System and Network Administrator Temporary
System and Network Administrator Temporary
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*Notice of Change: This recruitments position title has been changed to System and Network Administrator (Temporary) and extended untilWednesday April 30 2025. The hourly rate ranges have been posted under the salary information for this flexibly staffed class series.
The Santa Barbara County Fire department is filling multiple System and Network Administrator (Temporary) positions. These positions will support our new Regional Fire Communication Center (RFCC)onsite in Santa Barbara California.This is auniqueandexcitingopportunity to be a part of anewregional firerescueEMS communications/dispatch program.SALARY:
The System and Network Administrator job class specification title is EDP (Electronic Data Processing) Systems and Programming Analyst I/II).
- *EDP Systems & Programming Analyst I: $45.77 $55.11 Hourly
- *EDP Systems & Programming Analyst (SPA) II: $50.21 $60.52 Hourly
*EDP Systems and Programming Analyst I/II is a flexibly staffed class series. Employees may be hired at either the I or II level of the series. The I level is the entry level of the systems and programming analyst series occupied by employees who require close supervision while acquiring great technical knowledge and ability to work with clients in needs and feasibility applications analysis. Employees at the II level work from general instruction and consult supervisors for guidance on policy matters and assist in the resolution of difficult technical problems.
THE POSITION:
These System and Network Administrator positions will design or modify and monitor computer application systems; assist system users with the resolution of computer application problems; write reports and manage automated jobs; update information on servers; and perform related duties as required under close supervision. Positions in these job classes perform applications analysis work of existing or new systems including programming testing maintenance and implementation.
PLEASE NOTE: These are Civil Service Rule (CSR) 905 Extra Help Appointments. An extrahelp appointment is defined as an appointment made to a nonregular nonpermanent position established on a temporary basis to meet peak loads unusual work situations seasonal and recurrent work intermittent assignments or emergencies. These positions are exempt from the Provisions of the Civil Service Rules. On the employment application please select the location(s) you would like to be consider for current and future ExtraHelp vacancies.
About theRegional Fire Communication Center (RFCC):
The RFCC is a secondary Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) serving the Santa Barbara County region. This Center dispatches County firerescue resources for all cities 4 fire protection districts 3 and for the Santa Barbara County contract ambulance provider which is a 24hour / 365day operation. RFCC is a partnership between member agencies and administered by the Santa Barbara County Fire Department.
The RFCC is the dispatch center for the Santa Barbara County Operational area of the California OES Fire & Rescue Mutual Aid System. It is also responsible for ordering dispatching and tracking resources including fire engines crews dozers aircraft and overhead personnel as required through the Santa Barbara County Fire Departments contract with CalFire. The RFCC interacts frequently with other agencies including CalFire California OES California State Parks National Park Service U.S. Coast Guard U.S. Air Force and U.S Forest Service.
To learn more about this department please visit: Santa Barbara County Regional Fire Communications CenterThe IDEAL CANDIDATEis expected to possess some but not all:
- Experience as a system administrator of operating systems such as Windows Server Active Directory data collection and analysis methods.
- System Administrator experience in configuring monitoring and troubleshooting firewalls and system security.
- Ability to work across various platforms such as databases cloud applications and system integrations.
- Experience in networking protocols and configuration.
- Knowledge and experience in data management and storage solutions.
- Network Administrator experience that includes network monitoring and performance backup and disaster recovery troubleshooting and support and wireless networking.
- Strong understanding and experience with Fortinet FortiGate firewalls.
- Knowledge of Nutanix for data management and storage solutions.
- Ability to identify areas of improvement is existing processes and implement new automation solutions.
- Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to solve complex problems.
- Knowledge and experience in resolving technical issues user inquiries diagnosing and troubleshooting technical issues.
- Ability to understand process interpret communicate and relate technical information to stakeholders vendors end users and those who may have limited technical understanding.
Examples of Duties
- Designs and participates in the development testing and implementation of computer application systems; consults with current and proposed systems users on the feasibility of proposed systems and changes; analyzes ongoing computerization needs; identifies design alternatives; estimates cost and timing of systems modifications and new systems development; proposes computerbased solutions.
- Monitors and corrects problems with production runs identified by users and computer operations personnel; develops and implements solutions to the problems.
- Writes technical specifications for system and program design; writes user operating procedures for new and revised computer applications; and confers with departmental staff vendors and technical support personnel regarding changes in operating procedures and systems design to ensure applications meet user needs.
