A Server Administrator oversees computer networks, ensures their efficiency by maintaining software updates, designing and implementing new system structures and monitoring server activity. Documents technical requirements, creates and implements a timetable for network maintenance, ensures security firewalls are updated regularly and remain fully functional.
Associate's Degree or higher in Computer Information Systems, Microcomputer Technology, or a related field, and two (2) years of computer hardware and software support experience with local area networks.
Licenses and Certifications :
Valid Texas Class "C" Driver's License or equivalent from another state by the date of appointment.
Special Requirements :
Applicants must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check within the first six months of hire and maintain CJIS eligibility. CJIS requirements are related to system access, and the following list of convictions and/or deferred adjudications will fail the CJIS background check and result in disqualification and/or termination of employment: Felony Convictions, Felony Deferred Adjudication, Class A or B Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication, Class A or B Misdemeanor convictions, an open arrest for any criminal offense (Felony or Misdemeanor), and family violence convictions. Under general supervision, provide primary client support in a networked personal computer environment. Install, diagnose, repair, maintain, and upgrade all hardware and related equipment while ensuring optimal workstation performance.
Involves:
Configuring personal computers with standard office applications and installing them at client locations. Assist with the preparation of reports and logs to statistically monitor PC performance. Accurately document hardware failure, repair, installation, and removal. Monitor and test PC performance and provide performance statistics and reports. Respond to incoming calls, pages, and/or e-mails regarding PC and/or hardware problems. Perform on-site analysis and diagnostics, and resolve complex PC problems. Recommend and implement corrective hardware solutions, including off-site repair as needed.
Involves:
Installing, configuring, testing, maintaining, monitoring, and troubleshooting associated end-user workstation software and networking software products. Recommend, schedule, and perform PC, hardware, and peripheral equipment improvements, upgrades, and repairs. Confer with higher-level staff in resolving complex hardware or software problems. Document all trouble reports in help desk software. Perform related duties as assigned.
Involves:
Substitute for the immediate supervisor or coworkers during temporary absences. Participate as a team member on projects.? For complete job specification, click here .
Note:
This is an unclassified contract position.
Please note:
Applicants with foreign diplomas, transcripts, and degrees must have all documents translated and evaluated by an agency of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) prior to submitting them to the Human Resources Department. Please visit www.naces.org/members for more information. This is a new advertisement for Support Services Specialist II. You must apply if you are still interested in this position. A résumé and/or other documents will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Comments such as "See résumé" are not acceptable and will result in the application being considered incomplete. To qualify for this position, the required education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be clearly stated on your application's employment history. We do not use any information on your resume to review if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Failure to fully detail all experience and job duties in the application, or copying/pasting directly from the job specification, or responses referring to your résumé will eliminate you from consideration for the position.
