Help Desk Specialist

Job TitlePerforms intermediate technical and administrative support work supporting the information technology services department, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Information Technology Services Deputy Director.Position ResponsibilitiesThese are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.Manages network communications equipment, such as routers, switches and VPN devices.Manages the Nutanix virtual environment, including server set up and performance monitoring.Installs, sets up, and manages servers, Microsoft SQL databases, network security, email server, virus protection and spam control URL filtering for web access, and backup of data on server.Installs and sets up of new personal computers and workstations, including software.Assists in the evaluation and recommendation of software for specialized applications.Manages and responds to help desk requests.Designs, develops and implements web pages on our SharePoint and public facing webserver.Provides problem diagnosis and resolution for network, PC and printer users.Provides guidance, training and technical assistance to county staff.Provides training, support and maintenance for software packages.Participates in managing network/telecommunication system upgrade, expansions and equipment exchange.Creates and revises forms and spreadsheets, databases and files.Maintains inventory of hardware and software; installs/tests additional communications cabling drops throughout County facilities, as needed.Performs assigned functions as a Disaster Ready Team (DRT) member, if appointed or volunteers.Other duties as assigned.QualificationsAbility to handle and process confidential and privileged information; thorough knowledge of the operation, uses and capabilities of technology equipment; thorough knowledge of hardware and software procedures and techniques; thorough knowledge of standard office practices, procedures, equipment and office assistance techniques; thorough knowledge of business English, spelling and arithmetic; thorough knowledge of the organization and functions of the department and of general administrative policies and practices; general knowledge of systems analysis and networking; ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions; ability to analyze software programs and make adjustments; ability to keep office records and to prepare accurate reports from file sources; ability to perform and organize work independently; ability to prepare effective correspondence independently; ability to operate standard office equipment including personal computer and knowledge of applicable software packages; ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public; ability to perform moderately complex accounting and bookkeeping projects in accordance with accepted accounting principles.Education, Experience, and Special RequirementsAssociates/Technical degree with coursework in information systems, business administration, communications, or related field and considerable experience in information technology, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Bachelor's degree preferred.Preferred Qualifications Net+, A+, Sec+, or related certifications Valid Drivers LicensePhysical Requirements This work requires the frequent exertion of up to 10 pounds of force and occasional exertion of up to 25 pounds of force; work regularly requires sitting, speaking or hearing, using hands to finger, handle or feel and repetitive motions, frequently requires standing, walking, pushing or pulling and lifting and occasionally requires climbing or balancing and stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling; work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word and to convey detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, using of measuring devices, operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surroundings and activities; work has no exposure to environmental conditions; work is generally in a very quiet location (e.g. park trail, storage or file room).Salary will be determined based on qualifications, internal equity, budget, and market considerations. In order to be considered for this position, your final transcript showing the date that your degree was awarded and/or any required certificates or licenses must be uploaded with your application, even if you are a current employee or we have received it with a previous application.