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NEW MEXICO STATE UNIVERSITY
HUMAN RESOURCES SERVICES

POSITION CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTION


Position Classification Title: Systems Analyst,Ld
Position Classification Code: M3033
Job Family: Information Technology
Pay Level: 08
Exempt Status: Exempt
This description is intended to describe the general nature of the work being performed. It is not intended to be a complete list of specific duties of any particular position. Duties, responsibilities and bargaining unit eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.
Purpose of Classification:
Under general supervision performs non-routine, complex work. Duties are those associated with a systems administrator or systems analyst with the addition of a leadership role. Plans, conducts, and may supervise assignments. Reviews progress and evaluates results. Participates in budget planning, implementation, and monitoring for purchase and maintenance of hardware and software. Designs and implements integrated hardware and software computer and information systems to meet organizational requirements. Makes recommendations to change procedures. May supervise and train subordinates. 
Standard Duties:
Maintains current knowledge of relevant state-of-the-art technology, equipment, and/or systems. Participates in budget planning, implementation, and monitoring for purchase and maintenance of hardware and software. Designs and implements integrated hardware and software computer and information systems to meet organizational requirements. Analyzes management needs regarding use of integrated data processing equipment or operations and processes. Plans, coordinates, and schedules investigations, feasibility studies and surveys, including economic evaluation of proposed and existing automatic data processing and machine applications. May supervise and train subordinates. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned. 
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of current technological developments/trends in area of expertise. Knowledge of customer service standards and procedures. Knowledge of computer security procedures and protocol. Knowledge of a broad range of relevant multi-user computer systems, applications, and/or equipment. 
Skill in records maintenance, budget preparation and fiscal management. Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities. Skills in team leadership and effective communication. 
Ability to provide technical guidance and leadership to professional personnel in area of expertise. Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with team members as well as higher-level staff and administrators. Ability to use independent judgment and initiative; organize and direct activities with organizational goals in mind.
Minimum Qualifications:
   Education- Bachelor's degree in a related field. 
   Experience- Five (5) years of experience directly related to the standard duties as outlined. 
   Equivalency- None
   Certifications/License-
   Departmental Requirements-
   Special Requirements-