INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY TECHNICIAN II
City of Riverside Riverside, California, United States
- Location: Riverside, California, United States
- Categories: Engineering
- Job Type: Full Time
- Posted: Jan 10, 2025
Job Description:
INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY TECHNICIAN II
Description
The PositionThe City of Riverside is accepting applications for the position of Innovation & Technology Technician II to fill one (1) vacancy in the Client Services Division of the Innovation & Technology Department. The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months.
SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES MUST PASS A THOROUGH POLICE BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION PRIOR TO APPOINTMENT
An Innovation and Technology (IT) Technician II, u nder general supervision, to provide technical assistance to users for desktop operating systems, hardware and software; to troubleshoot and repair a wide range of printers and peripheral equipment; to perform helpdesk functions and to perform related duties as assigned.
Work Performed
Typical duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Perform the helpdesk function, including answering phone calls, creating tickets, remote desktop support and following up on outstanding requests.
- Install, configure, test, troubleshoot, and repair the City's standard desktop hardware, software, mobile devices as well as various peripheral equipment.
- Perform high level troubleshooting and repair to equipment or routine recovery procedures in the event of malfunctions.
- Assist with running batches and processes as needed; may develop and maintain technical documentation of processes, procedures, and produce training materials.
- Research equipment and software and obtain cost quotes for hardware and software.
- Secure new equipment, keep log of receiving information, and release equipment to appropriate personnel. Stock and maintain a well-documented spares inventory of basic high turnaround parts, equipment and devices.
Qualifications
Education: High School graduation or satisfactory equivalent (GED).
Experience: Two years of full-time work experience in the Information Technology field.
Necessary Special Requirements:
- Possession of an appropriate valid, class "C" California Motor Vehicle Operator's License.
- When assigned to the Police Department, the ability to pass a police background investigation.
Highly Desired Qualifications:
- Two (2) years of Helpdesk Experience*
- Experience providing IT support to a public safety department
- Motorola PremierOne CAD & Mobile Client Experience
- Motorola RMS Experience
- Laserfiche Experience
- Certified in one, or more, of the following:
Selection Process
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:
1) Completed Employment Application
2) Completed Supplemental Questionnaire
FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ON COMPLETING YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION, CLICK HERE: ( Application Guide). (Download PDF reader)
The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS:
If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment. You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions. Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment.
Positions that require, or may require, a California Commercial Driver’s License are considered Safety Sensitive and are monitored by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Any candidate being considered for a Safety Sensitive position must submit authorization forms to the City immediately upon request to begin the pre-employment process.
It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment.
Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/ physical examination .
NOTE : The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university.
Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options:
An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at http://www.naces.org/members.html or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE) at http://aice-eval.org/members/ . An advanced-level degree from an accredited US college or university.
All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.
THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT.
Level I include Para-Professional and Supervisory classifications (Non-exempt).
The City offers an attractive benefits package, the central provisions of which are as follows:
- Retirement for Classic Members - For employees hired after 1/1/2013 who are CLASSIC MEMBERS of California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) or a reciprocal agency as of 12/31/12 and have not been separated from service from such agency for six months or more, the retirement benefit shall be 2.7 % @ age 55; 3 year final compensation. The required employee contribution is 8%. The City does not participate in Social Security; thus, employees do not bear this additional 6.2% expense.
- Retirement for New Members - For employees hired 1/1/2013 or later and who ARE NOT a member of the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) or a reciprocal agency as of 12/31/12, or those who have been separated from a public agency which contracts with CalPERS or a reciprocal agency for six months or more, the retirement benefit shall be 2% at age 62; 3 year final compensation.The required employee contribution is 50% of the normal cost and is subject to change per CalPERS every fiscal year. The City does not participate in Social Security; thus, employees do not bear this additional 6.2% expense.
- Health Insurance - The City offerssix health insurance plans and contributes up to $1,516 per month for HMO plans(family coverage).
- Dental Insurance - The City provides three dental insurance plans and contributes up to $45 per month.
- Vision Insurance - The City provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP) for employees and their dependents that are enrolled in medical coverage.
- Life Insurance - The City provides and pays for term life insurance with accidental death and dismemberment equal to two times the annual salary rounded to the next highest $1,000 (up to $700k) plus AD&D. Additional Life Insurance is available and voluntary for employee and eligible dependents (up to $300k).
- Deferred Compensation - The City contributes $100per month with a minimum employee contribution of $12.50 per check. Participation in the deferred compensation plan is optional.
- Leave Benefits - Includes all the typical vacation leave, sick leave, bereavement leave, and holiday benefits.
- Flexible Spending Account - The City offers a Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Plan for optional participation.
- Long Term Disability - The City offers optional enrollment in the Long Term Disability Plan.
- LegalEase Plan - Optional legal services plan for employees and eligible dependents.
- Critical Illness Plan - Optional critical illness insurance plan for employees and eligible dependents.
- Vacation Accrual - 0-9 yrs = 128 hrs., 10+ yrs = 168 hrs.
For additional benefits information, please visit the following page: https://www.riversideca.gov/human/employee-hub/benefits/ about-1
For part-time, benefitted positions the insurance and other benefits (leave accruals, holidays, etc.) are pro-rated based on ½ or ¾ time status.
Closing Date/Time: 1/26/2025 11:59 PM Pacific