Enterprise Technical Liaison

Position Description

Position Overview:

Under moderate supervision, the Enterprise Technical Liaison is responsible for project, vendor, and administration management of Information Technology (IT) facility projects for Universal Services (US). Individuals in this role will be planning and preparing for emergency operations required to support the department's critical infrastructure. This role requires highly specialized knowledge of technology including megawatt-level generators, automatic transfer switches, high-voltage electrical systems, Uninterrupted Power Supplies (UPS), battery technologies, and precision cooling systems.

The Enterprise Technical Liaison is expected to demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to foster and maintain effective relationships with various stakeholders.

Job Duties:

• Manages the scope, budget, schedule, and contract compliance for IT facility projects.

• Leads and initiates analysis and solutions across multiple technical areas including, but not limited to, standby power systems, large format UPS systems, battery technology, electrical subsystems, and precision cooling systems; coordinates fueling operations.

• Serves as the primary point of contact and liaison for Harris County Engineering regarding facility maintenance and construction projects within the department.

• In addition, establishes and maintains relationships with internal and external stakeholders; communicates status and collaborates with project sponsors, key stakeholders, and other key project personnel at all organizational levels to drive deliverables and maintain project budgets and schedules.

• Implements critical system hardware in accordance with industry best practices to support the delivery of applications to end users.

• Oversees contractor and vendor-related tasks and deliverables to ensure the quality of work performed aligns with the contract and purchase order.

• Prepares, submits, and maintains service tickets, files, and records for IT facilities.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx

If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net.

This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field and two (2) years of directly related experience

OR

• Associate Degree in a related field and four (4) years of directly related experience

OR

• High School Diploma or equivalent and six (6) years of directly related experience.

Knowledge, Skill & Abilities (KSAs):

• Knowledge of construction processes, product application, and building/infrastructure component assembly.

• High degree of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and Fire Suppression systems aptitude.

• Excellent interpersonal and written/oral communication skills.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple projects through effective prioritization.

• Ability to read and comprehend construction documents and MEP drawings.

• Ability to interact with staff at all levels.

Applicants for this position will be subject to a criminal background check that includes being fingerprinted. This applies to any position with network access to Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) or access to an area where CJIS is received, maintained or stored either manually or electronically (i.e. custodian, maintenance).

Automatic Disqualification:

• Convictions, probation, or deferred adjudication for any Felony, and any Class A Misdemeanor

• Convictions, probation, or deferred adjudication for a Class B Misdemeanor, if within the previous 10 years

• Open arrest for any criminal offense (Felony or Misdemeanor)

• Family Violence conviction

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

General Information

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:

• Monday

• Friday | 40hrs

• Regular Full-time | Onsite Position

• May be required to work more than forty hours during the workweek and/or weekends or on-call 24 hours a day to meet special projects or deadlines.

• Subject to performing other duties as assigned

• Must live or plan to live in the Houston Texas metropolitan area.

Location:

• Downtown Houston

• 1111 Fannin St. Houston, TX 77002

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.

Not Applicable

01

Which of the following best describes your highest level of education completed as it relates to this position?

• High School or GED diploma

• Associate Degree

• Bachelor's Degree

• Master's Degree or higher

• None of the above

02

Please describe your educational background including level of education completed, area of study and completed major and minor programs.

03

Which of the following best describes your verifiable directly related experience? (To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your application's employment history)

• Less than two (2) years

• Two (2) years but less than four (4) years

• Four (4) years but less than six (6) years

• Six (6) years or more

• I do not have this experience

04

Please provide details about your verifiable directly related experience. Do not use "Please see Resume" or "See Resume" (To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your application's employment history) Please include your (a) role(s), (b) types of organizations, (c) scope of duties and responsibilities If you do not have this experience, please type "None" in the space provided.

05

This role requires a Valid Driver's License (Texas upon hire) Do you have a Valid Driver's License?

• Yes, I have a Valid Texas Driver's License

• Yes, I have a Valid Driver's License but understand I must obtain a Valid Texas Driver's License prior to start date

• No, I'm not interested

Required Question

Agency Harris County

Address 1111 Fannin St

Ste. 600

Houston, Texas, 77002

Phone 713-274-5445

Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harriscountytx