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This employment opportunity is restricted to residents of Iqaluit only.
Reporting to the Director of Corporate Services, the IT Systems Management and Operations Specialist is responsible for systems development, implementation, and operational support within the Department of Justice. The position provides technical expertise and advice related to infrastructure, departmental systems, and Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) across all divisions. It also participates in the development of internal policies and procedures and supports various operational and administrative functions to ensure smooth and secure departmental operations.
The IT Systems Management and Operations Specialist monitors the performance, availability, and security of department systems and ensures new features and updates are implemented effectively. The position participates in all phases of system development projects, provides troubleshooting support for computers, printers, and mobile devices, and offers technical advice on hardware and software needs. It also acts as a finance resource for entering contracts into the GN Contract Reporting Database (CRDB), and provides support for purchasing documents and post-purchase logistics. The position maintains departmental asset inventories, oversees cell and satellite phone usage and records, coordinates office space needs, issues access FOBS, and supports records management by training employees in the Administrative Records Classification System (ARCS). The Specialist also supports vehicle insurance and registration processes and manages items such as business cards and email signatures.
In the area of Occupational Health and Safety, the position provides direction and guidance on OHS legislation, regulations, and standards. It promotes safe work environments, investigates incidents, conducts risk assessments, delivers safety training, and prepares briefings to senior management. The Specialist ensures staff remain informed and compliant with evolving legislative and corporate OHS requirements.
The knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this job are usually obtained through a recognized degree in computer science, computer systems engineering, software engineering, business administration or related discipline and two (2) years of directly related work experience in systems management. This is a Position of Trust and a satisfactory Criminal Record Check is required.
The Official Languages of Nunavut are Inuktut, English and French. Applicants may submit their resume in any of the official languages of Nunavut. Fluency in more than one of Nunavut’s official languages would be considered an asset. Knowledge of Inuit communities, culture, land, Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit, Inuktut and experience working in a northern cross-cultural environment are also considered assets.
Acceptable combinations of education and experience may be considered for this position. We encourage you to apply if you have equivalent years of education and/or experience equal to the education and experience requirements listed above.
An eligibility list may be created to fill future vacancies.
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