Salary: $22.56 Hourly
Location : West Fargo City Hall
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 00200
Department: Information Technology
Opening Date: 01/29/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Description

Step into the heart of our city's technological landscape! Are you a problem-solving enthusiast, a digital explorer, and a customer service champion? If so, we have an exciting opportunity crafted just for you! We're seeking an eager and dedicated individual to join us as an IT Support Specialist. As an integral part of our team, you'll dive into the world of technology, assisting with troubleshooting, advancing your technical support skills, and providing essential aid to our staff and departments. If you're excited to kickstart your career in IT, thrive on learning new skills, and are ready to contribute to the digital evolution of our city, then let's embark on this journey together. Join us as we unlock the potential of technology to enhance municipal services and shape the future of our community!
Examples Of Duties

• Troubleshoots software, hardware, and communication issues; identifies problem source; determines possible solutions, tests and implements solutions.
• Troubleshoots networks, systems, and applications to identify and correct malfunctions and other operational problems.
• Utilizes help-desk ticketing software; processes requests and responds directly or forwards to the next tier of support; provides completion, updates, or other status information via e-mail, in-person, or voice mail.
• Loads software, including operating systems, network components and office applications.
• Install and decommission hardware and peripheral components, including monitors, keyboards and printers.
• Connects users to networks; provides training on applications.
• Assists with recording meetings including testing audio, video, and equipment prior to meeting; moves cameras during meeting; takes and edits photographs for employees and events.
• Keeps up-to-date on new emerging technologies.
• Edits documentation including flow charts, diagrams, user manuals, and installation instructions to ensure proper use of system.
• Provides 24/7 on-call support (on a rotating basis) to City emergency and public agencies including, but not limited to Police, Fire, and the Public Library system.
• Coordinates with IT team for support requests related to network hardware and configuration, software, audio/video, facilities, and building issues, and telecommunications services.
• Maintains the integrity of City data and related intellectual property through information security and access management; ensures the security of the information systems, communications lines, and equipment.
• Ensures IT vehicles are operational and ready for use.
• Works safely, follows safe work practices, and identifies and reports unsafe work conditions.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Information Technology.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.
• Valid driver?s license.
• Ability to create and maintain effective working relationships with peers, superiors, other City departments, vendors, contractors, external government agencies and organizations.
• Strong communication skills, both orally and in writing.

Supplemental Information

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A , Net Certifications, computer hardware and strong MS office knowledge?

High Deductible Health Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA) with City Contribution Match
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible Medical and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
NDPERS Pension
Long Term Disability
Life Insurance
Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
Vacation Accruals
Sick Accruals
Personal Days