The City of Oxnard's Information Technology Department is seeking Extra Help/Temporary Help Desk Technicians to participate in a short-term project (not to exceed 960 hours). The successful candidate will be responsible for providing excellent customer service in the course of deploying, troubleshooting and maintaining desktop computers, desktop applications and peripherals for our customers City-wide.

The ideal candidate will possess experience with mobile and desktop computer hardware, operating systems, desktop applications, peripherals and enterprise network access. Successful attributes include experience providing remote and on-site support for hardware and software; excellent customer service skills; ability to prioritize and manage a constantly
changing workload; clear and effective communication skills both written and verbal, excellent problem solving and analytical skills, strong attention to detail, ability to translate technology to audience appropriate business friendly terms, strong time management skills, the ability to work both independently and in a collaborative team environment; and
network concepts and fundamentals.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Providing exceptional customer service to members of the City workforce.
• Be responsible for providing efficient and effective technical support for workstation hardware, applications and peripherals.
• Managing a constantly changing ticket load.
• Maintaining equipment and software inventory data.
• Creating and maintaining technical and customer oriented documentation.
• Work in a group and as an individual to complete tasks and projects.

Payroll/Classification Title:
Information Technology Specialist

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
This classification is distinguished from the Information Technology Technician in that it provides specialized technical support of system users and provides maintenance and operations support of technology hardware, software and data.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED/ SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Receives general supervision on routine items which are performed according to established standards and procedures and receives specific work instruction regarding non-routine matters and deadlines.

WORK SCHEDULE: The normal work week is Monday through Thursday 8:00am to 6:00pm and alternating Fridays 8:00am-5:00pm. This position is governed by the overtime provisions of the federal Fair Labor Standards Act and is eligible for overtime pay.

PLEASE NOTE: Extra-Help positions are not expected to last more than 960 hours. Under the terms of the City's benefits plan and policies, this position is not eligible for benefits due to the short duration of employment. In this position, employment with the City of Oxnard is at will, and those selected for temporary placement retain the option, as does the City of Oxnard, to end employment at any time, with or without notice and with or without cause.

Essential Functions

This class specification represents only the core areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the Department.

• Provides specialized technical work in support of networks, systems, applications and other technologies; provides assistance in the installation, configuration, performance monitoring, testing and/or troubleshooting of assigned technology systems and equipment.
• Receives, prioritizes and responds to technical support calls and requests; performs issue troubleshooting and resolution; enters and updates data and information. May coordinate with vendors or other staff for required services and issue resolution.
• Updates and maintains technical documentation regarding specifications, system settings, accounts, procedures, plans and/or schedules; provides basic user training and updates support documentation.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

Positions assigned to Help Desk and Network Engineering functions may be responsible for:

• Performing preventative and corrective maintenance of software and hardware;
• Performing system backup procedures;
• Testing and installing workstations;
• Providing second-level help desk support;
• Troubleshooting issues related to mobile devices and data
• Assists in the implementation of computer systems related technical and administrative projects; researches and remediates desktop computer applications and hardware problems for departments remotely and in person.
• Provides technical support and training in the use of computer hardware and software.
• Installs computers at selected work stations throughout the City; installs peripheral equipment e.g. printers and scanners; installs desktop applications on new and existing computers including mobile and desktop computers.
• Conducts various tests on components, equipment and software during installation to ensure components are working properly and in accordance with City specifications.
• Responds to requests for assistance with hardware and software problems and participates in and/or coordinates the repair of computer hardware.
• Performs preventative and corrective maintenance as required, for example such tasks as testing connections, installing software updates, firmware updates, and moving computer equipment
• Performs asset tagging and inventory system tracking and maintenance for all newly installed hardware and software; maintains an inventory of IT systems equipment used by the City.
• Maintains accurate documentation; creates, updates and closes tickets using the help desk platform in a timely manner, follows and provides updates to standard operating procedures; creates knowledge base and frequently asked questions documentation.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

The following are minimum qualifications necessary for entry into the classification:

EDUCATION:

• Associate’s degree (or 60 units) in computer technology related to area of assignment.

EXPERIENCE:

• Two (2) years of related experience

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION:
Depending on assignment, some positions may require:

• Technical specialty certification
• Valid California Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to effectively communicate in English, both orally and in writing

General Information

Extra help employees are "at-will" and are not provided any benefits other than those required by state or federal law.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

• Submit NEOGOV/Government Jobs on-line application.
• Complete and submit responses to the supplemental questions, if required.
• Upload resume, cover letter, proof of degree (transcript), or other requested documents.

Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the online application and include the information only on the resume. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted. Cover letters and/or optional resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application.

The list of qualified candidates established from this recruitment may be used to fill other full-time, part-time, and temporary assignments.

Selected candidate(s) must pass a thorough background investigation.

NOTE: For most positions, the City of Oxnard relies on office automation (Microsoft Office/Google) and web-based enabled tools, therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work.

Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all positions.

Employees are required to participate in the City's direct deposit plan and are paid on a bi-weekly basis.

This position requires a 12 month probationary period.

Pursuant to California Government Code Section 3100, all public employees are required to serve as disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: The City of Oxnard is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability or sexual orientation.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: The City of Oxnard makes reasonable accommodation for individuals/people with disabilities. If you believe you require special arrangements to participate in the testing process, you must inform the Human Resources Department in writing no later than the filing date. Applicants who request such accommodation must document their request with an explanation of the type and extent of accommodation required.

LEGAL REQUIREMENT: On the first day of employment, new employees must provide proof of citizenship or documentation of legal right to work in the United States in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, as amended. The City participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with you. Form I-9 information confirms that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS. 888-897-7781 dhs.gov/e-verify.

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Brenna Perteet at brenna.perteet@oxnard.org.

NOTE: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.