Exam Type: PEX Category (CAT) 18

Fill Type: Special Project Exemption (Charter Section 10.104-18)- An appointment authorized for exemption under Charter Section 10.104-18 must be to a position created for or dedicated to a special project, or for professional services, not to exceed three years by Charter requirement.

Application Opening - September 20, 2024
Application Deadline - October 3, 2024
Compensation: $84,058.00-$104,208.00 Yearly; https://careers.sf.gov/classifications/?classCode=1092&setId=COMMN
List ID: PEX-1092-150835; REF44518W

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Role description

Under general direction, the IT Operations Support Administrator II provides technical support for moderately sized networks with single or multiple Local Area Networks (LANs), data center operational support for multiple, distinctive computers, mobile devices and their networks and routine system administration activities, which may include network operations, installing, enhancing and maintaining computers, peripherals, and mobile device configuration, or combination of these activities. Troubleshoots or assists with problem resolution. May provide ongoing and remedial user training; establishes and performs data and access protection processes; and performs related work which may include data input and record maintenance.

Essential duties:

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; may include additional duties as assigned.

1. Monitor, operate and enhance moderately complex computers with different and distinct platforms that may include mainframes, mid-range server systems, desktop computers, mobile devices, and communications systems to insure proper functioning, and recommend solutions to correct malfunctions.

2. Install and configure computer and/or telecommunications hardware and software; coordinate and schedule hardware repairs; perform routine equipment maintenance; repair and modify various computer and communications systems and related equipment; create user groups and individual accounts.

3. Maintain and document scripts and procedures used to enhance existing desktop computer functions.

4. Provide problem determination and technical assistance to users; escalate and coordinate problem resolution activities; perform help desk functions.

5. Administer remote logons system securities, data transfers, and other remote activities.

6. Retrieve and download and/or upload data; assist with the transition of data/operations between systems; may provide on-site technical support for information technology equipment.

7. Research, analyze and test application or system software for compatibility and capability to specific job applications and assignments; may recommend hardware and software purchases.

8. May ensure the accuracy of computer reports and data integrity.

9. Maintain information technology materials and supply inventories.

10. Compile, tabulate and generate reports; document procedures and programs; may develop written help materials.

11. Perform and monitor scheduled job executions, including system and application backups and archiving tasks, on multiple, distinctive platforms, including mainframes, mid-range computers, and data storage; maintain system backups and control records; assist in the maintenance of files and libraries; create logical directory structure; may be responsible for retention and storage of databases; perform routine tape management functions for various, different computer platforms.

12. Perform work related to security and disaster recovery needs such as system backup and/or restoration, traveling to hot site or recovery site, and operating restored systems.

How to qualify

1. Education: Requires an Associate's Degree in computer science or a closely related field from an accredited college or university OR its equivalent in terms of total course credits/units [i.e., at least sixty (60) semester or ninety (90) quarter credits/units with a minimum of twenty (20) semester or thirty (30) quarter credits/units in computer science or a closely-related field];

AND

2. Experience: One (1) year of experience performing analysis, installation and technical support in a network environment.

Substitution of Education: Additional experience as described above 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 thirty (30) semester units / forty-five (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.

Special Conditions:

In addition to the Minimum Qualifications above, applicants must have the following experience in order to qualify:

Six (6) months of Windows Operating System Experience.
Six (6) months of IT Customer Support Experience
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license and a good driving record.

The above minimum qualifications reflect special conditions associated with the position(s) to be filled. They may differ from the standard minimum qualifications associated with this class code.

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 https://sfdhr.org/how-verify-education-requirements

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, disqualification or may lead to lower scores.

Selection Procedures

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

Note: Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed to advance through all of the steps in the selection process.

What else should I know?

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

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, Patrice Brown, by telephone at (415) 557-5559 or by email at patrice.brown@sfgov.org.

All of 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.