Server Application Specialist - Public Safety Systems (COUNTYWIDE PROMOTION ONLY)

Salary : $57,909.00 - $89,759.00 Annually
Location : 31 N. Pinal St. Bldg A Florence, AZ 85132, AZ
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202600318
Department: Information Technology
Opening Date: 06/16/2026
Closing Date: 6/29/2026 11:59 PM Arizona


Description
What are you seeking in a new position? If you're like many others, doing something meaningful is important to you. How about work/life balance? Affordable healthcare? Comprehensive well-being programs? An excellent retirement plan with significant employer contributions?


If you answered "yes" to these questions, keep reading. You can find it all right here in Pinal County. It might be time for a change of scenery, where you can make a difference and benefit from an employer who cares for and values its people.


Pinal County proudly invests in the future of our 2000 employees every day, and we have the best team! We offer a wide range of impressive benefits, including retirement plans that are among the best Arizona has to offer! Just take a look:

• An Employer that Values Each Employee and Prioritizes a Work Experience that Provides Ample Time for Stress Reduction and Work-Life Balance.
• Paid Vacation And Sick Leave
  • 15 Vacation Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One
    • After Three (3) Years of Service, 18 Vacation Days Accrued Annually
    • After Five (5) Years of Service, 20 Vacation Days Accrued Annually
  • 13 Sick Leave Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One
• Ten Paid Holidays + One Paid Floating Holiday to Use as You Wish
• Paid Sabbaticals Every Five (5) Years
  • Two-Week Sabbatical After Five Years of Continuous Service
  • Three-Week Sabbatical After Ten Years of Continuous Service
  • Four-Week Sabbatical After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service
  • Four-Week Sabbaticals Every Five Years After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service
• Retirement Plans with Generous Employer Contributions - Guaranteed Lifetime Benefit!
• Variety of Top Tier Affordable Medical Plans - Six Different Medical Plans to Choose From
  • Some Medical Plans with Zero Employee Premium Cost
• Dental and Vision Plans
• Comprehensive Wellness Program
  • Quarterly Wellness Challenges
  • Vision Exams and Optometry Events Onsite
  • Vaccination Clinics
  • Onsite Mammogram and Prostate Screening Events
  • Skin Cancer Screening Events Onsite
  • Biometrics and Health Screening Events Onsite
  • Financial Health and Retirement Planning Events Onsite & Online
  • Fitness Resources and Onsite Sessions Like Yoga and Tai Chi
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Telehealth
• Qualified Employer - Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program - Department of Education
• Employee Assistance Program with Ongoing Training & Development Options
• Civil Service Leave
• Van Pool Options
• Short-Term Disability - Employer Paid
• Basic Life Insurance - Employer Paid
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Dependent Care and Medical Expenses
• Suite of Voluntary Benefits including additional Life, Accident, Critical Illness & Cancer Insurance

Working at Pinal County is an investment in YOU.


Apply today and find out why Pinal County is more than just a job.
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**PLEASE NOTE: This is an internal promotion opportunity for current Pinal County employees only.

You must be a current employee to be considered for this position.**
JOB SUMMARY
Keep all critical systems up and operational, ensure that server hardware, software, and databases are current and operational, oversee and implement new software/hardware, and assist in day-to-day problems that may occur to the staff or users including creation of new users.

TYPICAL CLASSIFICATION ESSENTIAL DUTIES


Work in this classification requires an individual to be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary classification functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this classification may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in this classification description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this description.

• Performs server and application maintenance and updates as specified by vendors and industry standards; work includes use of a variety of management, development and support tools for server applications.
• Researches new and applicable items for use with County projects, enhancements or existing applications.
• Performs project management, development, enhancements, implementation, modifications, and documentation of County and IT Department projects.
• Provides Tier 3 and Tier 4 support functions and issue resolution for existing enterprise level applications.
• Create knowledgebase articles describing steps and procedures.
• Provides training on application enhancements, modifications, and implementations of County and department projects.
• May perform special projects, including project management, system integration, system implementation, software development, workflow configuration, and application configuration.
• Maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, customer records, and restricted County information.
• Serves as the "Subject Matter Expert" for applications and systems assigned.
• Communicates with supervisor for any change management requirements.
• Provide quality, timely, and consistent customer service.
• Performs related duties as required or assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK

• Associate's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
• One year of experience in network server applications support;
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Arizona residents must have an Arizona Driver's License upon hire; newly established Arizona Residents must have one within 30 days of hire.

