In-House Job Opportunity Announcement
Configuration Management Librarian
NICTD, South Shore Line Railroad intends to hire a Configuration Management Librarian. Working for the Configuration Management Process Manager (CMPM) and Director of PTC, this person will be responsible for assisting the CMPM in controlling the receipt, identification, storage, and withdrawal of all supported Configurable Items; providing information on the status of CIs; and auditing, numbering, recording, storing, and distributing Configuration Management issues as applied to the Positive Train Control System. Longer term plans may include the development and use of Configuration Management in other departments and for other purposes. Applications are currently limited to District employees in good standing.
Description: The Configuration Management Librarian position will have evolving responsibilities. Candidates should expect that their responsibilities will change as the process is implemented and potentially expanded within the district. At present, the expected responsibilities for this position include: Assist in accepting, identifying, & registering a new Configurable Item (CI) when needed; transitioning a CI into a new state; creating or adding new features to a CI; viewing, monitoring, and storing all CIs; and removing a CI when it is not needed
Maintain and provide information on the status of CIs
Responsible for ensuring that all the CIs are registered and that these records are correct and up-to-date
Assist in creating libraries or other storage areas to hold CIs
Collect and retain information that will assist in the assessment of what CIs are impacted by a Change to a product
Produce configuration status accounting reports
Create and maintain PTC Training database - work with supervisors to verify all affected employees are current on department specific training
Assist in training new contracted employees
Assist in monitoring, maintaining, and controlling the various files integral to the Configuration Management Process; ensuring that staff comply with process and data standards
Assist in performing data security and housekeeping tasks on an “as needed” basis
Assist in conducting configuration audits in office and in the field
Assist in annual audit of the Configuration Management Plan, Policy, and Procedures
Performs other duties as assigned
Position Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform the above responsibilities. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions: Two or more years of study at a college or university. A degree or coursework in business, writing skills, or a field relating to the configuration management process is preferred but not required.
Two or more years of file management, spreadsheet, and/or report preparation experience. File management using computerized processes such as Excel is preferred.
Knowledge of District operations, financial processes, procurement systems, safety requirements, engineering issues, and the District’s organizational structure is preferred.
Ability to work and communicate effectively in stressful conditions.
Demonstrated superior interpersonal skills with fellow employees and others.
Willingness to travel as needed for professional development.
Valid driver’s license with a safe and insurable driving record. Reliable transportation to and from Michigan City, Indiana.
Willingness to work varied shift hours, varied days off, holidays, and extended hours if necessary to respond to operational circumstances.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with strong emphasis on Excel; solid business communication skills.
Superior record concerning safety attitude, attendance, and work performance.
Ability to multi-task among competing short term priorities while…