Senior Ict Officer

Job DescriptionCORPORATE SERVICES
HUMAN RESOURCES AND ICT SERVICES
Elgin, Moray
Senior ICT Officer 36.25 Hrs (1 FTE)
Permanent
Local Government service delivery is a fast changing environment and this is an exciting opportunity to join Moray Council and be at the heart of this change as we continue our delivery of public services. We are looking for an enthusiastic, experienced individual who possess' a good balance of technical understanding, application development skills and strong communication skills to join our team.
You will have experience in developing, testing and deploying effective digital solutions and applications. In addition, you should be able to display a good understanding of application and data security principals.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include: -Participate fully in application support and projectsDesign, develop and test applicationsEngage with stakeholders and third parties to manage, support and develop effective solutionsProvide project status updates
Knowledge in the following areas would be a distinct advantage.Unix scriptingOracleSQL Server Integration Services (SSIS)Project management principlesBusiness Objects / CognosSystem interfacing
PLEASE NOTE:
The Senior ICT Officer job description is a generic document which covers all disciplines within the ICT Information Systems Team. The typical duties associated with this vacancy within the Information Systems Team are above.
Closing Date: 02 February 2024
Salary: £35,909 to £45,730
Hourly Rate: Starting at £19.05
Hours Per Week: 36.25hrs
For all enquiries please contact: or 01343 563697Requirements(2)
JOB PURPOSE AND WAY OF WORKING
To assist the ICT Team Leaders to ensure that the ICT service meets the needs of the Council and is delivered as effectively and efficiently as possible.
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MAJOR TASKS
The following list represents a comprehensive list of tasks appropriate to Senior ICT Officer posts at this level. Certain tasks are generic in nature and will be performed by most, if not all, of the Senior ICT Officers. Other tasks are more specialised and will only pertain to specific individuals.
1. Assist in the development and implementation of ICT systems.
2. Assist with service delivery in relation to Infrastructure, Operation and User Support.
3. Assist, where appropriate, in strategy and planning initiatives with regard to the specified function of the service area.
4. Assist, where appropriate, in management and administration with regard to ICT contracts, projects and resources.
5. Adopt and promote council policies.
6. Any other duties.The Individual
Experience Significant experience in an ICT environment
Education and Qualifications * HNC/HND in a relevant subject
Skills/Abilities (General)
Ability to plan, schedule and monitor work to meet time and quality targetsAnalytical and systematic approach to problem solving
Skills/Abilities Specific to Post Ability to select appropriately from available standards, tools, methods and applications.Ability to absorb new technical information rapidly and apply it effectivelyGood appreciation of wider role of ICT and how it fits into the business of the clientAwareness of developing technologies and their application
Inter-personal and Social Skills Ability to communicate fluently orally and in writing and to present complex technical information to both technical and non-technical audiencesAbility to work well as part of a team
Working environment & physical demands Ability to transport items of computer equipment in line with health and safety requirements.