Assistant Webmaster/Systems Specialist

JOB OBJECTIVE: Develop and maintain WSCC web sites and support and maintain related systems infrastructure.

1. Assist in developing and implementing standards and procedures for the WSCC Web sites.
2. Develop, manage, and execute projects relating to the college’s web sites.
3. Perform systems configuration, installation, and support.
4. Install a wide variety of hardware including SCSI hard drives, memory, CD-ROMS, motherboards, network cards, printers, scanners, and network equipment.
5. Provide assistance to faculty and students in support of online classes and content management systems.
6. Perform assigned duties without direct supervision.
7. Perform duties outside normal working hours in order to minimize the impact on users.
8. Must be able to respond quickly to resolve system problems after hours, on weekends, and holidays.
9. Perform other duties as assigned.

1. Formal training/education and experience relevant to the position. Bachelor’s degree is required and higher degrees will be given special consideration.
2. Candidates with current MCP, MCSA, MCSE, CCNA or higher certifications will be given special consideration.
3. Ability to effectively use, configure, secure, and support Windows and Unix (Sun Solaris or Linux) operating systems.
4. Knowledge of standard web practices and procedures, with a clear understanding of web based systems and technology based on Microsoft IIS, Apache, and other widely used web servers.
5. Programming and scripting experience (ASP, ASP.NET, .NET Platform, XML, PHP, Java, and SQL).
6. Experience with database design and management using Microsoft SQL, Oracle, Access, and other database systems.
7. Demonstrated ability to understand DNS operations and other network protocols in support of daily job functions.
8. Demonstrated ability to understand and apply systems security, system hardening, and security analysis.
9. Ability to effectively manage the functions and details essential to the efficient operation of web systems and related components.
10. Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with others.
11. Demonstrated ability to serve as a resource for developing and implementation of instructional opportunities via the Internet.
12. Evidence of successful ability to work independently with minimal supervision, to establish goals and objectives, and to place priorities on work to be completed and to independently execute those tasks.
13. Ability to follow and implement instructions of a moderately complex nature.
14. Ability to focus on mission-critical essential functions of the job and organize work in an efficient manner.

JOB LOCATION: The primary job location is the college’s main campus in Morristown, TN.

EQUIPMENT: Daily use of servers, personal computers, switches, security appliances, software, storage systems, and other equipment as required.

CRITICAL SKILLS/EXPERTISE: Ability to efficiently manage the functions and details essential to the efficient operation of WSCC web sites and supporting hardware. Must have the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships with others. The successful candidate must also possess the ability to apply logical problem solving skills in an organized and effective manner. Ability to lift and transport servers, computer terminals, microcomputers, printers, and network equipment.

SALARY: Negotiable, according to the salary guide of the college and individual qualifications.

APPLICATIONS REVIEW DATE: Completed WSCC Professional Staff and Faculty application forms and college transcripts received through September 24, 2007 will be given full consideration; however, applications received after this date may be considered until the position is filled.

APPOINTMENT DATE: As soon as possible following selection for employment.

EMPLOYMENT DOCUMENTS: Current federal law requires identification and eligibility verification at the time of employment. Only US citizens and aliens authorized to work in the United States may be employed.

REPLY TO: 

Human Resources Department
Walters State Community College
500 S. Davy Crockett Parkway
Morristown, TN 37813-6899

Walters State Community College is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA Employer.