Support Services Specialist II

CITY OF EL PASO, TX
El Paso, Texas United States  View Map
Posted: Jul 14, 2024
  • Salary: $51,240.00 - $79,310.00 Annually USD
  • Full Time
  • Customer Service
  • Job Description

    Requirements

    MOS Code: 002776 ( Navy)

    Education and Experience : An Associate's degree or higher in Computer Information Systems, Microcomputer Technology, or a related field, and two (2) years of computer hardware and software support experience with local area networks.

    Licenses and Certificates : A valid Texas Class "C" Driver's License or equivalent issued by another state by time of appointment.

    Special Requirements : Applicants for positions assigned to the Department of Information Technology Services must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check within the first six months from hire and maintain CJIS eligibility. CJIS requirements are related to system access and the following list of convictions and/or deferred adjudications will result in failure of the CJIS background check and disqualification and termination from employment: Felony Convictions, Felony Deferred Adjudication, Class A & B Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication, Class B Misdemeanor Convictions, an Open Arrest for Any Criminal Offense (Felony or Misdemeanor), and Family Violence Convictions.

    General Purpose

    Under general supervision, provide primary client support in a networked personal computer environment.

    Typical Duties

    Install, diagnose, repair, maintain, and upgrade all hardware and related equipment while ensuring optimal workstation performance. Involves: Configure personal computers with standard office applications and install them at client locations. Assist with the preparation of reports and logs to statistically monitor PC performance. Accurately document hardware failure, repair, installation, and removal. Monitor and test PC performance and provide performance statistics and reports. Respond to incoming calls, pages, and/or e-mails regarding PC and/or hardware problems. Perform on-site analysis and diagnostics, and resolve complex PC problems. Recommend and implement corrective hardware solutions, including off-site repair as needed. Install, configure, test, maintain, monitor, and troubleshoot associated end-user workstation software and networking software products. Recommend, schedule, and perform PC, hardware, and peripheral equipment improvements, upgrades, and repairs. Confer with higher-level staff in resolving complex hardware or software problems. Document all trouble reports in help desk software.

    Perform related duties as assigned. Involves: Substitute for immediate supervisor or coworkers during temporary absences. Participate as a team member on projects.

    General Information

    For complete job specification, click here .

    Note: This is an unclassified contract position.

    Note: Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. This position will close when a preset number of qualified applications have been received.

    Note: This is a new advertisement for Support Services Specialist II . You must apply if you are still interested in this position. Note: Applicants with a foreign degree must have all relevant documents translated and evaluated by a College, University of Credentials Evaluation Services Department prior to submitting them to the Human Resources Department.

    A résumé and/or other documents will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Comments such as “See résumé” are not acceptable and will result in the application being considered incomplete.

    To qualify for this position, the required education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be clearly stated on your application’s employment history. We do not use any information on your resume to review if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.

    Failure to fully detail all experience and job duties in the application, or copying/pasting directly from the job specification, or responses referring to your résumé will eliminate you from consideration for the position.

    Determined by agreement

    Closing Date/Time: Continuous
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • City of El Paso
    • City of El Paso

    THE CITY OF EL PASO HAS IMPLEMENTED PROGRAMS TO INVEST IN ITS WORKFORCE, INCLUDING:

    • Competitive wages
    • Pension Plans
    • Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
    • Health Savings Account
    • Paid Time Off­ and Paid Parental Leave
    • Quality Training and Tuition Assistance Programs

    Mission:

    Deliver exceptional services to support a high quality of life and place for our community.

    Vision:

    Develop a vibrant regional economy, safe and beautiful neighborhoods and exceptional recreational, cultural and educational opportunities powered by a high performing government.

    Values:

    Integrity, Respect, Excellence, Accountability, People

    THE COMMUNITY

    Located at the westernmost edge of Texas along the Rio Grande River, El Paso has long been recognized as one of the nation’s safest cities with a population of over 800,000. This thriving community is aptly referred to as the “Sun City” – a moniker derived from the 300+ days of sunshine experienced annually.
    El Paso, the largest Texas City on the U.S./Mexico border and the sixth largest city in Texas, is a dynamic and vibrant community whose location on the border provides the City with a culturally diverse population and a rich heritage that embraces the past while building for the future.

    El Paso is filled with many attractions that residents and visitors enjoy alike. For sports enthusiasts, the City is home to The El Paso Chihuahuas, the Minor League baseball team and Triple-A affiliate of the San Diego Padres. El Paso is also home to Sun Bowl Stadium at UTEP where many events occur, including Division I college football games and other events, including the nationally televised Sun Bowl game held each year. UTEP is also the home of the legendary Don Haskins Center where Division I college basketball games are played. Residents and visitors may also take in an El Paso Locomotive FC soccer game or an El Paso Rhinos hockey game. Located in El Paso are amusement parks, water parks, state parks, museums, the El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens, and the El Paso Symphony Orchestra. At the heart of the City is the Franklin Mountains State Park, the largest urban state park in Texas.

    Fort Bliss is the largest installation in the United States Army Forces Command and the second largest military installation in the Army overall with the largest being the adjacent White Sands Missile Range.  Fort Bliss is an anchor of the local economy and its economic stability, as it is the single largest employer in the area supporting over 167,000 people with an annual economic contribution of over $25 billion. The City of El Paso strives to be the #1 City in America for Veterans to live. The City of El Paso has been recognized by the Texas Veterans Commission for its high Veteran Employment rate. The City government currently employs approximately 14% of veterans and has a Military and Veterans Affairs department.

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