Position/Program Information TYPE OF RECRUITMENT Open Competitive Job Opportunity
APPLICATION FILING PERIOD Tuesday, September 3, 2024 at 8:00 a.m. through Monday, September 16, 2024 before 5:00 p.m. (PT)
EXAM NUMBER R2559M-R
Who are we looking for? County of Los Angeles is recruiting for highly motivated and career minded individuals to fill the position of Network Systems Administrator II. To view classification standards for the position, please click HERE .
We invite you to explore the possibility of joining a team who will turn challenges into opportunities and share the future of public sector IT!
With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation. As the largest employer in Southern California, over 112,000 employees in more than 36 departments provide vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities and many more.
We are dedicated professionals committed to preserving the dignity and integrity of the workplace as well as protecting the rights of each employee. With more than 2,300 different job descriptions, the County offers a lifetime of opportunities and careers! We offer one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the nation. Join us and discover a rich selection of health care options, robust retirement plans, and the flexibility to work, relax, and rejuvenate in order to reach your fullest personal and professional potential.
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FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA! Essential Job Functions- Performs network administration functions such as assisting in designing, configuring, deploying, testing, repairing and maintaining hardware/software/firmware upgrade.
- Performs the deployment of hardware, firmware and software upgrades for network appliances, gateways, and associated telecommunication devices.
- Configures and supports network devices such as Layer 2 and 3 configurations, Voice Gateways, wireless access points and controllers.
- Performs system administration functions such as assists designing and implementing enterprise infrastructure which encompasses hardware, servers and virtual systems.
- Performs the deployment of hardware and software upgrades for servers and storage (e.g., Blade Systems, Server Virtualization, Active Directory, clustering, VoIP (Voice over IP), storage solutions, video conferencing systems).
- Performs network security solutions (e.g., system network access control lists and host/network intrusion prevention systems) along with policy elements (e.g., end user roles and groups, trust relationships, access rights, directories, virus protection, security patch management, firewalls and software deployment).
- Performs various task related to enterprise cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities (e.g., malware, viruses, spyware, adware, trojan horses, worms, phishing, spear phishing).
- Provides support for information enterprise cybersecurity breaches (e.g., internal/external violations/threats, hacker attacks, viruses and system access).
- Analyzes network performance, throughput and bandwidth optimization requirements to solve system configuration and performance issues.
- Identifies and recommends appropriate network device changes.
- Implements and configures system thresholds, performs network tests, queries as needed in response to alerts.
- Performs critical data and configuration backup, database backup, system recovery, and/or participates in activities pertaining to business continuity and disaster recovery plans.
- Assists in performing site assessment including cabling, rack elevations, electrical, HVAC (Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning), and peripherals.
- Assists in performing video and web teleconferencing solutions.
- Participates in the analysis, evaluation, and risk assessment tasks required for implementation of new applications, and system changes (e.g., vendor provided patches, service packs, network products, devices and network management solutions).
- Maintains network standard operating procedures, logs, and files.
- Documents and tracks network assets (e.g., virtual servers, software subscriptions, network endpoints, mobile device manager) including purchasing, receiving, deployment, decommissioning, and disposal.
Requirements SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Option I: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited* college or university in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a closely related field -AND- two (2) years of full-time paid experience in a centralized Information Technology organization** within the last five (5) years in LAN design, configuration or administration.
Option II : Three (3) years full-time paid experience in a centralized Information Technology organization** within the last five (5) years in LAN design, configuration or administration.
LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to use an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
PHYSICAL CLASS: 3 - Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: * In order to receive credit for a bachelor's degree, you must include a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization with your application at the time of filing or e-mail a copy to vcudiamat@hr.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days from the last day of filing. We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst.
Note: Foreign studies must be evaluated by an academic credential evaluation agency and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from the United States. (See Accreditation Information under Employment Information )
** Centralized IT organization is defined as a unit or department that provides comprehensive IT services such as analysis, design, acquisition, development, implementation, maintenance, and/or support of information systems, under the direction or guidance of the organization’s Chief IT official.
