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City of Stockton, CA TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT SPECIALIST II in City of Stockton, California
TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT SPECIALIST II
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TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT SPECIALIST II
Salary
$5,541.42 - $7,114.20 Monthly
Location
City of Stockton, CA
Job Type
Full-Time (Probationary)
Job Number
0724-06929
Department
Information Technology
Opening Date
07/02/2024
Closing Date
7/14/2024 5:30 PM Pacific
Description
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DEFINITION
OPEN/PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY
MONTHLY SALARY RANGE: $5,541.42, $5,824.30, $6,123.42, $6,437.44, $6,766.36, $7,114.20
FUTURE SALARY INCREASES:
Effective July 1, 2025, 3% Cost of Living Adjustment
INCENTIVES FOR NEW EMPLOYEES:
Sign on Bonus - $2,000
40 hours of sick leave for immediate use
FUTURE INCENTIVES FOR ALL EMPLOYEES:
Employees employed as of July 1, 2025 will receive a $2,000 lump sum
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
TENTATIVE EXAMINATION DATE: - Wednesday, July 31st, 2024; Times to be determined.
(Candidates must be present for the examination).
The City of Stockton Information Technology Department is currently recruiting for the Technology Support Specialist II position.
Under general supervision, the incumbent will work with the team and independently to identify and troubleshoot personal computer hardware and software problems, develop solutions, help lead division projects, and perform related work as assigned. This class performs a variety of technical customer support and training duties involving the use of hardware, software, and networks. It provides telephone, remote desktop, and on-site support and assistance to system and equipment end users. The scope of support desk assistance includes mainframe, mid-range, client/server, desktop and laptop computers, mobile devices, and networks. The incumbent will report to the Support division Information Technology Supervisor. This incumbent will work a City of Stockton 9/80 schedule: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Fridays, with every other Friday off.
Incumbents in this position are included in the Civil Service system, in a "for-cause" employment status, and are represented by Stockton City Employees' Association. (Classified/Represented).
This recruitment is being conducted as an Open/Promotional recruitment. Current full-time regular status, at time of application, City of Stockton employees may apply for this position as a promotional opportunity, and successful candidates will be placed on a promotional list. All other candidates may apply for this position as an open competitive opportunity, and successful candidates will be placed on an open list. The appointing authority will have the option of requesting names from the promotional list, the open list, or a combination of both. This list may be used to fill future vacancies.
Prior to appointment, eligible candidates will be required to submit to and successfully pass a background investigation, which will include fingerprinting, as well as a medical back evaluation.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
Assignments are predominantly involved in direct user support on single server systems and/or assistance in the resolution of problems relating to desktop equipment and/or proprietary software.
Technology Support Specialist II is the journey-level class in the Technology Support Specialist series. The incumbent is expected to have a broad background in information technology hardware, software, and communications protocols with well-developed analytical and diagnostic skills. The Technology Support Specialist II works independently with customers and recommends micro-computer or radio hardware and software; may develop and implement special training programs, troubleshoot micro-computer or radio hardware and software problems, set up and install systems, perform some minor hardware maintenance, and/or be assigned to lead a small-scope project.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES (Illustrative Only)
Installs and upgrades desktop hardware, software, and peripheral equipment; configures system for optimum operations.
Provides a full range of assistance and help to system and equipment users in the role of help-desk expert.
Trains users in operating systems, computer language, application programs, utilities, and hardware operations; assists users in applying computer training to work environment; creates technical documents and computer training for end-users.
Serves as liaison between vendor, technical support, network, and departments to resolve radio or personal computer operational problems; coordinates and implements corrective measures.
Reviews change notices for information update and notifies customers.
Receives problem calls, tracks problem events, and updates knowledge base.
Diagnoses and troubleshoots radio or personal computer hardware and software problems using diagnostic tools within established time frame.
Designs, installs, troubleshoots, maintains, and administers local area networks.
Performs software/database needs assessment; develops, designs, programs, tests, and maintains customized micro-computer applications.
Reviews trends, recommends event reduction measures, and escalates problems to appropriate second-level support.
Prepares and tracks radio or computer hardware and software inventory, and surpluses obsolete radio or computer equipment.
Notifies supervisor or appropriate stakeholder regarding procedural or operational problems and user training needs.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Experience:
Possession of an Associate of Arts degree or completion of sixty semester units or equivalent quarter hours from an accredited college or university with major course work in business administration, computer science, or a closely related field.
ANDTwo (2) years of work experience in the use of computer systems at a level equivalent to the City’s Technology Support Specialist I class. Information Technology support experience may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis.
Other Requirements
Must possess the physical characteristics to perform the critical and important duties of the job, including sufficient dexterity, stamina, and physical strength to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and to operate related equipment.
Must possess a valid California Class C driver’s license in order to work at remote user sites.
If deemed necessary, must be willing to work additional hours and/or weekends to provide operational support.
May be required to complete a background investigation and a California Department of Justice fingerprint clearance.
Knowledge of
Principles and practices of technical problem solving, personal computer hardware and software products and diagnostic methods, server connectivity, WAN, LAN, and basic TCP/IP network;
Principles, practices, and techniques for providing customer support;
Principles and practices of LAN concepts, terminology, and system security;
Principles and techniques for evaluation of work processes for new or revised computer applications; and
Principles of technical report preparation and documentation, including computer research and analysis techniques.
Skill in:
Solving software programming and system design problems from minimal diagnostic information;
Reviewing and analyzing computer user needs and develop effective hardware and software solutions;
Providing technical guidance and assistance to users, customers, and team members;
Maintaining organized and accurate records, user procedures, reports of work performed, and other written material;
Communicating effectively both orally and in writing;
Recognizing problems, developing recommendations and solutions, and overseeing corrections within specialty; and
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.
This class specification should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirement of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Any essential function or requirement of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent/applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the American with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the incumbent/applicant when possible.
The Examination:
Applicants who qualify in terms of relevant work experience and education, that best fit the needs of the City, will be invited to participate in the examination process. The examination process may include a written examination weighted 100%. However, the City reserves the right to utilize alternative testing methods if deemed necessary. Candidates must receive a minimum passing score of 70%, as determined by the relative performance of all candidates in all portions of the examination. In the event of identical ratings, candidates' names will be arranged in order of application date/time, and, if the same, then arranged alphabetically.
ALL APPLICATIONS AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE COMPLETED FULLY AND SUBMITTED ON AN OFFICIAL CITY OF STOCKTON APPLICATION FORM. (DO NOT STATE "REFER TO RESUME" ON YOUR APPLICATION OR SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE.) INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS AND SUPPLEMENTALS WILL BE REJECTED AND CANNOT BE REVISED AFTER SUBMITTAL ON OR BEFORE THE FINAL FILING DATE. POSTMARKS, FACSIMILES, AND PHOTOCOPIES OF THE CITY'S EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. RESUMES ARE WELCOMED BUT SHOULD BE SUBMITTED AS ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ONLY.
The information in this announcement concerning the terms and conditions of employment does not constitute either an express or implied contract, and these provisions are subject to change.
NOTE:
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In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et seq., all City of Stockton employees are considered disaster service workers who may be required to report for duty, or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency or disaster and are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath.