IT Engineer - Telecom

Pinal County; Florence (AZ); In loco; USD 70.000 - 110.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Pinal County seeks an IT professional to oversee the design, installation, and maintenance of information technology solutions across departments, focusing on security, reliability, and collaboration with vendors. You will analyze user needs, lead IT projects, train staff, and ensure compliance with public-sector standards.

Strong communication and problem-solving are essential for success in this on-site role.

Competenze

• Associate degree in IT or CS is required.
• 3 years of experience administering IT infrastructure systems.
• Terminal Operator Certification for ACJIS access.

Mansioni

• Supervise and coordinate implementation and maintenance of IT solutions.
• Analyze user requirements and design secure, reliable IT systems.
• Train department staff and provide technical support for hardware and software.
• Research, evaluate, and upgrade IT solutions to meet performance needs.
• Troubleshoot advanced IT problems and ensure data confidentiality.
• Promote accountability and teamwork in IT projects.

Conoscenze

Project management principles

Independent work

Formazione

Associate's degree in Computer Science or IT

ACJIS Terminal Operator Certification

Descrizione del lavoro

Serve Where You Live. Build a Career That Lasts.

Have you thought about what it means to truly make an impact close to home? Pinal County is growing, thriving, and looking for dedicated people who want to put their talents to work for their neighbors.

Choosing public service means choosing purpose and balance. We prioritize our employees through comprehensive compensation packages that look beyond the paycheck: exceptional retirement plans, generous time-off policies—including paid sabbaticals every five years—and dependable, budget-friendly benefits.

If you want work that gives back as much as you put in, Pinal County is ready for you. Explore the opening below to see how your skills align with our mission and check out our other open roles to find the right place for you on our team.

• An Employer that Values Each Employee and Prioritizes a Work Experience that Provides Ample Time for Stress Reduction and Work-Life Balance.
• Paid Vacation And Sick Leave
  • 15 Vacation Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One
    • After Three (3) Years of Service, 18 Vacation Days Accrued Annually
    • After Five (5) Years of Service, 20 Vacation Days Accrued Annually
  • 13 Sick Leave Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One
• Ten Paid Holidays+ One Paid Floating Holiday to Use as You Wish
• Paid Sabbaticals Every Five (5) Years
  • Two-Week Sabbatical After Five Years of Continuous Service
  • Three-Week Sabbatical After Ten Years of Continuous Service
  • Four-Week Sabbatical After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service
  • Four-Week Sabbaticals Every Five Years After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service
• Retirement Plans with Generous Employer Contributions - Guaranteed Lifetime Benefit!
• Variety of Top Tier Affordable Medical Plans - Six Different Medical Plans to Choose From
  • Some Medical Plans with Zero Employee Premium Cost
• Dental and Vision Plans
• Comprehensive Wellness Program
  • Quarterly Wellness Challenges
  • Vision Exams and Optometry Events Onsite
  • Vaccination Clinics
  • Onsite Mammogram and Prostate Screening Events
  • Skin Cancer Screening Events Onsite
  • Biometrics and Health Screening Events Onsite
  • Financial Health and Retirement Planning Events Onsite & Online
  • Fitness Resources and Onsite Sessions Like Yoga and Tai Chi
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Telehealth
• Qualified Employer - Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program - Department of Education
• Employee Assistance Program with Ongoing Training & Development Options
• Civil Service Leave
• Van Pool Options
• Short-Term Disability –Employer Paid
• Basic Life Insurance - Employer Paid
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Dependent Care and Medical Expenses
• Suite of Voluntary Benefits including additional Life, Accident, Critical Illness & Cancer Insurance

Working at Pinal County is an investment in YOU.

JOB SUMMARY

Perform technical work of considerable difficulty supervising and participating in the coordination, planning, design, installation, and maintenance of information technology solutions including computers, security, networking, processes, and facilities.

Work in this classification requires an individual to be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary classification functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this classification may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in this classification description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this description.

• Perform engineering studies involving the various components of information technology systems.
• Analyze user requirements and design and implement solutions regarding security, integrity, reliability, and functionality of the IT solution.
• Interact with co-workers and vendors to obtain and disseminate information.
• Advise on projects and coordinate activities.
• Train and provide technical support to department staff members and end users on hardware and software.
• Research, evaluate, recommend, install, maintain, and upgrade information technology solutions to ensure the desired performance.
• Perform troubleshooting to isolate, diagnose, and resolve advanced IT problems.
• Respond to the needs and questions of users concerning their access to IT.Maintain standards for installation and repair work with regard to the quality of materials, workmanship, and safety precautions exercised throughout the operation.
• Conduct surveys and feasibility studies.
• Prepare specifications and operational procedures of solutions and select, install, test, and accept components.
• Test, implement, and maintain integration hardware and software between operating systems.
• Read, interpret and apply the content of technical publications and manuals.
• To promote and adhere to the workplace values of accountability, commitment, and teamwork to help enrich lives beyond expectation.
• Maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, customer records, and restricted County information.
• Perform other related duties as required.

• Associate's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Three (3) years of experience administering IT infrastructure systems.
• Terminal Operator Certification for access to Arizona Criminal Justice Information System (ACJIS).
• Or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience may substitute for the minimum requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Arizona residents must have an Arizona Driver’s License upon hire; newly established Arizona Residents must have one within 30 days of hire.
• May be required to obtain additional specific skills training and technical certifications.

Special Requirements

• Successfully complete a thorough background investigation.

• Knowledge of project management principles, tools and techniques.
• Knowledge of Pinal County hardware, software, and infrastructure, including maintenance and integration issues.
• Knowledge of principles of IT infrastructure system development and systems integration in a public sector environment.
• Knowledge of database systems integration, system access, security guidelines, and quality assurance procedures.
• Skill in analyzing IT project issues, evaluating alternatives, and recommending methods, procedures, and techniques for resolution of complex operational issues.
• Skill in assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects, and demands and effectively distributing workload.
• Ability to work independently in a technical environment with interlinked and changing priorities.
• Ability to initiate, plan, execute, monitor, control, and close IT projects.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is medium and requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The work also requires the ability to climb, crawl, crouch, finger, feel, grasp, handle, reach, perform repetitive motion, kneel, lift, pull, push, speak, hear, stand, stoop, walk, operate motor vehicles, and demonstrate visual and mental acuity.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in a dynamic environment that requires the ability to be sensitive to change and responsive to changing goals, priorities, and needs.

The hiring salary for this position is dependent upon experience, qualifications and position funding; starting salaries above the first quartile require additional approval.

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS

We appreciate your interest in our employment opportunities. At Pinal County, we value professionalism and respect for others. If these values are not demonstrated throughout the application and interview process, we reserve the right to remove your candidacy from consideration, which may impact your future Pinal County applications.

Offers of employment are valid only if provided in writing and approved by Pinal County Human Resources.

All qualified candidates eligible to work in the United States are welcome to apply.

However, visa sponsorship is not available.

Pinal County does not participate in STEM Optional Practical Training (STEM OPT).

Work in this classification requires an individual to be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary classification functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this classification may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in this classification description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties, just as though they were actually written out in this description.