Career Opportunity

IT Operations Support Administrator I – Information Technology (IT) - Human Services Agency (HSA) (1091) (151979)

Recruitment: RTF0151978-01084999

Published: October 25, 2024

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About:

Exam Type: Permanent Exempt- (PEX) Category 18

Fill Type: Permanent Exempt- (PEX) Category 18

This is a Permanent Exempt (TEX) Category 18 Appointment. This position is excluded by the Charter from the competitive Civil Service examination process and shall serve at the discretion of the Appointing Officer. The duration of this appointment shall not exceed 36 months (in 6-month increments).

Application Opening: October 21, 2024

Application Deadline: November 4, 2024

Compensation: $71,578 - $88,660 Annually

Classification Specification: https://careers.sf.gov/classifications/?classCode=1091&setId=COMMN

ListID: PEX-1091-151979 RTF0151978-01084999

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Role description

Under general supervision, the 1091 IT Operations Support Administrator I provides or learns to provide technical support for moderately sized networks with single or multiple Local Area Networks (LANs) or data center operational support for multiple, distinctive computers, mobile devices and their networks. 

Incumbents in this classification install, maintain, and enhance software, hardware and peripherals including performing basic help desk functions; coordinating user training; performing data and access protection processes; and related work which may include computerized data input and record maintenance.

Essential Duties and Functions

According to Civil Service Commission Rule 109, the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this job class and are not intended to be an inclusive list and may include additional duties as assigned.

1. Provide technical and operational support and maintenance for computers and networks; assist in network upgrades; log, track and monitor all problems and requests; provide technical support to department programs and staff in the use of computer applications. May assign logons and rights, print queues and directory structures; reset passwords; create departmental groups; run security programs.

2. Monitor and operate computer and telecommunications systems, including data lines, terminals and printers; troubleshoot hardware/software problems; may coordinate with vendors for equipment repair.

3. Perform help desk functions for routine issues including problem tracking, analysis, and resolution; define and document help desk solutions; provide problem determination; analyze and resolve system problems to ensure continuous system operations required for scheduled data processing functions; administer off-site storage of data.

4. Install and configure server hardware, workstations and various peripherals; install software applications.

5. Produce, review and assist in the collection of client data, service and billing issues and documentation to comply with governmental mandates and regulations.

6. Monitor and review system software applications and procedures pertaining to accurate reporting; review system output and data processing operations for accuracy and completeness; provide communications support between systems.

7. Assist in the development and production of system/end-user documentation for applications processing and procedures.

8. Assist in the development and implementation of training activities and materials; instruct users in logon and document identification procedures.

9. Generate reports and statistics; perform system backups; retrieve documents.

How to qualify

1. Education
a. An associate degree in computer science or a closely related field from an accredited college or university OR
b. Its equivalent in terms of total course credits/units [i.e., at least 60 semester or 90 quarter credits/units with a minimum of 20 semester or 30 quarter credits/units in computer science or a closely-related field];

NOTE: Please attach your transcript along with your application

Substitution

Experience performing analysis, installation, and technical support in a network environment may be substituted for the required degree on a year-for-year basis (up to a maximum of two (2) years). One (1) year is equivalent to 30 semester units/45 quarter units with a minimum of 10 semester/15 quarter units in computer science or a closely related field.

Completion of a one (1) year State (DAS) Information Technology apprenticeship program equivalent to the City and County of San Francisco’s 1090 IT Operations Support Training Program may substitute for the required education.

AND

2. Special Conditions

Experience:
a. 12 months of recent and verifiable experience using the Windows operating system in support of multi-departmental and enterprise systems, including the management of Windows services and use of Windows administrative tools.

Licenses AND Certifications:
b. Possession of a valid California driver's license

Additional Requirements:
c. In addition to the minimum qualifications, this position requires the ability to lift up to 35 lbs.

NOTE: The above minimum qualifications reflect special conditions associated with the position to be filled. They may differ from the standard minimum qualifications associated with this classification.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualification requirement by the final filing date unless otherwise noted.

Verification of Experience and/or Education

Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. If education verification is required, information on how to verify education requirements, including verifying foreign education credits or degree equivalency, can be found at http://sfdhr.org/index.aspx?page=456

Note: Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.

All work experience, education, training, and other information substantiating how you meet the minimum qualifications must be included on your application by the filing deadline. Information submitted after the filing deadline will not be considered in determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City and County of San Francisco application.

Applications completed improperly may be cause for ineligibility, or disqualification or may lead to lower scores.

Selection Procedures

The selection process will include an evaluation of applications in relation to minimum requirements and an assessment of candidates’ job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities in an oral interview, which may include a written or performance exercise.

Depending on the number of applicants, the Department may establish and implement additional screening mechanisms to comparatively evaluate the qualifications of candidates. If this becomes necessary, only those applicants whose qualifications most closely meet the needs of the Department will be invited to continue in the selection process.

Note: Applicants meeting the minimum requirements are not guaranteed advancement in the selection process.

What else should I know?

To find Departments which use this classification, please see https://sfdhr.org/sites/default/files/documents/Forms-Documents/Position-Counts-by-Job-Codes-and-Department-FY-2023-24.pdf

Additional Information Regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco

• Information About The Hiring Process
• Conviction History
• Employee Benefits Overview  
• Equal Employment Opportunity 
• Disaster Service Worker
• ADA Accommodation
• Right to Work
• Copies of Application Documents
• Diversity Statement

How to Apply

Applications for City and County of San Francisco jobs are only accepted through an online process.

Visit: https://careers.smartrecruiters.com/CityAndCountyOfSanFrancisco1/ and begin the application process.

• Select the “I’m Interested” button and follow instructions on the screen

Applicants may be contacted by email about this recruitment and, therefore, it is their responsibility to ensure that their registered email address is accurate and kept up-to-date. Also, applicants must ensure that email from CCSF is not blocked on their computer by a spam filter. To prevent blocking, applicants should set up their email to accept CCSF mail from the following addresses (@sfgov.org, @sfdpw.org, @sfport.com, @flysfo.com, @sfwater.org, @sfdph.org, @asianart.org, @sfmta.com, @sfpl.org, @dcyf.org, @first5sf.org, @famsf.org, @ccsf.edu, @smartalerts.info, and @smartrecruiters.com).

Applicants will receive a confirmation email that their online application has been received in response to every announcement for which they file. Applicants should retain this confirmation email for their records. Failure to receive this email means that the online application was not submitted or received.

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment or application process, please contact the exam analyst, Carmen K. Lewis, by telephone at (415) 557-5241 or by email at carmen.lewis@sfgov.org.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.