Job title: DISTRIBUTED COMPUTER SYSTEMS ANALYST – 42001758 1
Company: State of Florida
Job description: Requisition No: 816733
Agency: Agriculture and Consumer Services
Working Title: DISTRIBUTED COMPUTER SYSTEMS ANALYST – 42001758 1
Position Number: 42001758
Salary: $45,000.02 – $54,000.18
Posting Closing Date: 11/16/2023
DISTRIBUTED COMPUTER SYSTEMS ANALYST
FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES
DIVISION OF FOOD SAFETY
BUREAU OF ADMINISTRATION
***OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY***
CONTACT:
Ray Shepard, (850) 245-5572
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
A bachelors degree from an accredited college or university and two (2) years of experience in computer systems analysis, computer programming or in planning or designing distributed computer systems; or
A bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with major course of study in one of the computer sciences or in management information systems and one (1) year experience in computer systems analysis, computer programming or in planning or designing distributed computer systems; or
A masters degree from an accredited college or university with major course of study in one of the computer sciences or in management information systems; or
Three (3) years of experience as described above and either (1) completion of a 720 classroom hour program of study from a vocational/technical school or accredited community college in an area of data processing (excluding data entry), or (2) 60 semester or 90 quarter hours of college course work from an accredited institution which includes four courses in computer science or management information systems.
Experience as described above can be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required college education.
Completion of a one-year program of study from a vocational/technical school in an area of data processing (excluding data entry) can substitute for one year of the required experience.
Requires possession of a valid Class E driver license.
***ATTENTION CANDIDATES***
To be considered for a position with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services:
- All fields in the Candidate Profile must be completed (an attached resume is not a substitution for the information required on the candidate profile).
- Work history, duties and responsibilities, hours worked, supervisor, and formal education fields, etc. must be filled out to determine qualifications for this position.
- Responses to Qualifying Questions must be verifiable in the Candidate Profile.
The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services values
and supports employment of individuals with disabilities. Qualified
individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Occasional travel required.
NOTES:
Successful applicant must pass a background screening, including fingerprinting, as a condition of employment.
JOB DUTIES:
This is work installing, configuring, and supporting an organization’s desktop computers, printers, and peripherals. Incumbents maintain computer hardware and software, monitor computers to ensure computer availability to all system users and perform necessary maintenance to support computer availability. Incumbents may also assist other computer support specialists to plan, coordinate, and implement computer upgrades.
Provides hardware/desktop support through technical support and assistance to division users, including remote users, of microcomputers and network communications. Includes, but is not limited to: installs and performs minor repairs to hardware, software and peripheral equipment following design or installation specifications; enters commands and observes system functioning to verify correct operations and detect errors; inspects equipment and reads order sheets to prepare for delivery to users; provides authoritative information or advise on computer systems and programs for problem resolutions; uses program development techniques that create the most logical and efficient approach based on user needs and hardware characteristics. Supports remote users with applications, broadband, cable and Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) broadband and Virtual Private Network (VPN) usage. Uses imaging software to load the divisions Windows 11 image onto new laptops for deployment. Uses this image to restore corrupt systems or to replace hard drives, as needed. Configures imaged drives with the users account and ships them to the requested location.
Confers with staff, users and management to determine requirements for new systems or modifications. Tests and monitors software, hardware and peripheral equipment to evaluate use, effectiveness and adequacy of product for user. Prepares evaluations of software and hardware and submits recommendations to management for review. Refers major hardware or software problems or defective products to vendors or technicians for service.
Maintains record of daily data communication transactions, problems and remedial action taken, and installation activities. Reads trade magazines and technical manuals, maintains relations with hardware and software providers, and attends conferences and seminars, as required, to maintain knowledge of hardware and software. Works with developers and business managers to assure business needs are met. Assists developers with testing new/changer applications, features, bug fixes, etc. Provides support to the State Hemp Program. Some tasks may require evening, weekend and/or holiday activity, including overnight and/or extended travel.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of computer hardware, operating systems, MS Office Suite applications and information technology systems in general.
- Knowledge of the principles that promote effective quality control.
- Knowledge of applications development and deployment in a web-based environment.
- Knowledge of installing front end tools used to develop applications in an Oracle database.
- Ability to provide technical and instructional assistance to personal computer and application users.
- Ability to define and analyze end users needs, and configure a system to satisfy the needs.
- Skilled in the principles that promote effective support of users.
- Skilled in written and verbal communications.
- Skilled in managing small projects.
The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida
Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The States total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:
- Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
- Nine paid holidays and one Personal holiday each year;
- State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision and other supplemental insurance options;
- Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please visit
😉 * Flexible Spending Accounts;
- Tuition waivers;
- And more!
For a complete list of benefits, visit .
SPECIAL NOTES:
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Expected salary: $45000.02 – 54000.18 per year
Location: Tallahassee, FL