Reference #: 4544038 THE POSITION Are you eager to apply your IT knowledge where you have the ability to strengthen your technical knowledge in network operation and maintenance? Do you have experience handling a large variety of work and delivering high-quality customer service in a fast-paced environment? The Public Safety Delivery Center is seeking a highly motivated IT professional to join the Technology Services team to support various technologies used to provide applications and services to the staff and members of the Pennsylvania State Police. If you enjoy working on new and emerging technologies and being challenged to move beyond the status quo, this is an environment for you!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a part of the Technology Services team, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with staff as you work together to support the mission of the Pennsylvania State Police. In this role, you will be a valuable team member that completes challenging projects that build the technical solutions needed to support law enforcement and public safety. Work includes maintaining, transporting, installing, and operating IT equipment both centralized and distributed throughout all remote locations. You will be providing a secure and up-to-date environment for IT resources for the Bureau of Enterprise Technology Services. You will be required to maintain an extensive knowledge and understanding of all enterprise IT policies and initiatives. You will be responsible for assisting users and other IT groups troubleshoot issues and act as a liaison with vendors. As a Network Specialist 2, you will feel the sense of accomplishment after implementing solutions that support complex business problems, create efficiencies, and reduce costs for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

If you are fascinated by new and emerging technologies and like to be challenged every day, this is the perfect job for you!

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch. Work schedule may vary due to required overtime and travel. Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.   REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: One year of experience as a Network Specialist 1; or Four years of information technology experience that includes one year of technical experience in network operation or network maintenance; or Two years of information technology experience that includes one year of technical experience in network operation or network maintenance, and an associate's degree in any information technology field; or An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes one year of technical experience in network operation or network maintenance. Other Requirements: You must meet thePA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the linkand click on Residency. You must be able to perform essential job functions. Legal Requirements: You must pass a full Pennsylvania State Police background investigation. The selected candidate for this position must undergo a fingerprint-based records check to be in compliance with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Criminal Justice Information Services Division (CJIS).

How to Apply: Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education . If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go towww.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspxand click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us atra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.