IT Director

Job Summary:

The purpose of this administrative position is to manage the Information Technology Department for Wapello County, to develop and maintain the policies and procedures for the counties’ computer networks, and Internet. These policies and procedures will be in accordance with accepted practices. This position will order and install new software releases, authorize the linking of independent systems to the county network, and authorize any wiring needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• HIPAA Security Officer
• Manages the IT operations
• Monitor computer operations
• Observe network operation and monitor networks for errors.
• Install or oversee installation of terminals, county employee workstations and printers throughout the networks
• Analyze county employee workstations and printer problems and take appropriate corrective action.
• When malfunctions occur on computer systems or on the network, identify the problem and implement an appropriate course of action including correcting the problem, or contacting computer maintenance or programming personnel
• Setup county employee workstations, hardware and peripherals: install software on county employee
• workstations, respond to trouble calls, analyze problems with software and hardware and take appropriate
• action to correct problems.
• Be available for trouble calls after business hours.
• Assist users in a timely manner by responding to questions regarding computer hardware and software.
• Maintain records of software inventory.
• Keep accurate records of hardware inventory and locations.
• Perform daily, weekly and monthly backups, and maintain magnetic media.
• Perform data entry when required.
• Work with vendors in the installation and update of software and hardware.
• Perform and or monitor timely installation of software updates.
• Provide assistance to users on software currently in use by county offices.
• Maintain a working knowledge of current technology trends and practices relating to County Government.
• 1Manage County E-Mail Accounts.
• Assist County Offices in obtaining information from the internet.
• Maintain and install user accounts.
• Order and maintain computer supplies.
• When required clean computer equipment and peripherals.
• Prepare and manage a yearly budget.
• Install or oversee installation of wiring for network connections.
• Oversee and manage maintenance contracts on all County computer equipment including peripherals.
• Prepare requests for proposals and coordinate bids for data processing equipment and software when
• applicable.
• 28. Make recommendations on the selection of data processing equipment and software
• Provide information and training to Departments and agencies regarding common cyberthreats and avoidance methods as requested by Department heads.

Qualifications

Must possess a valid driver’s license and proof of insurance liability coverage. The position may require the occasional use of private vehicle for official business.

Must pass a background check

Technical

• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to understand various computer technologies and concepts.
• Expertise or knowledge of various applications such as Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and others.
• Basic typing/keyboarding skills.
• Have an understanding of all current Microsoft desktop and server operating systems.
• Have an understanding of Microsoft Hyper V
• Have an understanding of TCP/IP networking.
• Have an aptitude to learn various network technologies and their relationship to proper operations of a network environment.
• Have an aptitude to learn and understand the various roles components of desktops, workstations, and servers, including hardware, operating systems, and software applications.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $80,000 - $100,000