Information Technologist 1

Position Description: Provides support & service to information system users on a computer or telecommunication network running in stand alone, client/server, web-based, &/or networked environment using established methods & procedures; performs routine analysis to resolve problems. Provides installation & monitoring support to IT specialists (e.g., unpacks, stages &/or racks hardware, performs set-up & installation for hardware &/or software; network connectivity, learns & changes application coding specifications, installs telecommunications hardware & wiring, monitors systems & notifies higher-level staff of any concerns). Promotes system security & awareness by adhering to the Agency's &/or State's IT security policy(s) & standards. At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website Our benefits package includes: Medical Coverage Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more) Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation ) Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position. Qualifications 6 mos. combined work experience in any combination of the following: computers &/or electronics and/or in telecommunications performing routine analysis, programming, installation, maintenance and/or systems support, solving problems with pre-determined methods on basic hardware or software including experience providing customer support. -Or 2 courses in computer science or information systems. -Or equivalent of minimum class qualifications for employment noted above. Job Skills: Information Technology