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Municipality of Anchorage DATA SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN I - Range 22 / APD in Anchorage, Alaska

DATA SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN I - Range 22 / APD

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DATA SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN I - Range 22 / APD

Salary

$34.99 - $49.32 Hourly

Location

Anchorage, AK

Job Type

Regular

Job Number

2024-00777

Department

Anchorage Police Department

Division

APD Data Systems

Opening Date

08/29/2024

Closing Date

9/15/2024 5:00 PM Alaska

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Job Information

Open to the general public and any current Municipal employee.

This position is represented by the Anchorage Police Department Employees Association (APDEA) and is subject to the provisions of the current agreement between the Municipality of Anchorage and the Union.

DEPARTMENT: Anchorage Police Department

HOURS OF WORK: 4/11s or 5/9s, Days off vary

LOCATION: 4501 Elmore Road

Example of Duties

This is a two-level class series in which candidates with Information Technology education and experience may enter the series at the Data Systems Technician I level and progress to the Data Systems Technician II level with training and experience in the Police Data Systems specialty.


Supplemental Information:

Assist in the administration of application servers, internal and external databases, and network services for the Anchorage Police Department. Advise users on currently available technology at the agency. Coordinate with consultants, administrative staff, employees, other agencies, and vendors to install and configure hardware and software products. Provide user orientation and training on any supported technology. Assist other technicians with standard helpdesk related activities. May be called at any time of day to respond to trouble calls and resolve or coordinate the resolution of problems associated with hardware or applications. Utilize and work with Microsoft Windows workstation and server operating systems, Microsoft Active Directory, Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft SQL databases, MFPs, desktop/laptop workstations, diagnostic tools for voice/data/equipment cables. Perform other related duties as assigned or required.

Minimum Qualifications / Substitutions / Preferences

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent, and five (5) years of technical experience in Information Technology, or a related field, which included working with clients on the resolution of computer problems and/or the configuration of hardware, software, and network facilities.

OR

Associate’s degree in Computer Science, or a related discipline, and three (3) years of technical experience in Information Technology, or a related field, which included working with clients on the resolution of computer problems and/or the configuration of hardware, software, and network facilities.

OR

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, or a related discipline, and one (1) year of technical experience in Information Technology, or a related field, which included working with clients on the resolution of computer problems and/or the configuration of hardware, software, and network facilities

All applicants must possess and/or complete:

  • Satisfactory drug screening at time of hire.

  • Satisfactory national criminal background investigation (13 AAC 85.010, and 13 AAC 85.210) and financial review at time of hire.

  • Valid State of Alaska Driver’s License with satisfactory driving record at time of hire.

  • Alaska Public Safety Information Network (APSIN) / National Crime Information Center (NCIC) certification within thirty (30) days of hire.

  • Satisfactory Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) background check within six (6) months of hire.

Preference:

  • VMware and NetApp experience/certification

  • Experience administering Domain Servers, Local Area Networks (LAN), Internal and External databases, and/or network services

  • Experience using Microsoft Windows workstation and server operating systems, Microsoft Active Directory, Microsoft Office Suite, and/or Microsoft Exchange

  • Experience with an OS imaging and software deployment program

Additional Important Information

Preference will be given to Anchorage Police Department (APD) employees. APD employees who are successful in the screening process will be forwarded to the department for consideration prior to any non-APD applicants.

The APD Internal Selection Process will be utilized. The Internal Selection Process includes evaluating and confirming applicant information and developing a ranked list by the following factors:

  • Oral Board (minimum 60% passing score)

  • Discipline Review (For internal applicants only).

  • Secondary Discipline Review will occur at time of transfer. (The list will be re-ranked, if necessary, to account for both new discipline and expired discipline). (For internal applicants only).

    The eligibility list for the Data Systems Technician I assignment is good for one (1) year from the date following the conclusion of the selection process, when the Certified Eligibility List is published (for internal applicants only).

    Successful applicants will be invited to test. Testing will include satisfactory passing of: Nelson/Denny Comprehension Exam, personal history questionnaire, assessment interview, and an oral board.

