Information Systems Specialist I/II/III/IV

The County of Siskiyou is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer We welcome applicants of any race, religion or ancestry. For exact salary information please refer to the current salary schedule, County website . Information Systems Specialist I $26.43

• $33.75 Information Systems Specialist II $28.91
• $36.92 Information Systems Specialist III $31.61
• $40.38 Information Systems Specialist IV $34.24
• $43.

72 Information Systems Specialist I Under general supervision, to assist with development of computerized information systems for all County departments or with an assigned County department; to maintain database systems; to assist with integration of database systems with other information systems; to facilitate and assist with the development of computer networks within the County and other entities; to provide support and training for other personnel on the use of databases, computer networks, and information systems; and to do related work as required. This classification is a for cause, non-exempt position. Distinguishing Characteristics This is the entry and first working level in the Information Systems Specialist class series. Incumbents perform basic computerized information system and computer network development and maintenance work with some guidance and supervision. This class is distinguished from Information Systems Specialist II in that Information Systems Specialist II is the journey level with incumbents performing a broader range of assignments under less supervision. Incumbents in this class may be routinely promoted to Information Systems Specialist II if they demonstrate continued advancement and development of skills and knowledge in working with department and County information systems and networks. Positions are generally allocated in this series based on the complexity of the computerized information systems and networks which they develop and regularly maintain, as well as the level of incumbent skills and knowledge. This classification may be flexibly staffed, if allocated to the hiring department as flexibly staffed. Information Systems Specialist II Under general direction, to be responsible for computerized information systems with an assigned County department; to develop, manage, and maintain database systems; to integrate database systems with other information systems; to facilitate and assist with the development of computer networks within the County and other entities; to provide support and training for other personnel on the use of databases, computer networks, and information systems; and to do related work as required. This classification is a for cause, non-exempt position. Distinguishing Characteristics This is the journey level in the Information Systems Specialist class series. Incumbents perform a variety of complex computerized information system and computer network development and maintenance work with minimal guidance and supervision. This class is distinguished from Information Systems Specialist I in that Information Systems Specialist I is the entry and first working level with incumbents performing a narrower range of assignments under closer supervision. This class is distinguished from Information Systems Specialist III in that Information Systems Specialist III is the advanced journey level with incumbents being given the most complex work assignments and responsibility for regularly working with external on-line systems, as well as County information systems and networks. Positions are generally allocated in this series based on the complexity of the computerized information systems and networks which they develop and regularly maintain, as well as the level of incumbent skills and knowledge. This classification may be flexibly staffed, if allocated to the hiring department as flexibly staffed. Information Systems Specialist III Under general direction, to be responsible for computerized information systems for the County and/or assigned department; to serve as the primary resource for all County department management or assigned department management on the use and development of data processing equipment and software; to develop, manage, and maintain database systems and on-line information systems; to integrate database systems with other information systems; to facilitate and assist with the development of computer networks within the County and other entities; to provide support and training for other personnel on the use of databases, computer networks, and information systems; and to do related work as required. This classification is a for cause, non-exempt position. Distinguishing Characteristics This is the advanced journey level in the Information Systems Specialist class series. Incumbents perform a variety of complex computerized information system and computer network development and maintenance work with minimal guidance and supervision. In addition, they are responsible for integration of County data processing services with external, on-line systems and serving as the primary resource for all county or assigned department's management on the utilization and development of data processing equipment and software. This class is distinguished from Information Systems Specialist II by the performance of a broader range of more complex work, including a higher level of responsibility for working with external on-line systems, and exercising a higher level of authority in serving as the County and/or assigned department's primary data processing resource. Positions are generally allocated in this series based on the complexity of the computerized information systems and networks which they develop and regularly maintain, as well as the level of incumbent skills and knowledge. This classification may be flexibly staffed, if allocated to the hiring department as flexibly staffed. Information Systems Specialist IV Under general direction, to be responsible for computerized information systems for all County departments or with an assigned county department; to serve as the primary resource for all County department management or assigned department management on the use and development of data processing equipment and software; to develop, manage, and maintain database systems and on-line information systems; to integrate database systems with other information systems; to facilitate and assist with the development of computer networks within the County and other entities; to provide support and training for other personnel on the use of databases, computer networks, and information systems; and to do related work as required. This classification is a for cause, non-exempt position. Distinguishing Characteristics This is the top advanced journey level and lead in the Information Systems Specialist class series. Incumbents independently perform the most complex computerized information system and computer network development and maintenance work. This class is distinguished from Information Systems Specialist III by the high level performance of a broader range of the most complex work. Positions are generally allocated in this series based on the complexity of the computerized information systems and networks which they develop and regularly maintain, as well as the level of incumbent skills and knowledge. This classification may be flexibly staffed, if allocated to the hiring department as flexibly staffed. All Position Reports To Department Management and/or Director of Information Technology, Deputy Director of Information Technology. Classifications Supervised Incumbents may provide work direction, training, and coordination for other staff.