Special Requirements:

• Must pass a thorough background investigation.
• For ACJIS users - must pass a thorough background investigation and background re-investigation every 5 years.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Administrative knowledge and experience of Motorola Flex, JMS, RMS, CAD
• Microsoft SQL and SSRS experience
• Ctree database administration experience
• Must obtain ACJIS Certification

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Ability to effective communicate orally and in writing
• Maintenance procedures and standards for software applications, hardware and infrastructure
• Capabilities of computer systems, including networked environments and specialized software applications
• Network system access and security guidelines and standards
• Ability to effective communicate orally and in writing
• Maintenance procedures and standards for software applications, hardware and infrastructure
• Advanced knowledge of Powershell for server setup, management and troubleshooting, SQL automation, Active Directory, as well as mass functions/updates
• Advanced knowledge of computer systems, including networked and virtualized environments and specialized software applications
• Network system access and security guidelines and standards per Pinal County policies and procedures
• Knowledge of Linux Server environments and administration
• Knowledge of SCCM packages, deployments and administration

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Independent body mobility to stand, walk, bend, and sit for prolonged periods of time and/or drive a vehicle. Manual dexterity to reach, and grasp; manual dexterity to hand write or use computer keyboard; vision sufficient to see/read; hear and speak to communicate with customers in person and over the phone. Position is located in an indoor office environment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:


Work is performed in a dynamic environment that requires the ability to be sensitive to change and responsive to changing goals, priorities, and needs.
The hiring salary for this position is dependent upon experience, qualifications and position funding; starting salaries above the midpoint require additional approval.
NOTICE TO APPLICANTS
We appreciate your interest in our employment opportunities. At Pinal County, we value

professionalism and respect for others. If these values are not demonstrated throughout the application and interview process, we reserve the right to remove your candidacy from consideration,


which may impact your future Pinal County applications.
Offers of employment are valid only if provided in writing and approved by Pinal County Human Resources.
All qualified candidates eligible to work in the United States are welcome to apply.


However, visa sponsorship is not available.


Pinal County does not participate in STEM Optional Practical Training (STEM OPT).
Pinal County requires pre-employment screening, which includes a Motor Vehicle Record check, a comprehensive background check (encompassing employment, education, and criminal history), and drug testing for safety-sensitive roles. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify candidates from employment. Employment offers are contingent on successful pre-employment screening. If driving is a requirement of the position, you must have a valid Arizona State Driver's License in accordance with Arizona State Law.
Work in this classification requires an individual to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary classification functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this classification may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in this classification description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties, just as though they were actually written out in this description.
Pinal County offers some of the best benefits in Arizona! We offer a wide range of employee benefits. You can details about our organizations benefit program or you can review the list below:

• An Employer that Values Each Employee and Prioritizes a Work Experience that Provides Ample Time for Stress Reduction and Work Life Balance.
• Paid Vacation And Sick Leave
  • 15 Vacation Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One
    
    • After Three (3) Years of Service 18 Vacation Days Accrued Annually
    • After Five (5) Years of Service 20 Vacation Days Accrued Annually
• Ten Paid Holidays + One Paid Floating Holiday to Use as You Wish
• 13 Sick Leave Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One
• Paid Sabbaticals Every Five (5) Years
  
  • Two Week Sabbatical After Five Years of Continuous Service
  • Three Week Sabbatical After Ten Years of Continuous Service
  • Four Week Sabbatical After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service
  • Four Week Sabbaticals Every Five Years After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service
• Retirement Plans with Generous Employer Contributions - Guaranteed Lifetime Benefit!
• Top Tier Affordable Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
  
  • Insure your whole family on a PPO plan for as low as $57.94/mo.
  • Insure you and your children on a PPO plan for ZERO premium cost
• Comprehensive Wellness Program
  
  • Onsite Mammogram and Prostate Screening Events
  • Skin Cancer Screening Events Onsite
  • Biometrics and Health Screening Events Onsite
  • Financial Health and Retirement Planning Events Onsite & Online
  • Fitness Resources and Onsite Sessions Like Yoga and Tai Chi
  • Quarterly Well Challenges
  • Vaccination Clinics Onsite
  • Vision Exams and Optometry Events Onsite
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Telehealth
• Qualified Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program through the Dept of Education
• Employee Assistance Program with Ongoing Training & Development Options
• Civil Service Leave
• VanPool Options
• Short-Term Disability - Employer Paid
• Basic Life Insurance - Employer Paid
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Dependent Care and Medical Expenses
• Suite of Voluntary Benefits including additional Life, Accident, Critical Illness & Cancer Insurance