    Passing results of the Nelson/Denny Reading Comprehension exam are valid for one year from the date of the tests. The test scores/results may be used when applying for other positions within APD. Current APD Employees who have previously passed, are exempt from the Nelson Denny Comprehension Exam.


The Municipality of Anchorage participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-verify Program. For more information, please go to http://www.uscis.gov/E-verify. E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

If selected for hire, the appointment in this position will be conditional based upon a satisfactory Municipal Employment Office conducted Background Check. A Background Check encompasses criminal history, verifying education, and verifying dates of employment.

If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon the submission of a current copy of the applicant's Alaska Driver's License, and a current (dated within 30 days from date requested) copy of his/her Department of Motor Vehicle driving record, including a driving record from previous states, if the Alaska Driver's License was first issued within one year prior to application, documenting an acceptable driving history. The processing fee(s) are the responsibility of the selected applicant.

For information on acceptable driving history, please refer to the MOA Driving Conviction Guidelines. (http://www.muni.org/Departments/employee_relations/Documents/DrivingConvictionsGuidelines.pdf) (Download PDF reader)

As a condition of employment, the person selected will be required to successfully complete a drug screening prior to beginning work and will be subject to future periodic drug and alcohol tests on a random basis without advance notice.

All required certifications and/or licenses must remain current for the duration of employment.

Military Service Interview Preference

Veterans who wish to be considered for interview preference, as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D, must attach to the application a copy of their DD Form 214, DD Form 256, NGB Form 22, or a letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs, recognizing the person as a veteran. The attached documentation must show an honorable discharge or general (under honorable conditions) discharge. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.

Individuals currently serving as a member in good standing in the National Guard or the organized military reserves who wish to be considered for interview preference, as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D, must attach proof of current service to the application. Proof of current service can be shown by submission of a statement of service which, at a minimum, shows the full name, date of birth, Social Security Number, date service began, branch of service, rank, name of command providing the information, and unit of assignment. The statement of service must be on a form or letterhead of the individual’s command organization, and shows the name, signature, title, and contact information of the signer providing the statement of service. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.

The Municipality of Anchorage is an Employer of National Service. Please be sure to include any volunteer work with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, or other national service programs on your application in the work history portion.

Application Process

Once an applicant clicks on the "Apply" link underneath the header section of a vacancy announcement, they will be directed to the www.GovernmentJobs.com website to log into their existing account (or to create an account) of their application profile. Applicants will create or review their profile, make any updates necessary, and submit their application from their personal account.

NOTE: The GovernmentJobs website and applicant's profile accounts are not administered by the Municipality of Anchorage. For technical assistance or customer service regarding an account profile, applicants may contact the GovernmentJobs customer support line at 1-855-524-5627.

For general questions regarding Municipal vacancy announcements or the employment process with the Municipality of Anchorage, applicants may contact the Employee Relations Department at 907-343-4442 during regular business hours of Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Alaska Standard Time.

The MOA is an EO and AA Employer and complies with Title I of the ADA.

For information regarding requests for reasonable accommodations related to employment under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Municipality of Anchorage ADA Coordinator at 907-343-4571.

The Municipality of Anchorage (MOA) offers a competitive benefits package to eligible employees that may include:

Health / Medical Benefits:

  • Medical/Dental/Vision/Audio

  • Life Insurance

  • Dependent Life Insurance

  • Short Term Disability

  • Long Term Disability

  • Flexible Spending Accounts – Health and Dependent Care

  • Health Savings Accounts

Retirement:

  • State of Alaska Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) Program

  • 401(k) up to 4% employer match

  • 457 Deferred Compensation Plan

Employer Paid Benefits:

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Paid Leave Plan

  • 11 Paid Holidays

Education Incentives:

  • Paid Tuition and Books

  • 4% Pay Raise for Associate's Degree

  • 8% Pay Raise for Bachelor's Degree

For an overview of our medical benefit package go to http://www.muni.org/Departments/employee_relations/Pages/BenefitsSummaries (http://www.muni.org/Departments/employee_relations/Pages/BenefitsSummaries.aspx) .