Information Systems Specialist I Essential Duties:

Performs basic work in the development and maintenance of computerized information systems and networks; develops systems and applications to enhance the accomplishment of County and department functions and services; coordinates the county or assigned department's data processing functions to ensure that quality of input and output are met; may program applications and modify existing programs to facilitate system operations and efficiency; installs and formats packaged software for stand-alone personal computers and/or networks; may have responsibility for the management and maintenance of data processing equipment for all County departments or assigned department; provides technical advice on computerized information system uses and applications to department management and staff; trains others in the use of data processing equipment and systems; establishes controls related to use of data processing equipment and software for all County departments or assigned department; assists with and facilitates the development of computer networks; works with the Director of Information Technology in the development and utilization of computer services; represents the County or assigned Department's computer services and system with other County departments and government agencies.

Knowledge of:

Basic knowledge of electronic data processing theory, principles, and practices and their application to computerized information system development and maintenance. Development and use of computer networks and communications systems. Basic knowledge of the utilization of database applications. Principles of work direction, work coordination, and training.

Desired skills:

Maintain, and modify computerized information systems, including networks and database applications. Train users in the use of computer equipment and software. Analyze County or assigned Department's data processing needs and assist with development applications to meet those needs. Monitor and maintain existing systems to insure the accuracy and timeliness of information received. Analyze software problems and facilitate corrections. Identify hardware malfunctions and facilitate repairs. Prepare a variety of reports. Gather, organize, analyze, and present a variety of information. Make mathematical calculations quickly and accurately. Effectively represent County and/or assigned department computer services with other staff and agencies. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. Information Systems Specialist II Essential duties: Performs complex work in the development and maintenance of computerized information systems and networks; develops systems and applications to enhance the accomplishment of County and department functions and services; coordinates the County or assigned department's data processing functions to ensure that quality of input and output are met; may program applications and modify existing programs to facilitate system operations and efficiency; installs and formats packaged software for stand-alone personal computers and/or networks; has responsibility for the management and maintenance of data processing equipment for all County departments or assigned department; provides technical advice on computerized information system uses and applications to department management and staff; trains others in the use of data processing equipment and systems; establishes controls related to use of data processing equipment and software for all County departments or assigned department; assists with and facilitates the development of computer networks; works with the Director of Information Technology in the development and utilization of computer services; represents the County or assigned Department's computer services and system with other County departments and government agencies.

Knowledge of:

Electronic data processing theory, principles, and practices and their application to computerized information system development and maintenance. Development and use of computer networks and communications systems. Principles and methods of programming and systems analysis. Development of database applications. Conversion and development of applications and services to electronic data processing. Principles of work direction, work coordination, and training.

Desired skills:

Develop, implement, maintain, and modify computerized information systems, including networks and database applications. Train users in the use of computer equipment and software. Analyze the County or assigned Department data processing needs and develop applications to meet those needs. Develop documentation and user manuals for systems and software. Monitor and maintain existing systems to insure the accuracy and timeliness of information received. Analyze software problems and facilitate corrections. Identify hardware malfunctions and facilitate repairs. Prepare a variety of reports. Gather, organize, analyze, and present a variety of information. Make mathematical calculations quickly and accurately. Effectively represent County and/or assigned department computer services with other staff and agencies. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. Information Systems Specialist III Essential duties: Performs complex work in the development and maintenance of computerized information systems, on-line information systems, and networks; develops systems and applications to enhance the accomplishment of County and department functions and services; coordinates the county or assigned department's data processing functions to ensure that quality of input and output are met; may program applications and modify existing programs to facilitate system operations and efficiency; installs and formats packaged software for stand-alone personal computers and/or networks; has responsibility for the management and maintenance of data processing equipment for all County departments or assigned department; provides technical advice on computerized information system uses and applications to department management and staff, serving as the primary management resource for the development of all county or assigned department's equipment, services, and software; trains others in the use of data processing equipment and systems; establishes controls related to use of data processing equipment and software for all County departments or assigned department; assists with and facilitates the development of computer networks; works with the Director of Information Technology in the development and utilization of computer services; represents the County or assigned Department's computer services and system with other County departments and government agencies, including coordination of department and statewide on-line systems.

Knowledge of:

Electronic data processing theory, principles, and practices and their application to computerized information system development and maintenance. Development and use of computer networks and communications systems. Principles and methods of programming and systems analysis. Development of database applications and use of database application languages. Conversion and development of applications and services to electronic data processing. Principles of work direction, work coordination, and training.

