Summary
The PC Systems Administrator performs work related to workstation and server administration, end-user support, system and application maintenance and troubleshooting, and computer security. The incumbent is responsible for recommending, planning, and installing new systems, products, and applications.
This job is open to
Clarification from the agency
A High Sensitive Background Investigation is required.
Duties
CL-26:
- Recommend, install, configure, and provide technical support for complex administrative and operations specific national applications, including developing new features. Maintain version applicability and local functionality of user applications, such as: MS Windows, MS Office, Adobe. Provide technical support and oversee maintenance of telephone systems, courtroom technology, and audio/visual systems, as required.
- Determine and recommend computer software or hardware required to install new systems or applications or alter existing systems/applications. Diagnose hardware and custom off-the-shelf software problems and replace defective components or design software fixes.
- Analyze, isolate, and solve complex system problems utilizing technical resources. Diagnose and remedy computing system failures, both hardware and software.
- Maintain and administer computer networks and related computing environments, including computer hardware, systems software, and all configurations. Determine hardware and/or software requirements and recommend changes to improve systems and configurations.
- Determine upgrade schedules and software standards for personal computers and other systems. Develop upgrade procedures and plan for future growth.
- Maintain, install, and update desktop computers, including new product evaluation and software compatibility analysis. Maintain automated management systems for imaging, software updates, and patch management.
- Maintain computer security resources on all workstations, including anti-virus and firewall systems.
- Maintain computer and printer inventory, and software licenses.
- Prepare written instructions for users and IT staff which are clear and effective. Train users to work with computer systems and programs. Prepare reports and memoranda regarding complex automation issues with a focus on the reader.
CL 27:
- Respond to help desk calls and e-mails, log computer problems, and assist with routine problems; problems that are not quickly resolved are escalated to the next level.
- Assist with web access.
- Provide information and assistance to users on applications such as word processing and data entry. Assist with creating user accounts and providing end user training.
- Install or assist in the installation of upgrades or new or revised off the shelf/desktop releases.
- Set up, configure, install, and document hardware and software.
- Provide support for mobile computing devices and remote access. Perform inventory control duties.
- Provide cabling support.
- Troubleshoot hardware and software problems. Perform basic system support for telephone systems, such as additions, deletions, and moves. Analyze help desk log.
- Create user accounts. Create local court forms from off-the-shelf software.
- Customize programs for local needs and trains personnel in their use.
- Provide day-to-day systems backups and verify the validity of data.
- Maintain contact with other information technology court personnel at different locations and levels for the purpose of keeping abreast of developments, techniques, and user programs. Monitor day-to-day operations of the equipment and systems. Act as the technical expert in solving computer system problems.
- Recommend hardware, equipment, and software updates.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
https://www.flsd.uscourts.gov/sites/flsd/files/jobs/2024-CLK-29%20PC%20Systems%20Administrator.pdf.
Qualifications
Required Experience:
- Two years of specialized experience; or completion of the requirements for a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field of study.
Preferred Experience:
- Mastery of the latest available electronic technology and hardware and software programs.
- Knowledge of telephone and wireless systems. Skill in performing routine hardware maintenance.
- Ability to implement, operate, and document information technology systems considering both hardware and software issues.
- Skill in training court personnel in relevant hardware and software programs.
- Ability to train users, build and maintain hardware images and build anti-virus and other security concerns on the desktop.
- Knowledge of custom off-the-shelf computer hardware and software programs.
- Knowledge of computer processes and capabilities, including a general understanding of case management systems.
- Ability to perform software and hardware maintenance and troubleshooting.
Education
Two years of specialized experience; or completion of the requirements for a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field of study.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Please read the "Next steps" section for more information.
Required Documents
Please read the "How to Apply" section.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
Submit the completed application package electronically in pdf format. The required items must be consolidated into one document in the order listed below. Do not copy/paste your documents into the email. Please make sure to annotate the announcement number on the subject line:
Email address: flsd_hrmail@flsd.uscourts.gov
Announcement: 2024-CLK-29
Attachments: Cover letter, resume, Federal Employment Application (AO 78).
AO78 can be found on our web site under the employment tab, how to apply: https://www.flsd.uscourts.gov/.
Next steps
Candidates selected to interview will be contacted via telephone or e-mail.
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