- Modifies enhances or adds modules to existing applications; adapts purchased software to hardware used by department and to departmental requirements; provides project and technical supervision of staff assisting in application development and maintenance tasks.
- Designs procedures for testing new and revised software; conducts tests to evaluate conformance to specifications and to identify and correct problems.
- Conducts formal and onthejob training for system users in the capabilities and use of computer applications.
Employment Standards
In order to be considered for this position applicants must provide detailed information on their application to demonstrate how they meet the employment standards listed below:
- Completion of 24 quarter/18 semester units of collegelevel courses in the principles and methods of systems analysis systems design computer program design computer programming using a language utilized by the hiring department and information system technology AND two years of experience writing business application programs; OR
- A combination of training education and experience that is equivalent to the employment standard listed above and that provides the required knowledge and abilities.
Knowledge of:principles and methods used in analysis and development of data processing applications; principles of systems and procedures analysis; uses and limitations of data processing applications; principles of information entry storage and retrieval; programming languages applicable to systems in use; current developments in data processing; operating capabilities of common hardware configurations; principles and techniques of computer programming; basic math to develop simple equations in programming applications and to estimate costs of systems; and basic principles of electronic data communication.
Ability to:define problems collect and analyze data validate conclusions and make recommendations; modify and write programs for efficient applications; write instructions and procedures; write systems and programming documentation; prepare clear and concise memos and written reports; identify and take corrective actions to solve problems in programs and production systems; communicate on technical issues with individuals with varying degrees of computer familiarity; apply advanced programming languages and programming tools; establish and maintain effective working relationships with users and others contacted in the course of work; read and interpret technical instructions used for such tasks as coding and operating systems; organize work and set priorities to meet deadlines; work within prescribed time constraints.
Desirable Qualifications:
Knowledge of:basic principles of electronic records management to design or modify programs bookkeeping to design or modify programs and budgeting to design or modify programs; principles of project management; basic principles of supervision; and principles of database design.
Additional Requirements:- Possession of a valid California Class C Drivers License may be required.
- Incumbents must be willing to travel to project sites.
Supplemental Information
APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS:
- Review applications and supplemental questionnaires to determine those candidates who meet the employment standards. Candidates that meet the employment standard will have their applications sent to the hiring department for review.
Conditional Job Offer: Once a conditional offer of employment has been made candidate will be required to successfully complete a background check which includes a conviction history check and satisfactory reference checks. Appointee will be subject to a postoffer medical evaluation or examination.
Recruiters will correspond with applicants by email during each step in the recruitment process. Applicants are reminded tocheck spam filters continuously during theRecruitment & Selection Process steps listed above to ensure they do not miss required deadlines. The County of Santa Barbara will not release any applicants email address to a third party.
Disaster Service Worker:Pursuant to Governmental code section 3100 all employees with the County of Santa Barbara are declared to be disaster service workers subject to such disaster service. Activities as may be assigned to them by their superiors or by law.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS:The County of Santa Barbara is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants. Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter listed on the job posting. We require verification of needed accommodation from a professional source such as a Medical Provider or a learning institution.
Statement of Commitment
The County of Santa Barbara is dedicated to cultivating and sustaining an environment that exhibits equity and inclusion everywhere and at all levels of our organization. The County believes equity is a fundamental principle that must be imbedded in policies institutional practices and systems. The County recognizes the negative impacts of systemic racism and is committed to eliminating the barriers affecting our Black Latinx Indigenous and Asian community members as well as people of other diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds. We envision a world where society and its systems (e.g. education criminal justice and health care housing the economy) are just fair and inclusive enabling all people to participate and reach their full potential.
We celebrate community and employee diversity strive for inclusion and belonging and promote empowered participation. We aspire to build a workforce that is reflective of these values and the communities we serve. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and will resolutely uphold federal California state law and/or Santa Barbara County ordinances.
We believe equity and inclusion are vital to fulfill the Countys mission and to embody a culture of One County One Future. Expanding the full range of employee talent allows the County to deliver our best to all our community members.
We believe in the dignity and humanity of all people. We strive for a healthy and prosperous society that promotes all people having equitable access and opportunity.
APPLICATION AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE DEADLINE: Wednesday April 30 2025 by 4:59pm PDT;postmarks not accepted.Applications and job bulletins can be obtained 24 hours a day atwww.sbcountyjobs.
Santa Barbara County Fire Department Human Resources:
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Employment Type
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