Desired skills:

Serve as the County or assigned department's primary resource on the utilization and development of data processing equipment and software. Develop, implement, maintain, and modify computerized information systems, including networks, on-line systems, and database applications. Train users in the use of computer equipment and software. Analyze county/department data processing needs and develop applications to meet those needs. Develop documentation and user manuals for systems and software. Monitor and maintain existing systems to insure the accuracy and timeliness of information received. Work with and use database application and specialized system languages. Analyze software problems and facilitate corrections. Identify hardware malfunctions and facilitate repairs. Prepare a variety of reports. Gather, organize, analyze, and present a variety of information. Make mathematical calculations quickly and accurately. Effectively represent County and department computer services with other staff and agencies. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. Information Systems Specialist IV Essential duties: Performs the most complex, expert and specialized work in the development and maintenance of computerized information systems, on-line information systems, and networks; Provide expert design, improvement and/or architecture in specialty area(s) or on a specialized system; Provide technical leadership in developing and implementing highly complex technical projects, including reviewing and approving plans, staffing and schedules; resolve unique or non-routine problems; define and/or approve technical requirements and specifications for new systems, applications, revisions, projects and/or services; review and approve contracts, requests for proposals and requests for information for technical feasibility; provide expert level consultation to internal or external customers; serve as top technical resource for working with vendors; analyze short-term and long-term IT strategies; design cost effective solutions; produce cost-benefit analyses, alternative analyses and feasibility studies for IT involved projects; make technical recommendations to management on new technologies, major upgrades or enhancements; perform complex systems engineering involving multiple technologies and integration tools coordinate/facilitate projects; provide technical leadership, coach/train senior and other technical staff, and provide project leadership on an ongoing basis; lead the development of technical standards, policies and procedures. Work with other County departments and divisions on strategic planning and achieving major objectives; Train new staff on IT related Agency systems. Develops systems and applications to enhance the accomplishment of County and department functions and services; coordinates data processing functions to ensure that quality of input and output are met for all County departments or assigned department; may program applications and modify existing programs to facilitate system operations and efficiency; installs and formats packaged software for stand-alone personal computers and/or networks; has responsibility for the management and maintenance of data processing equipment in for all County department's or assigned department; provides technical advice on computerized information system uses and applications to all County departments or assigned department management and staff, serving as the primary management resource for the development of all County departments or assigned department's equipment, services, and software; trains others in the use of data processing equipment and systems; establishes controls related to use of data processing equipment and software for all County departments or assigned department; assists with and facilitates the development of computer networks; works with the Director of Information Technology in the development and utilization of computer services; represents the County or assigned department's computer services and system with other County departments and government agencies, including coordination of department and statewide on-line systems.

Knowledge of:

Electronic data processing theory, principles, and practices and their application to computerized information system development and maintenance. Development and use of computer networks and communications systems. Principles and methods of programming and systems analysis. Development of database applications and use of database application languages. Conversion and development of applications and services to electronic data processing. Principles of work direction, work coordination, and training.

Desired Skills:

Serve as the County or assigned department's primary resource on the utilization and development of data processing equipment and software. Develop, implement, maintain, and modify computerized information systems, including networks, on-line systems, and database applications. Train users in the use of computer equipment and software. Analyze county/department data processing needs and develop applications to meet those needs. Develop documentation and user manuals for systems and software. Monitor and maintain existing systems to insure the accuracy and timeliness of information received. Work with and use database application and specialized system languages. Analyze software problems and facilitate corrections. Identify hardware malfunctions and facilitate repairs. Prepare a variety of reports. Gather, organize, analyze, and present a variety of information. Make mathematical calculations quickly and accurately. Effectively represent County and department computer services with other staff and agencies. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

Typical Qualifications:

Any combination of training or experience that would provide the knowledge and skills to successfully perform the listed duties is qualifying. A typical way, but not required, to obtain the required knowledge and skills would be: Information Systems Specialist I

• Previous training and/or work experience with computer hardware, software, and computerized information systems at a level to facilitate quick learning of County and department systems and software is necessary. Information Systems Specialist II
• Two years of responsible computerized information work experience comparable to that of an Information System Specialist I with Siskiyou County. Information Systems Specialist III
• Two to three years of responsible computerized information work experience comparable to that of an Information System Specialist II with Siskiyou County. Information Systems Specialist IV
• Five years of responsible computerized information work experience comparable to that of an Information System Specialist III with Siskiyou County.

Special Requirements:

None. Typical Physical Requirements Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; lift and move objects weighing up to 25 lbs.; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment, including computer, telephone, calculator, copiers, and FAX. Typical Working Conditions Work is performed in an office environment; continuous contact with other staff.