Withhold Information
Withhold will not be allowed for this examination. Required experience must be fully met and indicated on the application by the last day of filing.
Endorsement of County Qualifications
County employees who wish to meet the requirements using out-of-class experience must provide official documentation such as additional responsibility bonus, out-of-class bonus, temporary assignment bonus, or reclassification study from CEO Classification with your application at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from application submission. Questionable experience may be verified through the Departmental HR Manager when necessary.
Additional InformationOUR ASSESSMENT PROCESS:
Once we have determined that you meet the requirements, we will invite you to participate in two (2) multiple-choice tests:
Part I : An online multiple-choice test
, weighted 40% , measuring:
- Deductive Reasoning
- Professional Potential
- Achievement
- Working Relationships
- Analyzing Information
- Learning Quickly
- Generating New Ideas
- Using Time Efficiently
- Working to High Quality Standards
- Adapting to Change
- Coping with Uncertainty
- Willingness to Learn
- Responsibility
Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on Part I in order to be invited to Part II of the examination. Part II : Multiple choice and/or simulation assessments,
weighted 60%, measuring:
- Networking and Implementation: Knowledge of networking devices, protocols, reference models, routing, and implementation of networks.
- Server Administration: Knowledge of Disaster Recovery, hardware, management process, network addressing and routing, optimization, security, storage, and users and resources.
- IP Routing and Switching: Knowledge of advanced routing topics, IP addressing, IP multicast, IP routing protocols, andlayer 2 switching.
- Cloud Computing: Knowledge of cloud computing concepts, cloud service models, virtualization, and private clouds.
Applicants must meet the selection requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each weighted part of the examination in order to be placed on the eligible list.
MULTIPLE-CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENT(S) ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19. Transfer of Assessment and/or Simulation Components - Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their responses automatically transferred to this examination.
- This examination contains assessment and/or simulation components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your assessment and/or simulation responses may be transferred.
Exam Preparation Study guides and other assessment and/or simulation preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment exams. While the guides will help you prepare for the exam, we advise you to review all related materials that you deem necessary.
- An interactive, Online Test Preparation System for taking practice exams may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at http://hr.lacounty.gov/ . Please click on "Find A Job" and then "Job Search Toolkit." Exam preparation information is located under the "Employment Test Assistance" section.
- Additional online practice exams are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests/ .
NOTE: All notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. DO NOT select "off" under Email Preferences within your profile or click "unsubscribe" on our notices if you would like the County of Los Angeles to notify you regarding your application status, test schedules, and other important information pertaining to your candidacy for this position. Please add vcudiamat@hr.lacounty.gov , awong@hr.lacounty.gov , info@governmentjobs.com , talentcentral@shl.com , noreply@proctoru.com , and donot-reply@amcatmail.com to your email addresses and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail.
Eligibility Information The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible list in the order of their score group for a period of six (6) months following the date of promulgation.
Vacancy Information The resulting eligible list will be used to fill vacancies throughout Los Angeles County departments.
Available Shift: Any
SPECIAL INFORMATION: How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online only. We must receive your application before 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this web site.
Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 p.m. deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address.
Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Selection Requirements as listed on this job posting. Provide any relevant job experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected.
Please note that all information included in the application materials is subject to verification at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment . Utilizing verbiage from Class Specification and minimum requirements serving as your description of duties will not be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and you may be disqualified .
Testing Accommodation
If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, you will be given the opportunity to make a request when completing your application. Please note, you may be required to submit documentation from a qualified medical provider or other qualified professional to support your request for a testing accommodation.
Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI) The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.
Social Security Number Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.
Computer and Internet Access at Public Libraries For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.
Follow us on Social Media!Have any questions about anything listed above? Contact us:
Exam Number: R2559M-R
Department Contact Name: Virna-liza Cudiamat
Department Contact Email: vcudiamat @hr.lacounty.gov
Department Contact Phone: (213) 433-3376
Testing Accommodations Coordinator: TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov
Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099
Alternate Teletype Phone: ( 800) 735-2929
California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922
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hereClosing Date/Time: 9/16/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
