IT Operations Analyst II

The work we do matters! Location: Lincoln, NE Hiring Rate: $30.986 Applications No Longer Accepted On: 08-26-2026 Location: Nebraska Emergency Management Agency, 2433 NW 24th Street, Lincoln NE Job Duties: Hardware and Software Support: Review and approve proposed hardware and software configurations Serve as vendor contact for PC hardware and software Recommend hardware and software replacement programs Research and define hardware requirements for computer operations System Administration: Establish and enforce client security practices Monitor work to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations and statutes Maintain and manage system inventory databases Research: Investigate and prepare recommendations on emerging technologies Participate in teams researching specific hardware or software solutions Test new hardware and software and provide deployment recommendations Maintain up to date knowledge of IT trends and industry direction Procurement: Maintain hardware and software inventory systems Recommend hardware and software standards for the organization Training: Provide informal technical training for infrastructure personnel Offer consultation on general technical issues and potential solutions Provide direction, training, and technical assistance to coworkers and agency staff General: Mentor and guide IT staff on assigned tasks Provide technical support on application development tools Assist in preparing the agency's IT plan and budget Prepare and deliver formal presentations Communicate with agency leadership regarding IT issues and projects Ensure proper documentation is created and maintained Starting hourly pay rate is $30.986. Requirements / Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: Associate Degree in Computer Science/IT and one year experience in a related area such as working with coding computer applications relational databases related business/technical experience involving application programming, software installation and maintenance, systems programming and online programming work. Any equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. Preferred: Experience with Juvare WebEOC, and Microsoft Products to include Active Directory, SharePoint and Teams. Other: Background/motor vehicle check will be required. Must have a valid driver's license. Knowledge Skills and Abilities Knowledge of database back and recovery systems; operating systems and platforms; commonly used query language, etc. Skill in writing computer programs for various purposes. Ability to read and understand information and ideas presented verbally and in writing; communicate information and ideas, both orally and in writing so others will understand. Benefits We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation. Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: Equal Opportunity Statement The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics. #J-18808-Ljbffr son