Department Information System Coordinator I - Clerk's Office

APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED ON THIS PLATFORM WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. YOU MUST APPLY ON CLARK COUNTY'S WEBSITE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE POSITION.

For Complete Job Announcement, Application Requirements, and to apply on-line (applications on external sites are not monitored), please visit our website at:

https://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/explore-careers-clark-county

Job Summary

This position is responsible for developing and managing the Clerk's Office use of specialized PC-resident computer systems. Responsibilities typically include designing or customizing the software (based upon established standards) to fit the needs of the department, overseeing the use and operation of the system, assisting other staff with the system and serving as liaison between department staff and the Department of Information Technology. In addition, responsibilities may include assisting departmental staff in understanding and working with County-wide systems provided through the Department of Information Technology.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Department Information Systems Coordinator position typically requires job related education at least equivalent to an associate’s degree in computer technology with an emphasis on personal computer systems development. Additional education applicable to the department functions may substitute for some of the experience required. Experience requirements vary by level as follows and include the requirement for specialized experience in the functions of the department:

Associate’s degree in computer technology or equivalent experience and six months to two years of experience related to the department functions.

Knowledge of: The functions and processes of the department of assignment is highly desirable; various personal computer word processing, spreadsheet, file/disk management, and memory management software products; principles of data management; work flow processes and goals within department of assignment; principles of local area network management; basics of data transfer utilities.

Ability to: Analyze problems, identify their basic elements, and provide logical solutions; evaluate department work flow processes and define applications to information systems; prepare clear and concise reports; train others in complex computer applications; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Selection Process:

Application materials must include a resume and cover letter. Additional skills testing may also be required for this position.

Resumes and other documents must be attached together in the 'Resume Upload' section of the application. Multiple files are allowed, but all applicant attachments must be uploaded simultaneously, as there is no way to edit or append uploaded materials after submitting the application.

Application Review (Pass/ Fail) - An online application is required. Attaching a resume does not substitute for a completed application; incomplete applications will not pass the application review. Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.

Resume and Cover Letter (Pass/Fail) – In addition to the Clark County application, applicants must submit a resume and a cover letter.. Documents must be added to the Documents section of My Application. Applications that do not include a Resume and Cover Letter will not be considered.

Practical Exam (Pass/Fail) - This recruitment may require a practical exam which will be job related and may include, but not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement. Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.

Oral Interview - The interview will be job related and may include, not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement. Top candidate(s) will continue in the process.

Employment references will be conducted for the final candidates and may include verification of education.

Examples of Duties

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

Facilitates the department’s production of data necessary to achieve broad department objectives; may include needs assessment of information needs, analysis of workflow, and evaluation of available software packages.

Maximizes the department’s use of software through designing spreadsheet and word processing macros; developing databases; downloading data from the mainframe and modifying software programs for specific department needs.

Serve as primary liaison with the Department of Information Technology to seek solutions to problems, plan technology installations, and ensure compliance with County-wide standards.

Formats and creates reports using standard application, Access, and court databases, such as BIT and Enterprise Justice.

Maintains inventory of software and hardware throughout the department.

Loads specified software packages such as operating systems, word processing, or spreadsheet programs into department PCs; trouble shoots hardware problems prior to seeking Department of Information Technology support.

Responds to users' inquiries concerning systems operations; diagnoses software and operator problems; seeks and implements solutions; replaces software packages.

Formulate the Department’s web page; interact with other web designers within the County; regularly meet with information Specialists throughout the County to share ideas, solutions and maintain up to date knowledge.

Assist staff with basic PC software problems; at the higher level, develop and deliver training to staff on the use of technology and department specific programs.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Salary Grade

Local 11.8

Salary Range

$27.99 - $37.78- per hour

Close Date

Open Until FilledRecruiter

Leslie Harrington Smith

Email:

Leslie.HarringtonSmith@clark.wa.gov

Equal Opportunity Employer

Clark County is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in employment, access, and delivery of all county services. Clark County’s Equal Employment Opportunity Plan is available at http://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/documents.

Employee Benefits and additional compensation

Clark County provides regular full-time and part-time employees with a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, vision and dental insurance, paid leave, flexible spending accounts, life insurance and long-term disability, retirement, and deferred compensation. Some types of employees in some positions and bargaining units might have different benefits and additional compensation. More specific benefit information for the different bargaining units can be found at https://clark.wa.gov/human-resources/employee-benefits. Also please refer to the specific bargaining unit contract for additional compensation at https://clark.wa.gov/human-resources/documents.

Retirement Information

All Clark County employees must participate in a WASHINGTON STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM PLAN (PERS, PSERS or LEOFF).Employee contributions begin the first day of work. Current contribution rates vary by plan but could range from 5% to 15% of gross pay, depending on the plan choice.

For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site here: http://www.drs.wa.gov/

If you are in need of ADA/Section 504 assistance for accommodations, please contact Human Resources at (564) 397-2456; Relay (800) 833-6388.

APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED ON THIS PLATFORM WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. YOU MUST APPLY ON CLARK COUNTY'S WEBSITE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE POSITION.

For Complete Job Announcement, Application Requirements, and to apply on-line (applications on external sites are not monitored), please visit our website at:

https://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/explore-careers-clark-county

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $27.99 - $37.78 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Vancouver, WA 98660: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $28 - $38