Computer Information Technology Specialst II

Job Location: This is an in-person position located at the Missouri State Capitol, 201 W. Capitol Avenue, Jefferson City, MO.

This is an advanced professional, technical and consultative position with work in the support and coordination of computer information technology services and activities.

Position provides support and coordination of computer information technology services for the Senate. Position provides technical expertise in computer systems analysis and design; database and/or network administration; systems programming and other computer information technology functions. Works under the general direction of the Information Technology Director.

• Provides technical expertise in computer systems analysis and design; database and/or network administration; systems programming; and/or other computer information technologies specialties.
• Provides guidance and training to other personnel.
• Provides customer or technical support for systems.
• Provides technical support for both internal and external organizational computer systems.
• Supports applications that span multiple platforms.
• Designs, writes, maintains, documents and tests complex computer programs and clearly defined segments of highly complex programs.
• Develops quality control procedures and hardware and/or software standards.
• Assists in the research, review, recommendation, and preparation of requests for proposals and/or bid specifications for hardware and/or software purchases.
• Assist in computer systems disaster recovery plan maintenance and implementation.
• Designs procedures for preserving data integrity.
• Performs other related work as assigned.

Bachelor’s degree and four years experience in computer information technology. Five years of experience in programming, network administration, systems analysis and design, or closely related field may be substituted for required education.

Essential Knowledge and Abilities:

• Considerable knowledge of the principles of computer programming and systems analysis, design, testing and documentation.
• Considerable knowledge of the general operating principles and capabilities of computer hardware and software.
• Considerable knowledge of software reference libraries and related utility programs.
• Considerable knowledge of computer security systems and procedures.
• Considerable knowledge of computer networking and telecommunications.
• Considerable knowledge of computer operating systems.
• Considerable knowledge of database management systems.
• Working knowledge of the principles of disaster recovery.
• Working knowledge of the procurement process.
• Ability to prepare and maintain standards, policies, procedures, guidelines and technical manuals.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve hardware and/or software problems.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to train and assist-experienced personnel.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .

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