SCADA Systems Specialist

City of Lauderhill; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Lauderhill is seeking a SCADA Systems Specialist to maintain, plan, develop, and program SCADA, HMI, RTU, and PLC software/hardware under the department director. Responsibilities include adding features to graphics and automation capabilities and ensuring reliable operation of control systems.

The role requires an associate degree and two years of SCADA experience, plus a Florida driver’s license. CJIS security training is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in computer science, software application, or other related field.
• Two (2) years’ experience working with public lift-stations and SCADA systems.
• Valid State of Florida Driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provides solutions to problems to maintain continuous operation of control computers and related hardware.
• Insures facilities and process control computers perform at optimal levels.
• Monitors data from SCADA systems and coordinates daily operations.

Skills

SCADA knowledge

Public lift-stations experience

Problem solving

Education

Associate’s degree in CS/Soft App or related field

Tools

SCADA software

Job description

General Statement of Job

The purpose of this position is to maintain, plan, develop, and program the SCADA, HMI, RTU, PLC software and hardware for the City under the general direction of the Department Director or designee. The position is responsible for technical work including adding features, enhancements and/or additions to the graphics and automation capabilities. Performs other related work as required.

Essential Functions

The following knowledge, skills, and abilities, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this position. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this description. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Provides solutions to problems to maintain continuous, effective, efficient, sale operation of all control computers and related communication hardware; exercises initiative and independent judgment.
• Insures DEES facilities, process control computers and related communications hardware are performing and operating at optimal levels.
• Monitors equipment and facility operations including water treatment control processes, collection and distribution computer systems, and radio-based SCADA computer systems.
• Coordinates daily operations of DEES facilities process control computers and communications; establishes operational policies for relay instructions and recommends procedural revisions to the Utility Operations and Maintenance Superintendent; provides information on pertinent Computer Control Systems as required.
• Initiates and directs process control computers, communication hardware, software and troubleshooting.
• Confers with and advises staff on difficult technical problems relating to assigned date processing functions.
• Works with other network, utility process and electrical personnel as needed.
• Receives, installs, configures, programs, develops and calibrates equipment.
• Conducts maintenance and upgrades industrial control equipment and software.
• Collaborates with support providers and MIS.
• Develops HMI graphics and equipment control functions.
• Troubleshoots and responds to emergencies to ensure that malfunctions are diagnosed and repaired.
• Understands, complies with applicable federal and state regulatory agency reporting and documentation requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum And Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in computer science, software application, or other related field; AND
• Two (2) years’ experience working with public lift-stations and SCADA systems; AND
• Valid State of Florida Driver’s license.

If no applicants meet the minimum qualifications, an equivalent combination of education, training, experience, and preferred qualifications may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Level III CJIS Security Training

Supplemental Questions

Please be sure to answer all supplemental questions thoroughly and completely. Please note that if you do not answer all the questions in its entirety, your application may not be further considered in the hiring process. If you have any difficulty understanding or completing the supplemental questions, please feel free to contact the Human Resources Department at 954-730-3090.

Please be advised: Proof of education level is required (copy of High School Diploma/GED or College Degree/transcript needs to be uploaded in PDF format to application). Any required licenses and or certifications for the position you are applying for must be submitted as well. If required documentation is not provided, the application will be incomplete and will not continue in the hiring process.

Applicant Screening

Due to the volume of applications the City receives, every applicant meeting the minimum qualifications cannot be guaranteed an interview. Applicants are selected for an interview based on education and work experience most closely matching the requirements of the position and may undergo additional selection and screening processes which may include an evaluation of training and experience, and written, oral and performance-based testing.

Drug and alcohol testing is conducted based upon City policy, Federal, State and Local requirements. The City of Lauderhill is an E-Verify employer.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: This class description does not constitute an employment agreement between the City of Lauderhill and an employee and is subject to change by the City as its needs and requirements change. The City of Lauderhill is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. 12101 et. seq.), the City of Lauderhill will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE: Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority in the City's hiring process. Certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.

Additional Requirements/Environmental Factors

Data Utilization

Requires the ability to evaluate, audit, deduce, and/or assess data and/or information using established criteria. Includes exercise of discretion in determining actual or probable consequences, and in referencing such evaluation to identify and select alternatives. The knowledge of the design, capabilities, operations and cost effectiveness of hardware utilized by DEES and in general, use in government and private business applications is required.

Human Interaction

Requires the ability to provide guidance, assistance, and/or interpretation to others on how to apply procedures and standards to specific situations. Requires ability to conduct training based on established techniques.

Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Materials Utilization

Requires the ability to operate and control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools and/or materials requiring complex and rapid adjustments.

Verbal Aptitude

Requires the ability to utilize a wide variety of reference and descriptive data and information.

