of complex computer systems and networking in a department.  Provides technical support and training for users on departmental computer systems.  1.  Researches, analyzes, designs and maintains desktop computer systems in support of departmental needs 2.  Administers the local area network for the department, including the installation, configuration, maintenance and upgrading of the LAN; backs up the LAN on a daily and weekly basis.  3.  Serves as database administrator for the department and acts as liaison to data processing staff from Information Technology in resolving programming or communications problems.  4.  Develops training materials and trains staff to use computer applications; develops and maintains systems documentation.  5.  Analyzes the department’s software and hardware needs; recommends hardware and software purchases based on analysis of needs; insures compliance with university and division policies and procedures regarding network/computing acquisitions.  6.  Maintains inventory of the department’s computer hardware and software.  7.  May provide technical assistance for departmental faculty, staff and students on the use of the computer systems.  8.  Leads and provides work direction to lower level microsystems professionals and/or other support personnel.  9.  Performs other job-related duties as assigned.  Requires a 4 year degree from a college or university and a minimum of three (3) years of directly job-related experience and knowledge of PeopleSoft.  Please visit our website at http://jobs.uh.edu/; reference posting #063168.  The University of Houston is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. Minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.