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In order to be considered, applicants must provide accurate and complete education and work history information in its entirety. The referenced information listed on the online application will be used to determine the applicant's qualifications toward meeting the minimum requirements for the position (e.g., if you list that you have 6 years of experience in a certain field, that experience must be easily identifiable on the 'Work Experience' section of your application).

Attaching a resume is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume" or any similar comment on any portion of your application may lead to you being disqualified for the position.

If the experience you reference in the below questions is not clearly included and described in your Work History section, your application will be considered not qualified for this position and you may be removed from consideration.

Do you understand, in order to be considered for this position, accurate and complete education and work history information must be provided?

  • Yes

  • No

    02

    Are you a current Municipal employee within the Anchorage Police Department?

  • Yes

  • No

    03

    Which best describes your level of education?

  • None / Less than high school

  • High school diploma / GED / Equivalent

  • Associate's degree in Computer Science, or a related discipline

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, or a related discipline

    04

    Which best describes your level of technical experience in Information Technology, or a related field which included working with clients on the resolution of computer problems and/or the configuration of hardware, software, and network facilities?

  • None - less than 1 year

  • 1 year - less than 2 years

  • 2 years - less than 3 years

  • 3 years - less than 4 years

  • 4 years - less than 5 years

  • 5 years or more

    05

    Describe the experience that relates to this position in detail, that you referenced for the above question, and indicate which position(s) in your application's Work History supports your response. Noting "see resume", "N/A", or a similar comment may result in you being removed from consideration for this position.

    06

    Do you currently possess a valid State of Alaska Driver's License or can obtain one by the time of hire?

  • Yes

  • No

    07

    Do you currently possess a VMware and//or NetApp certification?

  • Yes

  • No

    08

    Which best describes your experience with VMware and NetApp?

  • None - less than 1 year

  • 1 year - less than 2 years

  • 2 years - less than 3 years

  • 3 years - less than 4 years

  • 4 years - less than 5 years

  • 5 years or more

    09

    Describe the experience that relates to this position in detail, that you referenced for the above question, and indicate which position(s) in your application's Work History supports your response. Noting "see resume", "N/A", or a similar comment may result in you being removed from consideration for this position.

    10

    Which best describes your experience in administering Domain Servers, Local Area Networks (LAN), Internal and External databases, and/or network services?

  • None - less than 1 year

  • 1 year - less than 2 years

  • 2 years - less than 3 years

  • 3 years - less than 4 years

  • 4 years - less than 5 years

  • 5 years or more

    11

    Describe the experience that relates to this position in detail, that you referenced for the above question, and indicate which position(s) in your application's Work History supports your response. Noting "see resume", "N/A", or a similar comment may result in you being removed from consideration for this position.

    12

    Which best describes your experience using Microsoft Windows workstation and server operating systems, Microsoft Active Directory, Microsoft Office Suite, and/or Microsoft Exchange?

  • None - less than 1 year

  • 1 year - less than 2 years

  • 2 years - less than 3 years

  • 3 years - less than 4 years

  • 4 years - less than 5 years

  • 5 years or more

    13

    Describe the experience that relates to this position in detail, that you referenced for the above question, and indicate which position(s) in your application's Work History supports your response. Noting "see resume", "N/A", or a similar comment may result in you being removed from consideration for this position.

    14

    Which best describes your experience with an OS imaging and software deployment program?

  • None - less than 1 year

  • 1 year - less than 2 years

  • 2 years - less than 3 years

  • 3 years - less than 4 years

  • 4 years - less than 5 years

  • 5 years or more

    15

    Describe the experience that relates to this position in detail, that you referenced for the above question, and indicate which position(s) in your application's Work History supports your response. Noting "see resume", "N/A", or a similar comment may result in you being removed from consideration for this position.

    Required Question

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Municipality of Anchorage

Address

632 W 6th Avenue, Suite 605 Anchorage, Alaska, 99501

Phone

(907) 343-4442

Website

http://www.muni.org/jol

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