Orange County NC Website
KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION: <br />o Knowledge of multiple computer operating systems and programs, including email, server, <br />network, desktop, security and backup systems, <br />n Knowledge of trends and standards of the computer industry, and relevant local, state, and <br />federal regulations. <br />o Skill in project management methodologies, including developing project plans, managing <br />risks, assessing scope, developing resource plans, testing, implementation and user <br />acceptance. <br />o Ability to manage a Help Desk, <br />o Skill in troubleshooting and problem solving. <br />o Skill in management and supervision. <br />o Skill in oral and written communication, <br />SUPERVISORY CONTROLS: The Chief Information Officer assigns work in terms of <br />department and countywide goals and objectives. The work is reviewed through observation of <br />department activities. <br />GUIDELINES: Guidelines include relevant state and federal laws, county ordinances, <br />department policies and procedures, and established standards in the computer information <br />services field. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application, <br />COMPLEXITY: The work consists of varied administrative and technical duties. <br />Troubleshooting as a result of virus attacks, hackers, 3`d party software, and user behavior that <br />are outside of the County's influence contributes to the complexity of the work, Juggling <br />conflicting priorities due to multiple system problems and the level of IT staff in relation to the <br />number of County users also contributes to the complexity of the work. <br />SCOPE AND EFFECT: The purpose of this position is to operate and maintain Orange County <br />computing resources, through help desk management, IT support operations, project <br />management and external support resources. <br />PERSONAL CONTACTS: Contacts are typically with co-workers, department heads, other <br />county employees, members of Human Services Automation committee, members of PC Users <br />group, vendors, consultants, and representatives from other local/state government agencies, <br />PURPOSE OF CONTACTS: Contacts are typically to give and exchange information, consult <br />on operational needs, resolve problems, negotiate and settle matters, and provide services, <br />PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work is typically performed while sitting, standing, or stooping. <br />The employee occasionally lifts light and heavy objects, uses tools or equipment requiring a <br />high degree of dexterity and must distinguish between shades of color. <br />