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Systems & Network Technician (Information Systems Specialist 6)

Oregon State Government Jobs, Salem, Oregon, us, 97308


Initial Posting Date:

10/16/2024Application Deadline:

10/30/2024Agency:

Department of Public Safety Standards and TrainingSalary Range:

$5,655 - $8,548Position Type:

EmployeePosition Title:

Systems & Network Technician (Information Systems Specialist 6)This recruitment is for one (1), regular, full-time in person position located in Salem, OR (4190 Aumsville Hwy SE) and is represented by Oregon Public Safety Association. This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified applicants and may be used to fill future vacancies.Note: No cover letter is required to apply, please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the application questionnaire as it will determine candidate advancement.What you will be doing:As the Systems & Network Technician you will provide wireless, network infrastructure, server support as well as other related services and delivery through the IS Help Desk. Duties include but are not limited to:Providing analytical and technical support for operating, maintaining and installing systems or modifying existing systems.Ensuring data is securely transmitted, received and/or is viewed in required formats, and between systems.Performing network hardware and software configurations, installations and upgrades, performance monitoring, access, security, backups, scheduling, and network inventory management.Evaluating, and recommending purchases, and applying network monitoring hardware and software to determine baseline performance and traffic characteristics for agency networks; monitor system performance and resolve performance problems. Develop and maintain desk procedures manual for systems, network and security processes and support.Providing regular status reports on major projects (network implementation, conversions, upgrades). Maintaining, developing and supporting desktop, databases, security, audio, visual, telephonic, and network systems.Evaluating cost, specifications and agency policies to recommend system and performance improvements. Researches and prepares cost estimates for product/systems.For a complete position description, please

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to contact the recruiter.About DPSST:The Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) oversees the development of professional standards and the delivery of quality training for law enforcement officers, corrections officers, parole and probation officers, firefighters, telecommunicators, and emergency medical dispatchers. DPSST is also the regulatory agency that enforces employment and training standards for the above listed public safety disciplines and licenses proprietary security managers, security contractors and officers, polygraph examiners, and private investigators.Diversity Equity Inclusion & Belonging is a core value at DPSST. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environments for all students, staff, and faculty. We believe every member on our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and to discover, design and deliver solutions. Employees are expected to uphold this value and foster an inclusive and equitable workplace.What's in it for you:Work/life balance and a supportive working environment.11 Paid holidays a yearPaid sick leave, vacation, and personal leave.Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans for employee and qualified family members. Find out more about our competitive benefits packages.

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to visit our full benefits website.Optional benefits additions such as flexible spending accounts, term life and more.You will be automatically enrolled into the

Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)

program.

Employees who are Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) participating members will have their base salary increased by 6.95% and pay a 6% employee contribution to PERS; the salary range noted above reflects base salary only.Free parking!Onsite CafeteriaOnsite wellness optionsMinimum Qualifications:Option 1: Five (5) years of information systems experience working within the Information Technology (IT) field.OROption 2: An Associate's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.OR completion of a two (2) year accredited vocational training program in information technology or related field;ANDThree (3) years of information systems experience working within the Information Technology (IT) field.OROption 3: A Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field AND One (1) year of information systems experience working within the Information Technology (IT) field.Requested Skills/ Desired Attributes:“What we’d like to see” – If you have these qualities, let us know!Successful candidates selected to move forward will meet the minimum qualifications and present the requested skills/desired attributes within their application material and application questionnaire.Note: You do not need to have all of these qualities to be eligible for this position.Proven track record of identifying challenges and delivering innovative, effective solutions.Strong verbal and written communication skills that encourage open lines of communication, collaboration and partnership.Strong understanding of maintaining secure connectivity for authorized users, with experience collaborating with vendors for system integration.Proficiency in network hardware and software configurations, installations, upgrades, performance monitoring, and inventory management.Skilled in exploring and evaluating new and existing technologies, analyzing costs and specifications to suggest performance improvements, and assisting with equipment acquisition in collaboration with management.Capable of making data driven decisions through a strong analytical approach.Please note that the questionnaire will ask questions pertaining to the requested skills/desired attributes section.

No cover letter is required . Allow sufficient time to complete your application in one sitting, as the saving of your application cannot be guaranteed in Workday.Additional Requirements:Successful candidates for this position will be subject to a computerized criminal history check. Adverse background information will be reviewed and could result in withdrawal of a conditional job offer or termination of employment.How to Apply:Sign In or Create a Workday Account (Internal employees please use your Workday profile).Complete the self-prompted application AND attach your updated resume.If you do not have a resume, please make sure to include all your work experience when asked in the application.Complete the questionnaire within your application.After you submit your application, be sure to respond to the public records request (PRR) authorization and gender identity question. This screen will come after you submit and will complete the process. If you are an employee, the tasks will come to your Workday inbox.If you are a veteran, the task to claim preference will come after the PRR and gender identity tasks. For privacy reasons, please do not attach your DD214/DD215/civil service preference letter to your application or combine it with any other required document attachments. We will ask you for your documents later in the process. If you need time to locate or order your documents from the VA, please contact the recruiter at the phone number or email under the ‘Need help?’ section below.Questions/Need Help?For questions about the application process, contact Andrea.Self@DPSST.oregon.gov. Please be sure that you include the job announcement number. Please ensure you’ve provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying. Your application materials will be used to determine salary based on a pay equity assessment. For further information, please visit the

Pay Equity Project

homepage. Pay and benefits on all job announcements may change without further notice.THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY STANDARDS AND TRAINING IS COMMITTED TO AFFIRMATIVE ACTION, EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AND WORKPLACE DIVERSITY.

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