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Description Under general supervision of the Technology Services Director or County Manager, plans, organizes, directs and supervises the Technology Services Department staff and designs, installs, repairs, maintains and keeps computers and network systems functional for Humboldt County & the Public Safety Communications System and other agencies; and performs other work as assigned. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: Oversees Technology Services Department projects. Maintains County computer networks, communications systems, TV translators; maintains records and orders components/supplies when necessary; supervises subordinate staff, including hiring, determining workload, delegating assignments, training, monitoring and evaluating performance, and taking disciplinary action.

Initially, the incumbent will be under the close supervision of the Technology Services Director or County Manager as they learn and train in County specific information systems and public safety communications system. Once the Technology Services Director or County Manager has determined the incumbent to be competent in the named County systems, they will become more independent in performing supervisory functions, be responsible for all projects and day-to-day activity for the Technology Services Department and receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise. This is an at-will position serving at the pleasure of the Technology Services Director or County Manager and Humboldt County.

Examples of Duties The duties listed below are examples of the work typically performed by an employee in this class. An employee may not be assigned all duties listed and may be assigned duties which are not listed below. Supervises, evaluates, trains and assigns daily duties to Technology Services Department staff.

Ensures all staff members meet training requirements and attend training classes. Schedules maintenance and repair activities, organizes and prioritizes work. Approves overtime to keep Public Safety Communications operational.

Schedules employees to cover off hour support. Plans support for outages affecting public safety communications and the County information system network. Designs County-wide networks supporting public safety, County information systems, and TV translator systems and components consisting of complex electronic equipment for County departments and other approved agencies (equipment such as, but not limited to: handheld and mobile two way radios; vehicle lighting and siren systems; computers, network equipment, routers, firewalls, switches; dispatch consoles with remote network radio consoles; data radio networks; VOIP & ROIP networks; controller paging encoders; transmitters; interfaces to CAD dispatch and weather monitoring systems; TV and FM radio transmitters, translators, and receivers; satellite receiving systems; video cameras, monitors and supporting network; analog and digital telephone systems; audio and video network recorders).

Hires department staff; Imposes disciplinary action as needed. Operates test equipment or software support such as, but not limited to, cable analyzer, oscilloscopes; current, power and voltmeters; microwave link analyzers, spectrum analyzers, base-band analyzers, RF frequency counters, noise loading test sets, baseband synthesizers, audio test sets, transmission impairment measuring test sets, T1 test sets, SWR test sets, sweep generators and deviation calibrators; semiconductors and curve testers; tuning and adjustment tools; signal generators and wave form monitors, SNMP software, remote support software, facility monitor software. Operates drills, hole saws, chassis punches, drill presses, soldering irons, power saws and tower erection tools, and related hand tools.

Assigns employees to respond to service calls from customers. Identifies problem(s), troubleshoots the cause of network, PC, printer, or communication system failures and explains the problem to the customer as well as the procedure to be followed to resolve the problem. Oversee the maintenance of towers and other antenna support structures and may install and repair antenna systems on those structures.

Maintains the physical structure of local and remote networks and microwave, communication sites by repairing, replacing, installing and maintaining structural components; installing and replacing defective and deteriorating materials; clearing the area of debris; painting the structures as needed. Oversee orders for networking or communication equipment, tools and supplies for use in performing job duties. Ensures emergency building maintenance and repairs at remote County facilities are addressed timely, safely and efficiently.

Operates 4-wheel and 2-wheel drive vehicles and snowcat into remote, mountainous county sites in varying weather conditions. Keeps records of work completed, equipment and supplies used, and hours worked on jobs for various County departments and other agencies. Ensures staff is adequately trained in applicable safety policies and procedures and has received instructions for safe use of all materials, tools and equipment.

Performs other duties as assigned. Typical Qualifications Knowledge and Ability: Knowledge of: Networked systems (and related network security principles and practices) and peripheral devices. Administering Active Directory and Microsoft Office 365 Providing support for identity, authentication, and authorization technologies including multifactor authentication and single sign-on Examining and re-engineering service and support operations and procedures and developing new strategies and procedures within Wireless network, Voice Over Internet Protocol (VOIP), Local Area Network (LAN), Virtual Private Network (VPN), and Wide Area Network (WAN) hardware and software capabilities and installation techniques Principles and practices of management and supervision Principles of budget preparation and administration Electronics including AC/DC principles Solid state and integrated circuit devices Microwave and multiplex principles and theories Analog and digital electronics Microprocessors Repeater stations Radio systems (such as transmitters, receivers, mobile and portable radios, base station dispatch consoles) Telephone systems Antenna systems Public Address (PA) systems Generators and emergency power equipment Solar electric systems Processes and procedures used in circuit analysis and corrective diagnosis, modification, repair, and troubleshooting of related equipment Math including algebra and trigonometry Calibration principles and techniques Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and national electric code Skill to: Prepare and present technical and management reports and presentations Develop and implement data security policies, procedures, guidelines, and training programs Develop and implement an information disaster recovery plan and integrate it into the organization's business recovery plan Train users in the application of security processes Ability to: Effectively administer departmental projects and operations consistent with County policies and goals Supervise department staff Plan, direct, and evaluate the work of department staff Work effectively under the pressure of deadlines, conflicting demands, and emergencies Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of County staff, elected and appointed official, and members of the public Gain cooperation through discussion and persuasion Collect, interpret, and evaluate narrative and statistical data pertaining to policy, fiscal, and department operation matters Analyze policies, regulations, projects, activities, and methods Select alternatives, project the consequences of proposed actions, implement administrative policies and work programs consistent with regulations and with County policies and goals Understand, interpret, and apply laws and regulations Present findings, recommendations, and policies to individuals and groups in an understandable and persuasive manner Communicate effectively in writing on matters related to department policies, funding and operations Work independently Apply principles, analysis, and past practical experience to design, repair and/or modify Public Safety Communications/County Networks or ancillary equipment in situations which may include isolated locations without direct contact with technical assistance Read, understand and follow complex instructions and schematics in the performance of job duties Sense directions and maintain awareness of location when moving between work locations Work in high places Operate 4-wheel drive and off-road vehicles on rough terrain and slippery surfaces Special Requirements: Maintain a current and valid Nevada driver's license.

Must pass a local law enforcement grade background investigation and pre-employment drug screening. County-wide networks for public safety communication systems must be maintained and kept functional and may require the Technology Services Manager to travel extensively, be on call during non-working hours including holidays, and perform job duties outside of regularly scheduled work hours. Experience and Training: Any combination of training, education and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities.

A typical way to gain the required knowledge and ability is: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college, or university, with major course work in computer science, management information systems, computer engineering or closely related field and five (5) years of progressively responsible professional information technology and communications radio technology experience which involved quality assurance, computer operations, systems administration, network administration, database administration, applications analysis, assisting in design aspects of technology support systems listed herein, or information security. Professional level Cisco Career Certification that corresponds to duties, functions, and expertise outlined herein, or information security. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Humboldt County is an Equal Employment Opportunity provider in the services it offers.