What are the responsibilities and job description for the DISTRIBUTED COMPUTER SYSTEMS SPECIALIST position at State of Florida- Department of Health?
Requisition No: 875128
Agency: Department of Health
Working Title: DISTRIBUTED COMPUTER SYSTEMS SPECIALIST - 64006132
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 64006132
Salary: $38,264.07 - $38,500.00
Posting Closing Date: 05/10/2026
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OPEN COMPETITIVE - Anticipated Vacancy 64084680
Your Specific Responsibilities:
This is a technical consortium level position supporting 10 County Health Departments. This position is intended to assist the System Administrator in supporting the CHD users with hardware, software and networking functions. Support will require frequent travel to consortium CHDs for on-site support. Duties include assisting DCSA with LAN and WAN support at the local and regional level. Also, varied other duties may be assigned.
Performs workstation/server setup and configurations, network settings and peripheral device installation within assigned consortium CHDs.
Monitors the use of software and hardware throughout the consortium - provides on-going identification and resolution of user needs through the use of on-site, phone, and remote user support.
Assist, coordinates, installs and implements distributed computer system hardware, software, and communications components including enhancements and upgrades
Performs diagnostics and troubleshoot methods to resolve hardware & software problems in the consortium CHDs
Maintains a work plan and schedule for consortium support. Generates and tracks and process assigned help tickets thru our Help Desk Application.
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Assist in the preparation of and provides training for the proper use of computer equipment and assist in system documentation and distribution as directed by Supervisor
Other duties as assigned
Responsible for securing the designated information set for the purposes of protecting confidentiality, data integrity and appropriate access for all information both confidential and public record which is stored in hard copy or electronic format.
Responds to notifications of suspected or confirmed viruses. Acts accordingly to quarantine devices which are infected.
As an Information Custodian, develops, maintains and ensures adherence to Department of Health and ACHD security policies, protocols and procedures. Delegates, as necessary, authority to assist with information custodian duties and other duties and responsibilities as outlined in Department of Health Protocol – Security 3.V.
May be required to work extra hours or days in the event of an emergency. Extended hours support or Subject to Call may also be required.
Personal vehicle must be used for travel in the event a State vehicle is unavailable. Mileage will be compensated at the current state approved reimbursement rate.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of distributed processing operations, procedures, and equipment.
Knowledge of problem solving techniques.
Ability to process information logically and solve problems.
Ability to develop training programs related to distributed processing
Ability to monitor and resolve problems with distributed systems components.
Ability to identify and define user task needs
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
Qualifications:
Minimum – A valid driver’s license
Preferred - industry certification such as CompTIA A , Network , Security , etc.
Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:
Mission:
To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.
Vision:
To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.
Values:
I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.
C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.
A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.
R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.
E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.
Where You Will Work:
224 SE 24th Street Gainesville FL 32641 Travel 50% of the time
The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
- Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
- Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;
- State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;
- Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
- Flexible Spending Accounts;
- Tuition waivers;
- And more!
This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Salary : $38,264 - $38,500