IT Analyst I: Public Safety

Reporting directly to an assigned manager or director, responsible for analyzing, defining, and creating technological solutions for specific hardware and/or software to solve business problems and meet user and organizational needs. Level I of III in Analysts.

• Performs technical analysis of applicable data to produce products and solutions to resolve technology-related business problems
• Provides technical consulting and support services as needed
• Assists with developing alternative workflow solutions by analyzing and testing new or existing procedures
• Performs routine to moderately complex computer systems and server environment analysis work to ensure stable systems for all users throughout the County
• Analyzes and defines business processes associated with system enhancements
• Participates in designing and maintaining system configuration and setup
• Works as part of a team to procure and implement major systems or upgrades to existing applications and systems
• Attends all meetings and trainings, as required
• Performs special duties as assigned

Specialized Assignment (in addition to the duties above):

Public Safety

• Supports applications used by first responders in Williamson County and participating agencies
• Assists with projects related to public safety technologies
• Assists in writing technical procedures and documentation for public safety applications
• Participates in a rotating after hours on-call schedule

ORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPS

• Reports directly to – An assigned manager or director
• Direct Reports – No

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

• Work is primarily indoors in an air-conditioned environment
• Regular travel between work sites as required

IRREGULAR HOURS

• Work outside of the normal office hours (Monday – Friday) may be required
• May be deemed essential personnel in the event of an emergency
• Regular attendance is required

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

• Vocational/technical diploma or certificate and two (2) years of job-related experience; OR three (3) years of job-related experience
• Working knowledge of specific job-related technology

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Required

Required within thirty (30) days of employment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• Working knowledge in all areas of technology software, hardware, data, methodologies, frameworks, and infrastructure

EMPLOYMENT TESTING 

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

• Criminal background check: Yes
• Motor Vehicle Record check: Yes
• Drug screening: No
• Physical exam: No
• Psychological exam: No
• Additional: N/A

A Williamson County online application (resumes alone are not sufficient) must be received before the position is closed. Positions are open until filled, subject to close at any time after five (5) business days. The Human Resources Department is located at 100 Wilco Way, Georgetown, TX 78626. Phone (512) 943-1533 or visit our website at www.wilcotx.gov/469/Human-Resources.  
 
Williamson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA).  If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.

TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE POLICY

Williamson County is a tobacco free workplace. The use of tobacco products (e.g., cigarettes, cigars, pipes, snuff, chew, etc.) and Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) (e.g., vapor, e-cigarettes, etc.) is prohibited on all Williamson County premises. Employees who violate this policy are subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.