Information Technology Systems Specialist

Location: Houston, TX

Position Type: Full Time

About this opportunity:

Serves as a technical resource to Information Technology management by working to ensure that business processes and systems (computers, printers, copiers, telephones, cameras, Cisco VoIP, and video conferencing etc) within the entire Unit service area (all properties, programs, systems and processes) are supported by the appropriate information technology systems and that these systems and processes are fully integrated and aligned in support of daily operations and department needs. 

Key responsibilities:

• Technical/Help Desk Support/System Security (50%)
• Business Processes & IT Systems Evaluation (25%)
• Data Migration & Mapping (15%)
• Other Responsibilities (10%)

What we are looking for in you:

• Associates Degree in Information Technology or related field or two years of technical college from an accredited college or university required and Three (3) years of varied work responsibilities in an Information Technology department or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. 

• One or more relevant certifications such as MCSE, CCNA or equivalent certification are required.   

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Limited amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, driving, lifting and carrying heavy computer equipment (25-50 lbs) 10-15 % of work time. Physical ability to "team lift" heavy materials, supplies and equipment (50-100 lbs) occasionally. Duties are usually performed seated.  Sitting may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of standing, walking or driving a vehicle for site visits. Most work is performed in a normal office environment where there are little or no physical discomfort associated with changes in weather or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt, and the like.   

Employee Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Life Insurance
• 403B Plan

Why work for us?

The Salvation Army offers a broad range of career opportunities, particularly targeted toward those motivated by our mission, to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

The Salvation Army strives to do the “Most Good” for its employees by offering a greater sense of purpose in the work performed, by training and mentoring employees and by offering competitive compensation and benefit plans.  Whether employed as a truck driver, administrative support team member or the director of a program, our employees understand at the core of their work is the opportunity to be an integral part of an organization that is Doing the Most Good.

Additional Information:

All employees recognize The Salvation Army is a church and agree they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled