Integrated Workplace Management Systems Administrator

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Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

Facilities Planning and Design is comprised of design professionals who are responsible for the planning, design and management of all capital improvement projects. The projects include new buildings, repairs and renovation of existing buildings, major campus infrastructure, interior design, open space improvements and preservation of historic properties. Facilities Planning and Design ensures that the projects adhere to the principles of adapted land use plan and campus development guidelines.

Position Summary

The Integrated Workplace Management Systems Administrator functions as a key member of the Integrated Workplace Management Systems (IWMS) team and as the project manager responsible for all aspects of the Space Planning and Occupancy Tracking System (SPOTS) to provide systems administration for the Archibus Software platform. Responsibilities include design, testing, development, and implementation of upgrades to the IWMS system. Provides system related desktop support for application users. Provides technical and advisory services collaboratively to the IWMS team and the campus stakeholders including matters related to designing reports, custom solutions, data reporting and compliance.

The primary focus is to acquire in-depth understanding of business processes and information systems currently utilized and identify unaddressed business needs. Develop improved requirements and procedures necessary for the implementation of new modules, integration with existing systems, staff training, and coordinating activities between system users and supporting departments including the Information Technology Services and other impacted departments. Work includes developing requirement specifications for new projects and working with the business partners through development, testing, and final implementation. Responsibilities include:

• Verifying that the physical infrastructure currently in place is adequate and appropriate, and making changes as necessary after scope and costs are fully developed.
• General maintenance of database, tables, queries, and reports.
• Periodically maintaining or adding floorplan layers, Import/Export of CAD drawing, and troubleshooting CAD related space issues.
• Integration with other University applications including business systems, GIS, and CMMS.
• Integrating third party reporting software to enhance reporting capabilities when mining the database for specific information.
• Customization of web-portals, branding, forms & fields, and email communication to end users.
• Training users to access the web-portals and various modules.
• User acceptance testing.
• Troubleshooting system inquiries.
• Creating and executing implementation processes to rollout IWMS throughout the organization.
• Working with the Network/Server Administrator/Data System team to continually expand, share and improve departmental skillset.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Master’s or Bachelors and 0-2 years’ experience; or will accept a combination of related education and experience in substitution.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

• Proficiency with all supported versions of Microsoft SQL Server Database software, Microsoft Access database software, Microsoft Excel, and HTML.
• Experience with integrated workplace management systems and/or computer aided facility management software, such as Archibus or another IWMS tool.
• Experience with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office, including the ability to apply other project management tools.
• High level of interpersonal skills in order to deal effectively and persuasively with all levels of an organization.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize complex tasks.
• Ability to manage and simultaneously coordinate high-priority short and long-term projects.
• High proficiency in Microsoft SQL Server, including table structure and query design.
• Ability to establish and maintain excellent working relationships with staff, customers, consultants, and contractors. Ability to work independently on tasks as well as collaboratively in a team setting, to prioritize work.
• Ability to shift between tasks and respond to escalated and emergency issues. Strong analytical, problem solving, communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, flexible, and collaborative environment.
• A valid NC Driver’s License or ability to obtain one prior to start date.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or Architecture with five+ years of progressive experience in IWMS systems administration or a master’s degree with two years of experience. Proficiency in working with Archibus software.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Organization

The nation’s first public university is at the heart of what’s next, preparing a diverse student body to become creators, explorers, innovators and leaders in North Carolina and throughout the world. Carolina’s nationally recognized, innovative teaching, campus-wide spirit of inquiry and dedication to public service continue the legacy that began in 1795 when the University first opened its doors to students.

Here, in one of America's most beautiful college settings, we offer exceptional careers in richly diverse fields. Come explore what UNC-Chapel Hill has to offer you.

Undergraduate Enrollment: 19,117

Graduate/Professional Enrollment: 10,894

Total Student Enrollment: 30,011

Founded: 1789, as the first state university in the United States

Type of Institution: Public, four-year

Undergraduate Admission: 15,961

Graduate/Professional Enrollment: 10,039

Total Student Enrollment: 26,000

Faculty: 3,000

Percentage of faculty who hold Ph.D.s or the highest degrees in their field: 94 percent

Faculty/student ratio: 1/14

Location: UNC is located in the heart of Chapel Hill, the best college town in America! It's a friendly town of about 40,000 in the geographical center of North Carolina. Chapel Hill is at the western point of the Research Triangle, an area of about one million people, comprised of Chapel Hill, the cities of Durham and Raleigh, and the Research Triangle Park, home of many corporate offices and scientific research centers. Carolina is about 30 miles from the state capital, Raleigh, and 20 minutes from Raleigh-Durham International Airport.

