Senior Systems Technician

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Clark County Information Technology Department is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Sr Systems Technician position. As a Senior member of our team, you will be one of the leads on a team of System Technicians who provide technical and specialized support to all departments within Clark County.

The ideal candidate will be responsible to provide guidance and advanced troubleshooting to Technicians, as well as do packaging, deployments, print server management, and security maintenance. The candidate will be a part of the Support Services Division and report to the Manager of Technical Services.

THIS RECRUITMENT IS LIMITED TO THE FIRST 250 APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AND WILL CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE ONCE THAT NUMBER IS REACHED.

This examination will establish an Open Competitive Eligibility listto fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months or may be extended as needed by Human Resources.

Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience: Equivalent to two years of college level course work in computer science, information systems or a field related to the work AND four (4) years of full-time experience in installing and troubleshooting personal computer and network hardware and software. Possession of a four (4) year degree in an appropriate field is desirable.

Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application.

Licensing and Certification: Specified positions may require a valid Nevada Class C Driver's License at time of appointment.

Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted.

Citizenship: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.Please note, Clark County does not provide H1B visa sponsorships or transfers for any employment positions.

Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Provides lead direction, training and work review to a small group of technicians; organizes and assigns work, sets priorities, and follows-up to ensure coordination and completion of assigned work. Designs, installs, tests, documents and maintains local area network systems; troubleshoots and resolves hardware and software problems.

Designs, installs, tests, documents and maintains personal computer systems; assists users in determining their hardware and software needs; install and customizes software and ensures that vendor hardware and software are functioning appropriately. Installs and maintains communications systems between departmental personal computer and network systems and other County computer systems; troubleshoots problems and ensures proper operation of hardware and software. Upgrades and modifies operating systems by installing new vendor releases.

Performs the most complex system installation and troubleshooting work. Confers with customers to determine information system needs; researches vendor hardware and software options; ensures that potential acquisitions coordinate with existing hardware, software and systems. Instructs customers in the operation of hardware and software; ensures that there is proper written documentation and instructions for non-technical personal computer and network users.

Provides assistance and instruction to part-time or intern staff; ensures that their work is completed in an appropriate and timely manner. Maintains accurate records and files related to work performed. Maintains current knowledge of personal and network hardware and software; makes recommendations for acquisition and upgrading.

Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team. Uses standard office equipment in the course of the work; may drive a motor vehicle or be able to provide for appropriate transportation to various County work sites.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment, stamina to remain seated and maintain concentration for an extended period of time and lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 pounds; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.