LAN ADMINISTRATOR

Position Summary

The LAN Administrator is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the computer systems and networks of the company, fulfilling all operational and compliance requirements to a high degree of availability. The ideal candidate for this position will have demonstrable knowledge and aptitude with a wide range of technologies, desktop and user support, server and network administration, and web design.

Essential Functions of the Position

• Ensure Thunderbird quality customer service and cheerful atmosphere maintained in your department
• Ensure safety and cleanliness of department at all times
• Make good and proper decisions that reflect positively on you and the Casino
• Maintain proper compliance at all times
• All aspects of systems design, implementation, and administration, troubleshooting and optimization, including but not limited to managing servers, applications, routers, switches, firewalls, and databases
• Coordinate the development and production activities of the Information Technology Department with I.T. team and other departments
• Manage vendor, support and other infrastructure service suppliers to ensure cost effective use of budgets and efficient delivery processes
• Perform systems security administration functions including creating user profiles and managing user groups, permissions, file shares, ACLs
• Monitor and manage system resources, including CPU usage, disk usage, bandwidth usage, and checks on system response times to maintain operating efficiency
• Maintain system documentation logs
• Perform or assist in troubleshooting and diagnosing problems and correct them when identified
• Maintain application security, providing monitoring and response or intervention for incidents, violations, event investigations, and compliance enforcement
• Review personnel conduct in relation to data security and protection
• Keep current with new information technology security protocols
• Maintain and improve disaster recovery and business continuity procedures
• Become proficient in software applications from an operations and systems perspective
• The recovery of all system services in the event of a disaster
• Provide input and recommendations with regard to system capacity, equipment acquisitions and overall I.S / I.T. strategy
• Maintain the company internal and external website(s) at the direction of the Marketing and H.R. departments
• Mentor, train, and support all other I.T. staff members in execution of their duties
• Maintain high levels of confidentiality at all times
• Any other duties as assigned or requested by management

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Possess good interpersonal skills including positive conflict management skills. Must have exceptional customer service skills, leadership skills, ability to relate well with others, and remain calm under pressure.
• Ability to read, analyze, interpret and respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints. Must have excellent communication skills.
• Ability to perform basic math functions add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions
• Must pass Federal/State Background Investigation and be licensed by the Absentee Shawnee Gaming Commission. Provide proof of education received or transcripts, if applicable. Must be able to pass mandatory drug screens and provide evidence of employment eligibility in the U.S.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No direct supervisory responsibilities

Physical Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, employee must be able to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employee is exposed to a smoking and 2nd hand smoking environment. Must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays. The noise level in the work environment can range from minimal to intense depending on the area of the casino or event center.

Minimum Qualifications

• Degree in Computer or Networking Science or 4 years of demonstrated experience managing a complex systems/ server infrastructure, or a combination thereof.
• Must possess a valid drivers license.
• Must be able to pass a drug screen, background check and obtain a key gaming license.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Absentee Shawnee Tribal Members and Indian Preference in filling this vacancy is given to qualified candidates, in accordance with Title 25, US Code Section 472 and 473. Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma is a Drug-Free Workplace and an At Will Employer.

Benefits for full time team members:

• Employer paid Medical with Blue Cross and Blue Shield
• Employer paid Dental with Delta Dental of Oklahoma
• Employer paid Vision with VSP
• Paid Time Off
• Employer paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Matching