Mahaska County Courthouse

Informational Technology Coordinator

  • Department: Information Technology
  • Status: Full Time
  • FLSA: Non-Exempt
  • Reports To: Board of Supervisors
  • Post Date: July 25, 2024
  • Application Deadline: August 5, 2024 at 4:30 pm

Job Description

The purpose of this position is to manage IT/Data Processing/Phone Systems for all Mahaska County owned facilities. The coordinator is expected to understand network relationships of hardware and software types used in Mahaska County and adequately maintain those system links and relationships.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILTIES
The following duties are typical of this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected and appointed officials, department heads, employees, contractors and the general public.
  • Establish and maintain the IT department fiscal year budget.
  • Perform general IT functions such as: back-up and recovery; software updates; keep accurate records of software licenses; keep accurate records of hardware inventory and locations; hardware management/repair in a timely fashion; organize hardware and all needed infrastructure; observe network operation, monitor for errors and maintain security; work with vendors in the installation and update of software and hardware; provide assistance to users on software currently used; manage county email; trouble shoot; help desk; consolidate and manage county-wide phone system.
  • Provide technical support to county staff and all county facilities throughout the County.
  • Prepare request for proposals and coordinate bids for data processing equipment and software when applicable.
  • Provide information on general computer technology training/classes and disseminate to county employees (e.g. Windows operating system, Microsoft Office, etc.).
  • Perform specialized projects as assigned by the Board of Supervisors.
  • Provides assistance to the Auditor during elections.
  • Demonstrate an ability to learn new and existing software packages and adjust to hardware technological advances.
  • Continue education related to software and hardware applicable to county use.
  • Have excellent written and verbal communication skills. Must be able to communicate effectively and courteously, in English, both verbally and in writing, including the ability to present and explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

Able to work varied days, hours, shifts, locations, and emergency call-in hours as needed.

Job Requirements

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • A four (4) year degree in computer science or related field. Experience in operating, maintaining, troubleshooting network operations. Experience in virtual environments.
  • Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
  • Valid Driver's License issued by the State of lowa

Job Hours

  • Generally, 40 hours per week during a seven (7) day period.  May be required to work additional hours on weekends or during the week. Weekly schedule may vary depending upon department needs.

Applications & Related Files

Additional Information

Please send cover letter, Resume and County Application to:

Mahaska County Board of Supervisors

106 South 1st Street

Oskaloosa,  IA  52577

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