About the role
What you'll do
- Reporting to the Provincial Manager, Data Centre Services of Technology Services within PHSA, the IT Asset Analyst is primarily responsible for the provision/management of IT assets, infrastructure and support contracts for IMITS Technology Services (TS), including providing analysis on IT asset and infrastructure costing. This includes IT asset acquisition and IT asset management and IT support contract management.
- In addition, this position is responsible for providing project management of IT asset acquisition and refresh initiatives.
- Develops and maintains an in-depth knowledge of the acquisition of servers, storage, peripherals and network devices in support of all health authority users.
- Performs the role of Project Manager for IT equipment hardware and support purchases; identifies and documents detailed business requirements and specifications; develops purchase plans based on client requirements, HW availability, supplier resources, service provider limitations, etc.; defines action items, establishes priorities; procures equipment and support quotes and orders equipment and services; performs the role of primary contact/ facilitator for all changes/ problem resolution; ensures completion of all tasks such as purchase reviews, and post-purchase reviews; updates inventory management system.
- Develops, implements and maintains a plan for managing the entire asset management lifecycle of hardware including servers, storage and other data centre equipment.
- Establishes and maintains an inventory of IT assets so as to be able to immediately respond to requests.
- Establishes and maintains a list of IT hardware and software support contracts and manages the renewal and extension of contracts. 6. Identifies and solves problems with asset inventory and contracts and make recommendations on consolidating contracts or changing to different support vendors.
- Produces detailed documentation on IT asset and support contract costing; provides analysis of and recommendations to IMITS Management on strategies for services and cost reduction strategies.
- Escalates and/or refers issues to managers and directors as required, complete with specific information regarding the issue and recommendations.
- Researches and evaluates various technological solutions; recommends new/ revised service delivery options, technologies, products and services to ensure IMITS Technology Services’ initiatives are aligned with current best practices, technological trends and upgradeable for future needs.
What you bring
- Graduation from a recognized two year computer systems technology diploma program, plus three years’ recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Appropriate valid BC Driver’s license is also required.
You can
- Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Deal with others effectively
- Organize work.
- Operate related equipment.
About Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA)
PHSA plans, manages and evaluates selected specialty and province-wide health care services across B.C., working with the five geographic health authorities to deliver province-wide solutions that improve the health of British Columbians. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose.
Our programs and services include: BC Cancer • BC Centre for Disease Control • BC Children's Hospital • Sunny Hill Health Centre for Children • BC Mental Health and Substance Use Services • BC Renal • BC Transplant • BC Women's Hospital and Health Centre • Cardiac Services BC • Perinatal Services BC • BC Emergency Health Services. Learn more about PHSA and our programs: https://jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services
Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.
• Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth and development. • Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles. • Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources. • 13 annual statutory holidays with generous vacation entitlement and accruement. • PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position). • Perks including onsite fitness classes and discounts to 350 BC-wide recreational programs, travel, technology, car and bike sharing, and more.
PHSA is committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.
About the role
What you'll do
- Reporting to the Provincial Manager, Data Centre Services of Technology Services within PHSA, the IT Asset Analyst is primarily responsible for the provision/management of IT assets, infrastructure and support contracts for IMITS Technology Services (TS), including providing analysis on IT asset and infrastructure costing. This includes IT asset acquisition and IT asset management and IT support contract management.
- In addition, this position is responsible for providing project management of IT asset acquisition and refresh initiatives.
- Develops and maintains an in-depth knowledge of the acquisition of servers, storage, peripherals and network devices in support of all health authority users.
- Performs the role of Project Manager for IT equipment hardware and support purchases; identifies and documents detailed business requirements and specifications; develops purchase plans based on client requirements, HW availability, supplier resources, service provider limitations, etc.; defines action items, establishes priorities; procures equipment and support quotes and orders equipment and services; performs the role of primary contact/ facilitator for all changes/ problem resolution; ensures completion of all tasks such as purchase reviews, and post-purchase reviews; updates inventory management system.
- Develops, implements and maintains a plan for managing the entire asset management lifecycle of hardware including servers, storage and other data centre equipment.
- Establishes and maintains an inventory of IT assets so as to be able to immediately respond to requests.
- Establishes and maintains a list of IT hardware and software support contracts and manages the renewal and extension of contracts. 6. Identifies and solves problems with asset inventory and contracts and make recommendations on consolidating contracts or changing to different support vendors.
- Produces detailed documentation on IT asset and support contract costing; provides analysis of and recommendations to IMITS Management on strategies for services and cost reduction strategies.
- Escalates and/or refers issues to managers and directors as required, complete with specific information regarding the issue and recommendations.
- Researches and evaluates various technological solutions; recommends new/ revised service delivery options, technologies, products and services to ensure IMITS Technology Services’ initiatives are aligned with current best practices, technological trends and upgradeable for future needs.
What you bring
- Graduation from a recognized two year computer systems technology diploma program, plus three years’ recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Appropriate valid BC Driver’s license is also required.
You can
- Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Deal with others effectively
- Organize work.
- Operate related equipment.
About Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA)
PHSA plans, manages and evaluates selected specialty and province-wide health care services across B.C., working with the five geographic health authorities to deliver province-wide solutions that improve the health of British Columbians. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose.
Our programs and services include: BC Cancer • BC Centre for Disease Control • BC Children's Hospital • Sunny Hill Health Centre for Children • BC Mental Health and Substance Use Services • BC Renal • BC Transplant • BC Women's Hospital and Health Centre • Cardiac Services BC • Perinatal Services BC • BC Emergency Health Services. Learn more about PHSA and our programs: https://jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services
Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.
• Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth and development. • Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles. • Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources. • 13 annual statutory holidays with generous vacation entitlement and accruement. • PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position). • Perks including onsite fitness classes and discounts to 350 BC-wide recreational programs, travel, technology, car and bike sharing, and more.
PHSA is committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.