Jo Daviess County, IL Government is seeking qualified candidates to fill a full-time PSAP Technical Support Specialist position in the GIS/IT Department. This position is primarily responsible for supporting public safety software applications and systems management utilized in the Jo Daviess County Sheriff’s Office/E911 PSAP (Public Safety Answering Point), assisting other IT staff with responding to “Help Desk” calls and requests from end users at the Sheriff’s Office; and supporting the County’s technology needs.
Qualifications
- An Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Information Systems, or Computer Science with a focus on computer support and networking or equivalent work experience
- Certifications such as CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, Microsoft, Cisco, Dell, VMware, Fortinet, or other pertinent certifications
- At least two (2) years of experience supporting desktop computer software
- Experience or ability to learn functions of a PSAP
- Any equivalent combination of related education, training, and experience
- Willingness and ability to work non-standard hours when needed
- Must successfully complete a criminal background check and fingerprints will be kept documented on file for identification purposes
This exempt position starts at an annual salary of $64,542 and comes with paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. A full County benefits package is included.
The position description, pay schedule and benefits package, and the Jo Daviess County general job application can be found at https://jodaviesscountyil.gov/jobs
Please email a cover letter, resume, and completed general job application to Joe Kratcha, IT/GIS Director, at jkratcha@jodaviesscountyil.gov
The position will remain open until filled.
Jo Daviess County, IL Local Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $64,542.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Experience level:
Schedule:
Education:
Experience:
- Computer networking: 2 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Galena, IL 61036 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Galena, IL 61036: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person