JOB SUMMARY

The Systems Administrator is responsible for the maintenance and updating of all IT functions for Great Plains Tribal Leaders Health Board at Oyate Health Center.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Setup, installation, configuration and maintenance of all servers residing at OHC. Maintenance done after hours to avoid downtime during business hours.

• Analyze and resolve problems associated with server hardware and applications software.

• Responsible for the development and maintenance of the Central Office Local Area Network and Office 365 environment.

• Install new user accounts, creates batch administration scripts, and run system backups and disaster recovery operations.

• Monitor IT event logs and troubleshoot as necessary.

• Maintain and restructure the active directory.

• Troubleshoot and perform repairs for OHC hardware and software problems.

• Performs software deployments, software patching, asset management, licensing compliance, computer security, support ticketing and reporting.

• Assist in any or all technical grants written by Great Plains Tribal Leaders Health Board to determine technical needs and budget allocation.

•Implement and maintain Multi-factor Authentication software and protocols.

• Install and set up any special networking needs required by OHC.

• Daily internal and off-site backups of all servers and data.

• Secure data stored on OHC servers.

• Setup and maintenance of an active directory and any group policies to enforce security.

• Procurement of quotes for all programs’ networking, computer and printer needs.

• Management of timekeeping software and configuration.

• Supervise IT interns.

• Virtual Private Network setup and management.

• Generate ad hoc programming reports as deemed necessary by project needs.

• Participate in all phases, from planning to implementation, of network infrastructure solutions in support of current and future business requirements.

• Must comply with federal laws and regulations as required by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

REQUIREMENTS

• Participates in Core Connections training and applies GPTLHB Core Connections concepts and practices in their work.

• Familiarity and/or experience working with American Indian populations and respect for and knowledge of traditional, cultural, and spiritual practices of diverse American Indian communities, as well as an ability to work with other culturally and ethnically diverse populations.

• Proficiency with computer programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other Internet technologies.

• Valid driver’s license must be kept current, and certificates, credentials or licenses must be kept current and consistent with regulations required by applicable federal, state and/or grant regulations as applies to position.

• Work in a cooperative and professional manner with OHC and GPTLHB staff.

• Treat Great Plains tribes and collaborators with dignity and respect.

• Utilize effective verbal and written communication skills.

• Advance personal educational development by attending training sessions and seminars as appropriate.

• Exemplify excellent customer service with tribal stakeholders, health board colleagues, program partners, service recipients, visitors and guests.

• Foster a work environment of wellness, courtesy, friendliness, helpfulness and respect.

• Consistently demonstrate respect for and acceptance of differing capabilities, cultures, gender, age, sexual orientation and/or personalities.

• Maintain and ensure organizational privacy and confidentiality.

• Promote an alcohol, tobacco and drug-free lifestyle.

QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Education/Relevant Experience: Bachelor’s degree and three (3) years of progressively responsible relevant experience, or an associate’s degree and five (5) years progressively responsible experience, or a high school diploma or GED and seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience. The experience required for supervisory positions will be inclusive of at least one (1) year of supervisory/management experience.

This is a professional and/or supervisory position that requires post-secondary education and/or considerable experience. Individuals must have applicable education and/or experience applying basic principles, concepts, and methodology of a professional or administrative occupation, and skill in applying this knowledge in carrying out elementary assignments, operations, or procedures, or experience perform assignments such as carrying out limited projects that involve use of specialized complicated techniques."

The GPTLHB is a tribal organization that follows tribal preference laws. Our policy is to give preference to qualified Indian/Tribal candidates over qualified non-native candidates in hiring decisions if all other qualifications are equal.

Employment is contingent upon the outcome of all required criminal background checks.

Employee Health Requirements:

Compliance with our Employee Health Procedure is a condition of employment. You are required to agree that you will comply with all job-related employee health screening and immunizations prior to your first day of employment. Jobs require that you have documentation that you have completed the following immunizations prior to your first day of employment: MMR (Measles, Mumps and Rubella, Varicella (Chicken Pox), Hepatitis B, Influenza, T-dap (Tetanus - Diphtheria - Pertussis), and COVID-19 vaccination is required.