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Position: Systems Administration Manager
Department: Business
Unit: Operations
The position is responsible for maintaining the integrity and efficient operation of the organization’s custom-built database and information management systems. The systems administration coordinator will work with senior management, database developer consultant and staff to plan, implement and support a dynamic, robust database. The coordinator will be responsible for managing the integration and maintenance of the ITVS database and digital asset management system. Experience with digital asset management is not required but preferred. Familiarity with media and broadcast data systems is a plus. The coordinator will also provide user training and support for office applications.
Primary Responsibilities:- Provide oversight and support for the integrity of the database and information systems
- Work with senior management to ensure that the database continues to meet organizational goals and cross-departmental needs
- Work with staff to ensure continuing efficient and productive use of database
- Work with off-site database consultant and in-house systems administrator to troubleshoot, modify and support database and system
- Ensure that database and digital asset management systems are integrated and information shared by both systems is accurate
- Update and maintain documentation manual; administer users and privileges
- Provide training and user support for office applications, including MS Office, Filemaker
- Other duties as assigned
- BA or equivalent experience
- 3-5 years experience in managing projects, preferably technical
- Intermediate knowledge of Filemaker software
- General understanding of application programming, database and system design, and client/server architecture
- Excellent ability to communicate with technical consultants and database users
- Software training and support experience
- Excellent organizational skills; attention to detail
- Ability to thrive both in an independent and team environment, multi-task and work under deadlines
- Sense of humor under pressure
ITVS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
About ITVS:
The Independent Television Service (ITVS) funds and presents award-winning documentaries and dramas on public television, innovative new media projects on the Web and the Emmy Award-winning weekly series Independent Lens on Tuesday nights at 10 PM on PBS. ITVS is a miracle of public policy created by media activists, citizens and politicians seeking to foster plurality and diversity in public television. ITVS was established by a historic mandate of Congress to champion independently produced programs that take creative risks, spark public dialogue and serve underserved audiences. Since its inception in 1991, ITVS programs have revitalized the relationship between the public and public television, bringing TV audiences face-to-face with the lives and concerns of their fellow Americans. More information about ITVS can be obtained by visiting itvs.org. ITVS is funded by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people. For more information about ITVS, visit: www.itvs.org
To apply:
Email your resume and cover letter to:
Email: itvs@itvs.org
Subject: Systems Administration Manager
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.
Deadline: Open until filled.
