Employment Opportunity

KEEWATIN TRIBAL COUNCIL
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY TECHNICIAN / SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR
 FULL TIME POSITION
 Location: Thompson, MB

Under the supervision of the Senior IT Technician / Systems Administrator, this position will assist, support and manage all technology-related services across Keewatin Tribal Council’s departments and suboffices. This role plays a key part in ensuring secure, efficient, and modern IT systems are implemented and maintained.

·         Assist and support the installation and maintenance of computer systems, including hardware and software troubleshooting, network configuration, phone systems, camera systems, and software license management.

·         Ability to configure switches, firewalls and servers

·         Communicate technical solutions clearly and provide guidance or mentoring to team members to increase technical knowledge and improve overall productivity.

·         Develop and deliver training to support staff adoption of new technologies and processes.

·         Monitor and evaluate IT initiatives, research emerging technologies, and provide recommendations to enhance IT capabilities across the organization.

·         As requested, provide responsive support to front-line users for technical issues and service requests.

·         Assist with the design, implementation and coordinate internal systems, IT policies, and procedures to ensure effective operations.

·         Ensure regular monitoring and maintenance of data security, network access, and system backups.

·         Collaborate with the Finance Manager to support IT-related budgeting and procurement processes.

·         Manage relationships with IT vendors and partners, and identify opportunities for improvement in technology services for KTC staff.

·         Build strong working relationships with employees across departments, empowering users through IT knowledge and support.

·         Setup Video conferencing, Zoom meetings, and Press Conferences as requested

·         Assist with the maintenance of the KTC Website

·         Assist with the setup of press conferences

·         Assist with the implementation of the information boards

·         Assist the KTC Youth Community Coordinators in the communities

·         Assist in the design of a KTC or SKY Nations newsletter, information pamphlet, website

·         Attend training events on-line, in-person or other acceptable means of acquiring new or improved skills

·         3 - 5 years of experience overseeing an IT department and/or an IT Help Desk/Service.

·         Post-secondary education in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent experience and demonstrated skills.

·         Energetic team player with a high degree of initiative and innovation.

·         Able to work independently with minimal supervision.

·         Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

·         Solid understanding of modern IT systems, tools, and best practices.

·         Adaptable to rapid changes in the work environment; previous experience working with or supporting a First Nation community is considered an asset.

·         CompTIA Certification would be an asset, CCNA would be an asset