Public Works Systems Administrator

Salary : $67,835.04 - $105,115.92 Annually

Location : Bradenton, FL

Job Type : Full-Time (Salaried)

Job Number : 24-00812

Department : Public Works

Opening Date : 12 / 20 / 2024

Closing Date : 1 / 13 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

General Information

Work Location : 1022 26th Ave E, Bradenton, Florida 34208

Work Hours : Monday - Friday, 7 : 00 am- 4 : 00 pm

Administers multiple computer application environments using various network operating system components and client support platforms. Provides technical support of multiple operating system environments with expertise in Windows Server and relevant operating systems. Monitors, plans, installs, troubleshoots, upgrades, and maintains stable production host and client environments.

Working Conditions

Typical indoor office environment. Sitting for long periods of time, working on computer. Lifting equipment or supplies up to 25 pounds alone and up to 50 pounds with assistance. Position requires visual acuity and depth perception, as well as ability to hear and identify sounds. Periodically required to work other than normal business hours.

Job Description

Essential Functions

These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.

Administers various aspects of network operating systems, including configuration of electronic mail systems, operating system installation and configuration, printing systems, user account management, security, and patch management, and installing third-party software.

Works with servers hosting client support technologies that enable server-based client deployments, inventories, automatic updates, remote management, authentication, scripting, patch management and other centralized management activities. Works with various client software packages to help develop standards for interaction with servers in terms of procedures, configurations, and deployments.

Monitors, troubleshoots, and manages a heterogeneous network of hosts and clients to maximize efficient use of resources using established or developing management systems, procedures, programs, scripts, and policies.

Uses utilities to check information in assigned services. Troubleshoots complex issues and problems for servers and client / server communications. Assists with routine configuration and tuning of various monitoring systems used to check for issues with systems and helps facilitate staff usage of such systems.

Assesses performance characteristics of systems and monitors them for overall health using command line interfaces and various GUI tools provided by OS vendors and third-party manufacturers. Detects and corrects issues. Escalates critical issues to appropriate County IT staff or vendor and ensures resolution.

Works with department personnel to implement support vendor and internal on call and help desk support arrangements relating to the server host and client environments.

Researches systems trouble calls and documents support issues. Performs systems trouble resolution following procedures in accordance with ITIL service delivery and associated processes. Escalates issues to County Information Technology staff or vendors as appropriate.

Accommodates system availability issues through programming, configurations, and scheduling system activities.

Inventories equipment and infrastructure for the purposes of efficient monitoring, servicing, and annual support of county server infrastructure.

Creates supporting documentation, plans, and schematics.

Maintains knowledge and understanding of current best practices, trends, laws, and issues affecting area of expertise. Upon arrival, attends educational events that will increase professional knowledge and be otherwise beneficial to the County.

Performs other related work (including weather or other extreme emergency duties) as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or related field.

Five (5) or more years of progressively responsible work experience in the support of LAN / server-based systems, hardware, software, or business applications with primary focus on information systems administration or large-scale database administration.

Two (2) or more years of experience working on network operating systems.

Valid driver license required, with valid Florida driver license required within 30 days of hire.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

More

Linux and / or programming experience desired.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Able to prioritize tasks, deal effectively with competing and changing priorities, and meet deadlines. Accurate, detail-oriented, and organized. Able to resolve difficult and sometime complex situations and problems.

Advanced knowledge and understanding of Windows servers and other relevant operating systems appropriate for area of assignment.

Advanced knowledge and understanding of standard client operating systems and supporting technologies for their automated administration.

Advanced knowledge and understanding of current systems and network security functions.

Advanced knowledge and understanding of archiving systems and procedures for proper protection of system resources.

Advanced knowledge and understanding of Network switching including Layer 2 and 3 switches and knowledge of routers and firewalls.

Advanced knowledge and understanding of TCP / IP protocols including VLANS, subnetting, spanning tree protocols, and network troubleshooting.

Advanced knowledge of Active directory including user administration, Group Policies, directory security, and rights administration.

Advanced ability to troubleshoot complex technical, organizational, and controversial problems and projects, and provides corrective actions.

Knowledge of fiber optic networks desired.

Advanced knowledge and understanding of computer applications and software programs required to perform job duties Depending on are of assignments, this could include the Office 365 applications, ArcGIS Enterprise, Power BI, and Crystal Reports.

Good knowledge and understanding of regulatory compliance necessary to successfully perform job responsibilities.

