Manatee County Government, Work That Matters · 2 days ago
IT - Senior Specialist
Bradenton, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$65K/yr - $85K/yr
6+ years expManatee County Government is committed to providing impactful services to the community, and they are seeking a Senior IT Specialist. The role involves advanced analytical and technical work, focusing on identifying and resolving complex IT problems while providing leadership and support for various projects.
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Responsibilities
The incumbent is an effective team player and provides technical leadership skills in a manner that fosters commitment, team spirit, pride, and mutual trust and respect; and manages the work of others
The incumbent is self-motivated, promotes organizational change, and is committed to challenging the status quo; and is proficient in using business process disciplines in performing work assignments in an effective and efficient manner, while providing recommendations for continuous improvements
Assesses resources and capabilities to influence and develop others to change or improve standards, policies, procedures, and work plans to enable high-performance
Contributes to project plans, executes, and supports business strategies and solutions that meet critical success factors and desired outcomes, with appropriate key performance indicators for monitoring and controls
The incumbent contributes to a shared vision with the ability to work with others to achieve that vision
Leverages the PMO for planning, implementing, reporting and evaluating work; and supports the discipline of project management
Creates business cases that justify cost in terms of business value and return on investment and maintains the highest standards of financial stewardship
Provides for service level criteria and meets or exceeds service level commitments in pursuit of customer satisfaction
Manages customer expectations through Business Relationship Management
Stays on the cutting-edge of relevant technology by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks, and participating in professional organizations
Takes ownership for troubleshooting major technical, organizational, and controversial problems and projects, and provides corrective actions driven by a sense of urgency
Occasionally prepares and delivers verbal and written presentations to peers, executives, and customers at various levels of the organization
Supports and participates in employee developmental plans, and evaluates, counsels, and rates organizational and employee performance as required
Trains and mentors' colleagues and lower-level employees as a subject matter expert
Performs other related work (including weather or extreme emergency duties) as required
Qualification
Required
Advanced proficiency in two or more of the following fields: Database Administration, Network Services, Desktop Services, Server Administration, Application Design, Application Development, Solution Life-Cycle Management, Enterprise Architecture, Quality Assurance, Incident Problem Management, Change Management, Configuration Management, Security Management, Financial Management, Service Management, Customer Service Center, Production Application Services, Storage Area Network, Middleware Services, Project Portfolio Management, Document Management, Wireless Communications, Telecommunications, Radio, Audio Visual, Geographical Information Services, Internet Web Services, Business Intelligence, and Organizational Development
Subject matter experience must be current with particular emphasis on Microsoft platform administration including the following: Active Directory, Windows Server, PowerShell, Azure, Azure AD, Office 365, Office 365 Planner, Office 365 Teams, Office 365 Security and Compliance Center, Azure Active Directory B2B, SharePoint developer, SharePoint Administration, PowerBI, PowerApps, Power Automate
High School Diploma or equivalent with (6) six years of relevant information technology experience; or (4) four years of relevant information technology experience and an associate degree in information technology, computer science, computer technology, or related field; or (2) two years of relevant information technology experience and a bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, computer technology, or related field
One (1) year of leadership experience
Valid driver's license required with valid Florida driver license required within 30 days of hire
Must be able to pass a background check (including fingerprinting) and Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) Level 4 Security Awareness Training before start date
Must possess or be able to obtain Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) certifications IS-100.b and IS-700.a within six months from date of hire
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered
Preferred
ITIL
EPAS
SDLC
PMBOK
Other related certifications desired
Benefits
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): • ComPsych – offers all employees and their family members with emotional, financial, legal, and work/life balance support.
LAMP counselors available for personal support including emotional, substance abuse, marital, and financial issues.
Five (5) free visits annually for employees and covered family members.
Wellness/Health Coaches (5 Free per year)
On-site Fitness Centers for you and your dependents with 24/7 access
Personal Training (5 Free per year)
Pharmacy Technician
Group Fitness Classes
Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy Management
Diabetes Care Program
Registered Dietician (5 Free per year)
Massages with licensed therapist (small copay)
Workers’ Compensation
Training/Seminars
Premium Pay Differentials/Career Ladders
Government employee discounts at many retailers and attractions
Access to Manatee County Library Services (books, digital services, tools, museum passes).
12 Paid Holidays including New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
Three (3) Personal Holidays
Personal Sick Leave
Family Sick Leave
Sick Leave Bank (Donated Hours)
Professional Medical Appointment Leave
Bereavement Leave
Military Leave
Military Training Leave
FMLA
Vacation Days
Award-winning Health Plan with deductibles as low as $0.
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Prescription Insurance
Life Insurance (6 times salary at low cost)
Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance
Florida Retirement System (FRS) with Pension Plan and Investment Plan options.
457b Tax Deferred and ROTH account options through Voya.
FRS Webinars
Free financial guidance with licensed, non-commissioned financial planner
Professional Leadership Programs
Instructor-Led and eLearning Training
Career Counseling
Toastmasters
Networking Membership (Manatee Chamber of Commerce, Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance)
Employee Recognition Programs with monetary and time-off awards
Tuition Reimbursement eligible after six (6) months of Public Service, including GED reimbursement.
Continuing Education support through Training/Seminars and Premium Pay Differentials/Career Ladder.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Options for Health Care and Dependent Care Spending Accounts providing pre-tax savings.
Company
Manatee County Government, Work That Matters
Manatee County Government has made quality customer service to you, our customers – Manatee residents, business owners and visitors – our top priority.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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