Senior System Administrator - Sheriff

Sedgwick County; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government agency in Wichita, Kansas is seeking a qualified individual to manage public safety applications used by the Sheriff's Office. The role involves overseeing operations, training staff on software use, and ensuring efficient data management. Candidates should have prior experience in law enforcement and proficiency in Microsoft applications. This is a full-time position with a competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid leave

Retirement plans

Qualifications

• 3 years experience in law enforcement with knowledge of legal documents.
• Experience with records management systems essential.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft products required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the operation of applications in the Tyler Public Safety Systems.
• Train staff on the use of the software and manage data.
• Monitor and resolve application issues in collaboration with IT.

Skills

Experience in law enforcement

Proficient in Microsoft Suite

Knowledge of legal documents

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems or related field

Job description

Overview

Department: Operations-KPER

Pay:$63,065.60 annually

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am to 5pm

Sedgwick County offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes health coverages, paid leave, regular compensation reviews, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities. For more detailed information, please visit our benefits page at SCBenefits.

Oversees the operation of various applications in the Tyler Public Safety Systems used by the Sheriff’s Office and other Sedgwick County Public Safety departments. This includes understanding roles and permissions within the organization and how they correspond to each other. This position has an understanding of the Sheriff’s Office functions, goals, and work processes. They also train and communicate how to use the software across the organization. Incumbent should have a thorough understanding of how computer applications work and how the applications impact the operations of public safety including data exchange, infrastructure, and networking. They are able to engage with people at all levels of the organization, and work with internal and external partners including venders and other organizations. Embrace the mission and the core values of the Sheriff’s Office.

• Manage systems data as it relates to the operation of the organization

• Ensure system communication among the affiliate agencies using the public safety platform as well as any future additions.
• Maintain current data including statutes, personnel and any other changes within the applications of the RMS.
• Review requests for access to Sheriff’s Office systems within the organization and by outside entities.
• Research data from the state, courts, and venders that may be utilized in the RMS.
• Complete internal audits and data validation for Sedgwick County’s use of the Tyler Systems
• Complete all state audits, and serve as the administration contact for communication with the state.
• Serve as the active liaison in the use of various applications within the Tyler system utilized by organizations outside the Sheriff’s Office.

• Work with IT to help manage system hardware, application software implementation and upgrades
• Work directly with the vendor, client, and IT specialists to resolve application issues and facilitate upgrades
• Monitor requests for the end user in RM; serve as the point of contact for employees using any part of the Tyler system to resolve questions, issues, and concerns as they arise.
• Grant, modify and remove security access for applications, work with IT staff to coordinate security accesses.
• Support for planning, scheduling, and management of software deployments and updates.

• Help develop training on the different applications of the RMS
• Introduction and training of new employees on the operations of the RMS.
• Periodically provide training to personnel on any updates to applications in the RMS.
• Act as the point of contact in providing assistance to outside agencies on training needs using the various applications in the RMS.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent. Three years of experience working for a law-enforcement agency, including the understanding of legal documents, laws, statutes, policies and procedures. Experience in the operation of records management computer systems as it relates to the collection of information and the impact of that information beyond the agency. Experience or training in the use of personal computers, including computer-based products or any equivalent combination of training and experience. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Suite. Must pass pre-employment testing of 80% basic reading comprehension to be completed after interview.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems and/or Criminal Justice, Information Technology or related field. Three years of experience working for the Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Office. Formal training on National Crime Information Center (NCIC), Kansas Criminal Justice Information System (KCJIS)

Equal Employment Opportunity

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