Job description
This is advanced technical work in system management, system support and in maintaining system performance.
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JURISDICTIONS YEARLY SALARY
MOBILE COUNTY $57,166 - $91,388
CITY OF PRICHARD $32,352 - $50,184
CITY OF SARALAND $50,526 - $80,774
MOBILE AREA WATER & SEWER SYSTEM $53,085 - $84,865*
MOBILE COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT $50,526 - $80,774
MOBILE HOUSING AUTHORITY $50,526 - $80,774- Amended 1/6/2023
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Attainment of a minimum of a bachelor's degree from a recognized college or university in computer science or a closely related field and a minimum of three years experience performing operating system maintenance and support and troubleshooting end user operating system hardware and software; or a combination of education and experience equivalent to these requirements.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE WORK: Good knowledge of current techniques and capabilities of a large scale operating system; good knowledge of materials and tools used in operating system and file system maintenance and repair work; good knowledge of methods used to modify and enhance information system operations; good knowledge of specialized system maintenance to monitor and maintain hardware and software to assure continuous operations; ability to diagnose system problems and develop solutions; ability to configure and upgrade operating systems and databases; ability to provide technical guidance for implementation and verification of a disaster recovery plan; ability to support application activities requiring specialized system programming; ability to evaluate, install and test software; ability to monitor computer systems and provide support for Help Desk resolutions; ability to perform daily file system maintenance, system backups and database archives, ability to perform backup of all temporary files and posted files; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with department heads and other employees with varying technical abilities.
EXAMPLES OF WORK: (Any one position may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all tasks which may be found in positions of this class.) Assures the continuous operation of the user community by continuous monitoring of the operation and maintenance of all departmental hardware, software and servers; maintains, monitors, and adjusts the system for optimal performance; upgrades and installs various system hardware and software; provides technical guidance in designing and implementing new system modifications and enhancements to improve current information system operations; defines development tools and procedures for daily operational support; performs daily file system maintenance, system backups and database archives; performs backup and removal of all temporary files and posted files; investigates system errors; resolves problems; provides technical guidance for the implementation of a disaster recovery plan and assist with disaster recovery; handles print file management, creates system user logins, monitors console messages and provides support for Help Desk resolutions; manages hardware and support contracts and support calls, attends appropriate system management classes offered by the hardware vendor; performs related work as required.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE WORK: An employee in this class is responsible for providing specialized support work in managing and maintaining the operating systems, file system maintenance, servers, and computer workstations using, terminal emulation software, various database programs and other software packages. Work is performed in accordance with established procedures under the general supervision of a designated superior and supervision is not exercised over other employees.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR ALL APPLICANTS
NOTICE:
Documents are not automatically attached to your JobOpps account (profile). You must select and attach required documents to every application through the attachments tab on the application screen when you are applying.
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All applications must be submitted online through the Mobile County Personnel Board JobOpps site.
Paper applications will not be accepted and will be returned.
An email address is required for all applications. For information on obtaining an email address, visit the FAQs link (Download PDF reader) on the Job Opportunities page at www.personnelboard.org. The Mobile County Personnel Board does not endorse any particular provider.
Accuracy and truthfulness are of primary importance for Merit System employment and all applications are reviewed with this in mind. Errors, omissions and inaccurate information on the application will be construed as an incomplete application and will result in rejection of the application. Therefore, special attention should be given to each and every question and every attempt made to answer each correctly.
Resumes will not be accepted in place of completing the education and experience sections of the application.
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL BE DISQUALIFIED
Applications must be complete and all required or supplemental documents (college transcripts, driver’s license, and/or certifications) must be attached at the time of submitting the application. See the job posting and the supplemental questions for required documents for each job posting.
If needed, computers and scanners are available in our office
at 1809 Government Street, Mobile, Alabama.
Our office hours are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday - Friday, except for major holidays.
Only one application will be accepted per applicant per job posting.
COLLEGE TRANSCRIPTS
College transcripts, where required or otherwise to be considered, must be attached as part of completing an application. Grade reports, computer downloads of grades, and diplomas are not transcripts and will not be considered. Transcripts must be either an official or student copy issued by the educational institution. See the College Transcript Information (Download PDF reader) link on the Job Opportunities page at www.personnelboard.org for additional information and requirements regarding educational transcripts.
OPEN TO: All who meet the requirements as set forth in the job posting and who may lawfully be appointed to a position. Applicants for sworn law enforcement positions must be U.S. citizens.
RESIDENCE REQUIREMENTS: Unless otherwise stated in the job posting or supplemental questions, there are no residence requirements in order to apply. Applicants must bear all expenses incurred in reporting for testing or appointment. Upon appointment, the law gives the right to each Appointing Authority (Employer) to fix any further legal requirements regarding residence.
FINAL DATE FOR FILING APPLICATION: The completed application should be returned as soon as possible. In the event of tied scores, Rule 8.1 dictates that ties will be broken by the order in which applications are filed. Applications must be submitted by the final filing date and time specified on the job posting.
VETERANS PREFERENCE: For complete information on Veterans Preference points on an open competitive application, view the Veterans Information (Download PDF reader) link on the Job Opportunities page at www.personnelboard.org.
MEDICAL EXAMINATION: Eligibles selected for appointment must meet the established medical and physical standards for the class of work. The medical examination must be by one of the physicians designated by the Personnel Board. Appointees must bear the cost of the examination.
The Mobile County Personnel Department reserves the right to limit the number of applicants summoned for interview. In such instances, a preliminary appraisal of qualifications, as indicated by the completed application, will be utilized as a guide in the selection of candidates to be summoned.
Aid and assistance in the examination procedure is available for the visually or otherwise disabled. Assistance may be requested by contacting the Mobile County Personnel Board at 251-470-7727.
A “Practice Test Seminar” is held in the Personnel Department Office, 1809 Government Street, Mobile, Alabama, at 9:00 a.m. on the third Wednesday of every month. The purpose of these seminars is to acquaint applicants or interested citizens with design format and procedures utilized by the department in its administration of written test selection devices. Inasmuch as testing facilities are limited, the seminars will be on a first come, first served basis, as long as space remains available.
NOTICE: The continuing eligibility for appointment of those who secure a place on the eligible list is subject to future changes in specifications.
ADAM BOURNE, PERSONNEL DIRECTOR
THE AGENCIES WE SERVE ARE EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
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