OPERATING SYSTEMS PROGRAMMER I - 71001794

Requisition No: 883466 

Agency: Department of Law Enforcement

Working Title: OPERATING SYSTEMS PROGRAMMER I - 71001794

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 71001794 

Salary: $49,667.54 

Posting Closing Date: 09/27/2026 

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OPERATING SYSTEMS PROGRAMMER I

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES

PRODUCTION SYSTEMS / DATA CENTER OPERATIONS

**Open-Competitive Opportunity**

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of the Data Processing Manager, this position is responsible for maintaining ITS server availability to our customers 99% of the time, excluding required preventative maintenance, including agency mission-critical systems which pertain to public and officer safety.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Specific duties include:

• Performing installation, support and maintenance of system hardware and software;
• Providing lifecycle maintenance and support for Software programs managed by OSA;
• Consulting with customers, peers, and management to conduct information assessments in order to determine business needs and to define system requirements. Provide consulting services both internally and externally to FDLE and other state agencies;
• Providing support of system software through diagnosis of problems and implementation of changes to resolve problems and maintain software at the most current level;
• Performing regular monitoring routines to ensure that systems are available;
• Developing and implement specialized programs, routines, and systems designs to supplement and enhance system software;
• Providing professional advice and guidance relative to the effective use of information technology to support FDLE programs; and
• Providing professional training to ITS staff as needed on applications and systems in the incumbent’s areas of responsibility.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of the Red Hat Enterprise Linux operating system, specifically the currently supported and available versions;
• Knowledge of best security strategies related to operating systems;
• Knowledge of permissions, owners, groups and how they all interact and function in the Linux operating system environment;
• Knowledge of computer operations procedures and systems;
• Knowledge of backup methodologies, procedures and ITS policies regarding the management of backups;
• Ability to support Java-based web applications;
• Ability to support current JBoss Enterprise Application Platform products, and other specialized JBoss products;
• Ability to prepare program specifications and requirements, troubleshoot complex problems and work flows;
• Ability to process information logically; and
• Ability to interpret technical information relating to network operating systems and other areas of data processing. 

Note:   Responses to qualifying questions must be clearly supported by the state application and any omission, falsification, or misrepresentation in the answering of the qualifying questions will be cause for immediate elimination from the selection process.

BASE SALARY:

• $49,667.54

HOW YOU WILL GROW:

FDLE recognizes the importance of growth and success while fostering a family-oriented work environment. We encourage our members to seek opportunities for professional growth through training, team building, and mentoring. Our four Fundamental Values of Service, Integrity, Respect and Quality will guide you as you embark on a lifelong career at FDLE.

OUR SALARY & BENEFITS:

Starting salary will be the minimum of the class pay range, unless otherwise dictated by FDLE’s pay policy. FDLE is a State of Florida Employer and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• State of Florida Tuition Waiver Program;
• Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave;
• HMO and PPO health insurance options with premiums starting as low as $50 per month;
• $25,000 in automatic life insurance coverage;
• Multiple supplemental insurance options including: dental, vision, disability and more;
• Paid maternity leave and parental leave following the birth or adoption of a child;
• Pension and investment retirement plan options; and
• Tax deferred medical and child care reimbursement accounts.

ABOUT OUR AGENCY:

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) employs more than 2,000 members statewide – either at headquarters in Tallahassee or in one of seven regional operations centers (ROCs). Our mission is to promote public safety and strengthen domestic security. Click here for additional information about FDLE.

HIRING PROCESS:

You will be evaluated for this job based on your previous knowledge and experience. Additional reviews may be performed to screen for preferred qualifications, experience and education. Your qualifications will be based on knowledge, skills, and abilities and other elements relevant to this position supported by the information in your application. Qualifying questions will only be credited if verifiable by the information provided on your application including specifically required software/computer skills. You may be contacted to participate in a selection process which may consist of written exercises, work samples, skills tests, interviews, drug screen and fingerprinting. You may be notified by email to participate in a selection process. Failure to reply within a designated timeframe may exclude you from further consideration. Future vacancies may be filled from this position advertisement.

BACKGROUND:

FDLE requires an extensive background process of all recommended applicants. The elements of a background include: financial credit check, criminal history of applicant and applicant’s immediate family or roommates, personal references, employment and education verifications (which includes official transcript(s)), drug screen and fingerprinting. This information will be utilized to make the final hiring decision.

NOTES:

Preference will be given to current FDLE members who have satisfactorily completed at least six months of the probationary period for their current position.

REMINDERS:

1. Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: .
2. If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be cancelled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement. 

The State of Florida hires only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center View phone number on us.fitly.work). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.