Mathematical Aptitude

Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.

Functional Reasoning

Requires ability to apply principles of rational systems. Requires ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form. Ability to exercise independent judgment to adopt or modify methods and standards to meet variations in assigned objectives.

Situational Reasoning

Requires the ability to exercise the judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving evaluation of information against measurable or verifiable data.

Physical Ability

Tasks involve the ability to exert moderate, though not constant physical effort, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (12-20 pounds).

Sensory Requirements

Some tasks require visual perception and discrimination. Some tasks require oral communication ability.

Environmental Factors

Tasks may risk exposure to traffic hazards.

Confidential

01

Please select the highest level of education you have obtained:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree or higher
• None apply to me

02

In the space provided below, please write in which field your degree is in. If you do not have a degree, please write "N/A".

03

Please select the number of years of experience you have in public-lift stations and SCADA systems:

• I have one (1) year experience
• I have two (2) years experience
• I have three (3) or more years experience
• I do not have any experience

04

In the space provided below, please describe in detail your experience in public-lift stations and SCADA systems, where you have obtained your experience and in what capacity. Please note, "see resume" or "see application" is not a valid response and will not be considered.

05

Have you had Level III CJIS Security Training?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have - or are you eligible for - immediate issuance for a valid State of Florida driver's license?

• Yes
• No

07

Are you requesting Veterans’ Preference? If you are requesting Veterans’ Preference points, please upload a copy of your supporting documentation to the "Attachments" section by selecting 'Add supplemental attachment.' Veterans’ Preference points will be awarded only if all minimum requirements as listed on the Job Posting are met and supporting documentation is submitted at the time of application.

• No, I am not requesting Veterans’ Preference.
• Yes, I am a Disabled Veteran who served on active duty in any branch of the Armed Forces and who presently has an existing service-connected disability that is compensable under public laws administered by the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA), or am receiving compensation, disability retirement benefits, or pension by reason of public laws administered by the DVA and the Department of Defense (DoD). Please upload (1) DD Form 214 and (2) documentation from DoD or DVA establishing that you have a service-connected disability.
• Yes, I am the spouse of a Veteran who has a total and permanent service-connected disability; or who is missing in action, captured in line of duty by a hostile force, or detained or interned in line of duty by a foreign government or power. Please upload (1) an Award Letter stating that the Veteran is entitled to benefits under Chapter 35 from the VA or the DoD, (2) an identification card issued by the DoD, (3) evidence of marriage to the Veteran, and (4) a statement that you are still married to the Veteran at the time of application.
• Yes, I am a Wartime Veteran, who has served at least one day during that Wartime period as defined in section 1.01(14), F.S., or who has been awarded a campaign or expeditionary medal. Active duty for training shall not be allowed for eligibility under this category. Please upload (1) DD Form 214 confirming service during Wartime period.
• Yes, I am the un-remarried widow or widower of a Veteran who died of a service-connected disability. Please upload (1) documentation from the VA indicating the Veteran’s cause of death and (2) evidence of marriage to the Veteran at the time of death.
• Yes, I am the mother, father, legal guardian, or un-remarried widow or widower of a service member who died as a result of military service under combat-related conditions as verified by the DoD. Please upload (1) documentation from the DoD showing the death of service member while on-duty status under combat-related conditions or the DVA certifying the service-connected death of the Veteran and (2) evidence of marriage or court documents establishing the Guardianship.
• Yes, I am a Veteran as defined in section 1.01(14), F.S. The term “Veteran” is defined as a person who served in the active military, naval, or air service and who was discharged or released therefrom under honorable conditions only or who later received an upgraded discharge under honorable conditions. “Active Duty for Training” does not qualify for VP. Please upload (1) DD Form 214.
• Yes, I am a current member of any reserve component of the United States Armed Forces or The Florida National Guard. Please upload (1) a signed memorandum from their military supervisor confirming their Active status in the Reserves or Guard.

08

On the job posting that you are applying for, the hourly rate is listed as $38.1404. Would you consider this figure pending an in-person interview and successful completion of our pre-employment requirements?

• Yes
• No

09

The schedule for this position is Monday through Thursday, from 6:30am to 5:00pm totaling 37.5 hours per week. Do you have any scheduling conflicts that would prevent you from working the required schedule for this position?

• Yes
• No

10

The following is YES or NO question, meaning that it does not require you to specify “with” or “without.” Are you able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without a reasonable accommodation?

• Yes
• No

11

What was it about the SCADA Systems Specialist position in the Utilities Department at the City of Lauderhill that attracted you to apply?

12

Based on your review of the job description, what is your understanding of the essential functions of the SCADA Systems Specialist position?

13

Why are you considering leaving your current position? OR (If not currently employed) Why did you leave your most recent position?

• Required Question