What are the responsibilities and job description for the Support Services Specialist III position at El Paso Water?
Salary
$62,954.32 - $94,431.48 Annually
Location
Various Locations within the City of El Paso, TX
Job Type
Unclassified
Job Number
U4230-0426
Department
Client Services
Opening Date
04/16/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
FLSA
Exempt
MOS Code: Army (25U), Navy (002776)
Education and Experience: A Bachelor'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 or an Associate's Degree in Computer Information Systems, Microcomputer Technology or a related field, and four (4) 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) finger-print 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 direction, perform analysis, testing, evaluation and technical support for internal computer systems, desktops and peripheral systems.
Typical Duties
Install, configure, test and maintain, monitor, and troubleshoot end-user workstation hardware and networked peripheral hardware. Involves: Perform on-site analysis, diagnostics, and resolution of complex PC problems for various end-users. Recommend and implement corrective hardware solutions; including off-site repair as needed. Assist with the preparation of reports, procedures, 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. Recommend, schedule, and perform PC, hardware, and peripheral equipment improvements, upgrades, and repairs. Develop and maintain an inventory of all monitors, keyboards, hard drives, modems, printers, scanners, and other peripheral equipment. Confer with higher-level staff in resolving complex hardware or software problems. Document all trouble reports in help desk software.
Support the development and implementation of new computer projects and new hardware installations. Involves: Maintain up-to-date knowledge of hardware and equipment projects and new hardware installations. Conduct research on computer products in support of PC procurement and development. Assist in writing technical specifications for the purchase of PCs, networking hardware, and related products. Evaluate and recommend hardware products for purchase. Provide training and support to end-users and staff on computer operations and related issues. Construct, install and test customized configurations based on various platforms and operating systems.
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 a complete job specification click here.
Please 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: Applicants with foreign diploma, transcripts, and degrees must have all documents translated and evaluated by an agency of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) prior to submitting them to the Human Resources Department. Please visit www.naces.org/members for more information.
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, 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
01
Please select your appropriate level of education and experience from the below options. (Select only one)
Do you have a valid USA driver's license? If so, what type of driver's license do you have?
Applicants with foreign diplomas, transcripts and degrees must have all documents translated and evaluated by an agency of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) prior to submitting them to the Human Resources Department. Have you had your diploma, transcripts, degree or other required documents translated and evaluated by an agency of NACES?
Candidates will be evaluated based on the information provided on the application and the completeness of the responses to the Supplemental Questions. The following will disqualify you from moving forward in the recruitment process. -Failure to fully detail all work experience and job duties. -Failure to fully detail all lead, supervisory and managerial experience and duties if required. -Overlapping dates of work experience. -Copying and pasting directly from the job specification. -Responses referring to your résumé.
Employer City of El Paso
Address 300 N. Campbell
El Paso, Texas, 79901
Phone 915-212-0045
Website http://www.elpasotexas.gov
$62,954.32 - $94,431.48 Annually
Location
Various Locations within the City of El Paso, TX
Job Type
Unclassified
Job Number
U4230-0426
Department
Client Services
Opening Date
04/16/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
FLSA
Exempt
- Description
- Benefits
- Questions
MOS Code: Army (25U), Navy (002776)
Education and Experience: A Bachelor'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 or an Associate's Degree in Computer Information Systems, Microcomputer Technology or a related field, and four (4) 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) finger-print 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 direction, perform analysis, testing, evaluation and technical support for internal computer systems, desktops and peripheral systems.
Typical Duties
Install, configure, test and maintain, monitor, and troubleshoot end-user workstation hardware and networked peripheral hardware. Involves: Perform on-site analysis, diagnostics, and resolution of complex PC problems for various end-users. Recommend and implement corrective hardware solutions; including off-site repair as needed. Assist with the preparation of reports, procedures, 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. Recommend, schedule, and perform PC, hardware, and peripheral equipment improvements, upgrades, and repairs. Develop and maintain an inventory of all monitors, keyboards, hard drives, modems, printers, scanners, and other peripheral equipment. Confer with higher-level staff in resolving complex hardware or software problems. Document all trouble reports in help desk software.
Support the development and implementation of new computer projects and new hardware installations. Involves: Maintain up-to-date knowledge of hardware and equipment projects and new hardware installations. Conduct research on computer products in support of PC procurement and development. Assist in writing technical specifications for the purchase of PCs, networking hardware, and related products. Evaluate and recommend hardware products for purchase. Provide training and support to end-users and staff on computer operations and related issues. Construct, install and test customized configurations based on various platforms and operating systems.
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 a complete job specification click here.
Please 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: Applicants with foreign diploma, transcripts, and degrees must have all documents translated and evaluated by an agency of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) prior to submitting them to the Human Resources Department. Please visit www.naces.org/members for more information.
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, 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
01
Please select your appropriate level of education and experience from the below options. (Select only one)
- I have a Bachelor's degree 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
- I have an Associate's Degree in Computer Information Systems, Microcomputer Technology or a related field, and four (4) years of computer hardware and software support experience with local area networks.
- I do not have a post High School degree.
Do you have a valid USA driver's license? If so, what type of driver's license do you have?
- Texas Class A - CDL or equivalent from another state.
- Texas Class B - CDL or equivalent from another state.
- Texas Class C or equivalent from another state.
- No, I do not have a valid driver's license.
Applicants with foreign diplomas, transcripts and degrees must have all documents translated and evaluated by an agency of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) prior to submitting them to the Human Resources Department. Have you had your diploma, transcripts, degree or other required documents translated and evaluated by an agency of NACES?
- Yes, it has been translated and certified and I can provide documentation upon a job offer.
- No, I have not had my degree translated and certified.
- N/A - my degree is from an accredited U.S. university or college.
Candidates will be evaluated based on the information provided on the application and the completeness of the responses to the Supplemental Questions. The following will disqualify you from moving forward in the recruitment process. -Failure to fully detail all work experience and job duties. -Failure to fully detail all lead, supervisory and managerial experience and duties if required. -Overlapping dates of work experience. -Copying and pasting directly from the job specification. -Responses referring to your résumé.
- I acknowledge I have read and understand the above information.
Employer City of El Paso
Address 300 N. Campbell
El Paso, Texas, 79901
Phone 915-212-0045
Website http://www.elpasotexas.gov
Salary : $62,954 - $94,431