Chapel Hill's main street, Franklin Street, borders the campus and offers shops, coffee houses, cafés, movie theaters and houses of worship. The town has a historic district, museum, library, parks, malls, and many recreational facilities.

Origins of Carolina's students: 82 percent of UNC's freshmen are from North Carolina and 18 percent are from out-of-state. Our students come from 42 different states and our international students represent 37 countries.

Size of freshman class: Approximately 3,400

Class size: Barely five percent of undergraduate classes contain more than 100 students; two-thirds of undergraduate classes have fewer than 30 students. Forty-one percent have fewer than 20 students, including First Year Seminars, in which first-year students work closely with professors.

Sports and athletic programs: UNC is an NCAA Division I school with 28 varsity teams. Carolina is the proud home of the Dean Smith Center, Kenan Stadium, Carmichael Auditorium, Koury Natatorium, and many other fine athletic facilities. Students join more than 60 intramural and club sports, which include baseball, bowling, crew, golf, lacrosse, rock climbing, rugby, tae kwon do, and ultimate frisbee. The Student Recreation Center offers weight training, aerobics, stair machines, and all the equipment you would expect to find at a great health club! Carolina offers a newly renovated outdoor pool and indoor pools, a golf course, tennis courts, and the longest zipline in America!

Number of residence halls: Incoming undergraduates will live in one of Carolina's 29 residence halls, which are wired for Internet access and cable television. housing.unc.edu

Scholarships and financial aid: About 40 percent of UNC-Chapel Hill students receive scholarships and/or some form of financial aid. studentaid.unc.edu

Special research institutes: Institute for Research in Social Science, Institute of Outdoor Drama, Morehead Planetarium, Kenan Institute of Private Enterprise, Institute of Government, Institute of African American Research.

Career services: On-campus counseling, job fairs, résumé writing service, internships, placement services. www.unc.edu/depts/career

Technological facilities: Students find multiple uses for Carolina's state-of-the-art technological resources. They can access Carolina's computer services through Academic Technology and Networks, which manages academic computing, e-mail, microcomputing labs, interactive media presentation, video and classroom support, and a help desk. The MetaLab oversees the development of SunSITE, one of the world's busiest digital library and electronic publishing projects.

Students may open e-mail accounts, and many use campus computer resources to construct personal Web pages. Students in residence halls have hardwired network connections to the Internet and cable television in their rooms. At the ATN Training center, students may take classes on software packages and utilities. Computer labs are available for student use all over campus.

Carolina Computing Initiative: Beginning with the freshman class of 2000, undergraduates must purchase laptop computers. The University has arranged for IBM to offer computers at excellent prices. Students, faculty, and staff will enjoy cost savings, higher quality compatible equipment, and better technical support through CCI. www.unc.edu/cci

The Study Abroad program allows students to live and learn in Europe, the Middle East, Asia and the Pacific Rim, Africa, and the Americas. www.unc.edu/depts/abroad

The Honors Program offers special seminars, research programs, and the chance to design your own independent studies. www.unc.edu/depts/honors

Carolina students spend time in public service through student organizations, the Campus Y, the Carolina Center for Public Service, and courses that incorporate community service.

UNC's chapter of Phi Beta Kappa, a national collegiate honor society, is the oldest in North Carolina, dating from 1904. There are many other honorary societies at Carolina.

UNC offers ROTC programs in all branches of national military service.

Through the First Year Seminars program, first year students will understand what it means to study at a premier research university. They will learn from faculty members and share in their research in seminars of no more than 20 students.

Life outside the classroom: More than 370 clubs, teams, and student organizations offer something for everyone! You can choose from among musical and dramatic performing groups, publications, ethnic and religious clubs, the Campus Y and other service organizations, fraternities and sororities, and pre-professional organizations. Whatever your interests, you will find others at Carolina who share them! www.unc.edu/depts/union/student/listintr.htm