Senior Public Safety Systems Administrator



Job Details

Senior Public Safety Systems Administrator
Employer

Waukesha County

Salary

$33.53 - $44.33 Hourly

Location

Waukesha, WI

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

SrPSSA DOA 4/30/18

Department

Administration Department

Opening Date

04/30/2018

Closing Date

Continuous

Description

Under direction, to support and administer all system-wide functions and technology issues related to the County's public safety computer systems as well as perform other duties as required.

Example of Duties

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
 

  1. Functions as the Technical Systems Administrator for the County's public safety computer system.
  2. Researches best practices for the public safety systems and the related State and County justice systems.
  3. Responsible for the detailed analysis of all computing needs, requirements, and business practices for the Waukesha County public safety system functions, and for making appropriate recommendations regarding computerization and design of workflow.
  4. Provides training and assistance to all users of the public safety systems in the use and operation of those systems, and provides guidance in the use of processes and procedures...
  5. Participates in providing functional oversight of project work and in acting as project coordinator when and where appropriate; assists in directing the efforts of both user and technical staff, including contracted support, to conclude assigned project initiatives.
  6. Tests and recommends modifications to application software and implements installation and conversion of application software.
  7. Provides system support and technical input to all public safety system related committees and agencies.
  8. Researches and analyzes additional software requirements for the public safety systems; evaluates feasibility of purchase in accordance with user requirements and other criteria; and makes appropriate recommendations regarding purchase of software packages.
  9. Provides ongoing support and maintenance of applications by analyzing and resolving problems, and by developing software enhancements and modifications to existing systems and purchased software.
  10. Develops and conducts training of users on a group or one-on-one basis, including the development of training materials.
  11. Assists in the development of database structures, and procedures for security, recovery, backup, and retention.
  12. Participates in the administration of overall public safety system security for all users and agencies, including security privileges; maintenance of accounts, geobase, database, and server access; code tables; and law records management.
  13. Prepares and maintains detailed records, reports, and system documentation.
  14. May oversee the daily work of contracted staff; and may participate in the development and evaluation of requests for proposals and bid responses.
  15. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with co-workers, employees at all levels of the County, and vendors.
  16. Performs other duties as required.

 

QUALIFICATIONS
 
Essential Knowledge and Abilities
 

  1. Considerable knowledge of management information systems principles, practices, and technologies.
  2. Considerable knowledge of the purchased public safety computer system.
  3. Considerable knowledge of application development principles, practices, languages, and technologies.
  4. Considerable knowledge of the use of relational databases.
  5. Considerable knowledge of the business practices related to Police, Fire/EMS and Dispatch operations.
  6. Considerable knowledge of project management principles and practices.
  7. Ability to analyze complex information; evaluate alternatives; make appropriate recommendations; and implement solutions.
  8. Assist in the design and develop of software for computerized information systems.
  9. Ability to organize and prioritize multiple work assignments.
  10. Ability to maintain accurate and detailed records, and prepare and present written and oral reports and recommendations.
  11. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
  12. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Minimum Qualifications

    1.            High school graduation or GED equivalent.

    2.            Four (4) years of progressively responsible work experience in public safety systems administration and applications and systems or a closely related field.

OR

    3.            Post high school education from a recognized technical school, college or university in computer science, management information systems or a related area my be substituted for part of the work experience requirement as follows:

A.                 Associate's Degree and three (3) years of work experience.

B.                  Bachelor's Degree and two (2) years of experience.

C.                  Master's Degree and one (1) year of experience.

Waukesha County's pay plans, group insurance programs, and other benefit policies comprise a package that is highly competitive and satisfies the needs of its employees.  This is intended to give only a brief summary of the employee benefit package. Additional information will be provided at the time of hire.  Benefits for part-time positions are pro-rated. 

Vacation
2-weeks                                               1 – 2 years of service
3-weeks                                               3 – 9 years of service
4-weeks                                               10 – 16 years of service
5-weeks                                               17 or more years of service

Holidays
9 paid holidays
New Year's Day
Memorial Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Thanksgiving day
The Day after Thanksgiving
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
New Year's Eve Day

Floating Holidays
2 paid floating holidays earned on February 1 and June 1
 
Sick Leave
12-days of sick leave granted immediately upon hire. Thereafter, 1-day earned per month, up to a maximum of 120-days
 
Funeral Leave
Up to 24-hours of leave with pay to attend the funeral of an immediate family member
 
Health Insurance
County pays 85% of premium and employee contributes 15% of the premium

Health Savings Account
Pre-tax savings account that can be used for qualifying medical expenses (e.g. office visit fees, co-pays, prescriptions, vision and dental).  County contributes to health savings account based on HRA completion-- $2,250 for family plan and $1,125 for single plan

Onsite Health and Wellness Clinic
Available to individuals who are enrolled in the County's health insurance plan including employees, spouses, and children ages 2+.  Preventive care services are free.  All dispensed prescriptions are $2. Dispensed available ACA preventative medications are $0 cost. Non-preventative care visits are $30.  Physical therapy is $25 per visit.  Clinic staffed with MD and Physician Assistant, Physical Therapists, and Health Coaches
 
Dental Insurance
Choice of two dental plans. Coverage begins on the first day of the month following 6-months of employment 
 
Vision Insurance
Coverage begins on the first day of the month following 60-days of employment
 
Employee Wellness Activities & Program/Fitness Center
24/7 access to a wealth of health tools and information on the wellness portal.  On-going education programs, fitness challenges and classes. On-site fitness center
 
Retirement Pension
Immediate enrollment in the Wisconsin Retirement System.  Learn more http://etf.wi.gov/members/benefits_wrs.htm.
 
457 Deferred Compensation
Optional program used to supplement retirement income.  Pre-tax and Roth options available
 
Roth IRA
Optional post-tax program used to supplement retirement income
 
Life Insurance
Automatic coverage in life insurance at no cost to employee. Additional coverage for spouse and dependents available at the employee's expense
 
Dependent Care Reimbursement
Optional pre-tax account used for child and elder/care expenses
 
Retirement Health Savings Plan
Automatic enrollment in a retirement health savings plan. County makes contributions on behalf of employee   
 
Long-term Disability Insurance
Automatic coverage in long-term disability. County pays 100% of monthly premiums
 
Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary program that offers free and confidential assessments, short-term counseling, referrals, and follow-up services to employees and their family members who have personal and/or work-related problems. Unlimited access to a highly informative website with articles and tools to support you in a wide variety of your work/life needs
 
Tuition Reimbursement
Financial assistance for attending Job-related classes
 
Employee Discount Programs
  • Dell products
  • Cell service through US Cellular, AT&T Wireless, Sprint Wireless, Verizon
  • Special licensing for a copy of Microsoft Office for home use

Employer
Waukesha County
Address
515 W. Moreland Blvd.
AC Room 160
Waukesha, Wisconsin, 53188
Phone
262-548-7044

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