Strong verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills in order to interact professionally and effective with staff, management, vendors, and other stakeholders. Able to influence others regarding policies, practices, and procedures. Able to explain technical subject matter to non-technical audiences.

Supports the service lifecycle of business applications locally hosted, cloud hosted, and hybrid configurations.

Analyzes customer business processes. Translates requirements to business application configuration and workflows. Uses technical best practice approaches to implementing processes. Conducts research, reviews, and recommends new methods, workflows, and technology to make daily operations more efficient.

Works with Project Management Office (PMO) to plan, implement, report, and evaluate work.

Creates and edit views and other queries for reporting data with T-SQL scripting using SQL Server Management System.

Sets goals and objectives for team members for achievement of operational results. Assigns work and delegates responsibilities to staff and monitors progress to ensure goals are met and high-quality customer service is maintained. Hires, trains, coaches, appraises, and rewards assigned staff. Responds appropriately to employee complaints and issues. Cultivates strong working relationships and builds trust among team members.

Maintains and monitors Cityworks Asset Management System. Acts as project manager for significant and complex configuration changes and / or upgrades to the Cityworks ELA. Tests installs, and supports software version updates for Cityworks and trains end-users on system interface and operating procedures. Troubleshoots and corrects complex system issues and outages, working closely with IT and vendor to resolve escalated issues.

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) administrator for Public Works. Supervises departmental GIS staff tasking and supports operational needs for all GIS-consuming staff within the department. Works closely with IT to ensure ESRI ArcGIS software and solutions are appropriately and responsibly utilized in support of departmental goals.

Provides operational and technical support for software testing, upgrades, patches and products. Troubleshoots and test software configurations, interfaces, machine setup, and any related equipment / application in a client / server environment.

Works closely with IT Department to ensure enterprise security , server , and software versions and updates are compatible with existing and planned department infrastructure and business systems roadmap / upgrades. Identifies conflicts before services interruption and works closely with stakeholders to minimize / mitigate impacts.

Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) certifications IS-100 and IS-700 required or must be obtained within six months of date of hire.

Veterans Preference

In accordance with Florida Statute 295.07, F.S., Chapter 55A-7, priority consideration in employment will be given to eligible veterans and spouses of disabled veterans. Applicants claiming preference must provide a DD Form 214 or other acceptable documentation with their application. We are committed to honoring the service and sacrifices of our veterans and their families.

EEO / ADA Statement

Manatee County Government is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require any accommodations to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at 941-748-4501 x 3865.

Drug-Free Workplace

Manatee County Government is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida Law.

Emergency Response / Recovery Activities

All employees may be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location, and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.

Full Time Positions

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) :

• ComPsych- offers all employees and their family members with emotional, financial, legal, and work / life balance support.
• LAMP counselors available for personal support including emotional, substance abuse, marital, and financial issues.
• Five (5) free visits annually for employees and covered family members.

Wellbeing Benefits :

Miscellaneous Benefits :

Paid Time Off :

Vacation Award : Applies to employees regulary sceduled to work 8 hours per day / 40 hours per week.

Years of Service Vacation Days

0-5 16.25 days

6-10 19.50 days

11 22.75 days

Insurance :

Retirement :

Career Wellness :

Education Benefits :

Flexible Spending Account :

Permanent Part Time - Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) :

Miscellaneous Benefits :

Paid Time Off :

per pay-period basis, any work schedule less that this will be earned on

a pro-rated basis

VERY IMPORTANT - When answering supplemental questions about experience, education or certification, please be sure the information is reflected in the Education, Work Experience and Certificates and Licenses sections of your application.

Must include Monthly Salary, Name of Employer, Location, Phone Number and Duties for each employer in Work Experience.

Note : "See Resume" is not acceptable.

Identify all gaps not related to medical reasons.

If you are claiming Veteran's Preference, please check category of eligibility

Which level of education have you achieved?

How many years of progressively responsible work experience in the support of LAN / server-based systems, hardware, software, or business applications with primary focus on information systems administration or large-scale database administration do you have?

How many years of experience working on network operating systems do you have?

How many years of advanced experience using ESRI ArcGIS software (ArcPro, Server for ArcGIS, ArcGIS Desktop 10.x.x?

Describe your experience using ESRI ArcGIS Enterprise software, ensure it is visible in your resume or work history.

What is your skill level with Trimble Cityworks asset management software?

What is your skill level with SQL application?

What is your skill level with business intelligence reporting software such as Tableau, Microsoft PowerBI, SAP Crystal Reports, etc.?

Required Question

Salary : $67,835 - $105,116