Enterprise Financial Systems DIS Specialist I - Confidential



Enterprise Financial Systems DIS Specialist I - Confidential

Salary

$74,969.35 - $91,144.53 Annually

Location

Santa Rosa, CA

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

22/11-7158-O

Department

Auditor – Controller – Treasurer – Tax Collector' Office (AUD)

Opening Date

11/02/2022

Closing Date

12/27/2022 2:58 PM Pacific

Bargaining Unit

05

Position Information

The Sonoma County Auditor-Controller-Treasurer-Tax Collector’s (ACTTC) Office seeks an experienced Information Systems professional to join their Enterprise Financial System (EFS) Support Organization team!
Starting salary up to $43.67/hourly ($91,144/annually), an additional $.90/hour confidential premium, plus a cash allowance of approximately $600/month, and a competitive total compensation package!*

Note: The ACTTC Office is recruiting to fill an Enterprise Financial Systems Department Information Systems Specialist (EFS Specialist) at either the I or II level. If you are interested in applying at the II level of this opportunity, you must apply to the separate, concurrent recruitment being conducted for that level.

The EFS Specialist is an integral member of the EFS Support Organization. This position is responsible for supporting the information technology needs of county employees and contractors working with the ACTTC office. EFS Specialists help maintain access and functionality for budget, financial, and supply chain systems, which include but are not limited to, Oracle PeopleSoft Financials and Supply Chain Management, Oracle Planning and Budgeting Cloud Services, SQL Server Reporting Services, and Hyland OnBase.

Along with coordination of support responsibilities between various technical vendors and multiple government departments, the EFS Specialist will perform direct technical support, staff training, system and user account administration, and an ITIL based Change Control deployment of new technology for key budget and financial systems. As an EFS Specialist, you will provide multi-tier customer service, supporting end-users with setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting of software issues on devices, whether used at the county offices or remote location. Other typical duties of an EFS Specialist include: 

  • Creating functional and technical documentation for all approved system changes and administering regression testing plans 
  • Creating reports and analyzing data; revising and maintaining technical procedures and end user documentation 
  • Troubleshooting application configuration details and coordinating with vendors on issues impacting expected functionality
  • Coordinating with the County’s ISD department other County personnel to evaluate and implement upgrades, patches, hardware, and software; and recommend solutions to increase productivity and efficiency
The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience with:

  • Enterprise or departmental application administration
  • Familiarity with Active Directory, security groups, and group policy
  • Customer service/service desk experience in a Tier 1 and/or Tier 2 role 
  • Service desk experience in an enterprise environment to include troubleshooting application, network, and domain issues
  • Experience with IT security compliance, information security, and general audit guidelines regarding regulatory compliance for PII
  • Ability to work independently under time constraints
Experience in the following areas is highly desired:

  • Oracle PeopleSoft Financials and Supply Chain Management application administration and/or development
  • Oracle Planning and Budgeting Cloud Services application administration and/or development
  • Customer service/service desk experience in a Tier 3 role and working with Tier 4 support organizations
  • Microsoft SQL Server
  • Microsoft PowerShell
  • System Center Service Manager
Join Us

Working at the County of Sonoma offers expansive opportunities for growth and development, the ability to be a part of a challenging and rewarding work environment, and the satisfaction of knowing you're working to better our communities. You can also look forward to flexible work arrangements and excellent benefits* including:
 
  • A hybrid telework schedule that meets the needs of our staff, department operations, and the communities we serve may be available depending upon assignment
  • Eligibility for a salary increase after 1,040 hours (6 months when working full-time) for good work performance; eligibility for a salary increase for good performance every year thereafter, until reaching the top of the salary range
  • Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year
  • County paid 100% premium contribution for the majority of employee-only and employee + family health plan options
  • An annual Staff Development/Wellness Benefit allowance of up to $1,000 and ongoing education/training opportunities
  • County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits
  • Retirement fully integrated with Social Security
  • May be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) of Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of County employment
*Salary is negotiable within the established range. Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Additional information can be found in the Salary Resolution (SalRes) and our Employee Benefits Directory.

The Civil Service title for this position is Department Information Systems Specialist I. This employment list may also be used to fill future full-time, part-time, or extra-help vacancies as they occur during the active status of the list. Qualified county employees who wish to be considered for future positions are strongly encouraged to apply to this recruitment. 

APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of training and experience which would provide the opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities listed. Normally this would include:

Education: The equivalent to completion of twelve semester or eighteen quarter units in information systems, computer science or closely related field;

AND

Experience: One year of experience in developing and maintaining information technology systems in a multi-platform information systems environment.

License: Possession of a valid driver's license at the appropriate level including special endorsements, as required by the State of California, may be required depending upon assignment to perform the essential job functions of the position.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of: IT systems components and architecture; customer support techniques; basic network principles; commonly used software applications; system performance monitoring and troubleshooting; technical documentation methods and procedures; IT systems security methods and techniques; oral and written communication techniques; network equipment, tools and peripherals; operating systems installation and configuration procedures; installation, configuration, and maintenance of desktop components; operating environments; commonly used query languages; data management concepts and methods; server maintenance techniques; file formats used in the delivery of Web content; browser technical requirements.

Ability to: efficiently troubleshoot system problems; provide training to other technical staff; communicate factual and procedural information clearly, orally and in writing; gather and analyze basic facts and draw conclusions; install, configure, and test software on customer workstations; prepare and update manuals, instructions, and operating procedures; provide information and assistance to customers; ensure the application of appropriate security measures in accord with established procedures; assist in implementing and maintaining network and systems services; monitor network and systems performance and troubleshoot minor problems; document and initiate response to security problems; provide guidance and training to customers in accessing network and systems services; assist customers in installing and using applications; maintain database operations; assist in returning disrupted database systems to normal operations; create reports and manipulate data in response to customer requirements; convert user-developed content into workable Web pages; carry out server maintenance functions; test new browser versions for compatibility with existing services.

Selection Procedure & Some Helpful Tips When Applying

  • Your application information and your responses to the supplemental questions are evaluated and taken into consideration throughout the entire selection process.
  • You should list all employers and positions held within the last ten years in the work history section of your application and should be as thorough as possible when responding to the supplemental questions.
  • You may include history beyond ten years if related to the position for which you are applying. If you held multiple positions with one employer, list out each position separately.
  • Failure to follow these instructions may impact your competitiveness in this process or may result in disqualification.
Please visit Getting-a-Job with the County of Sonoma to review more detailed information about the hiring process, including the application process, examination steps, and department selection process

APPLICATION SUBMISSIONS REQUIRE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE BE COMPLETED.

Responses to supplemental questions may be scored using position-specific criteria. Please provide specific and detailed responses of a reasonable length to allow for a thorough assessment of your qualifications. Responses that state "See Resume" or "See Application" may be considered insufficient and therefore may not be scored.

The selection procedure will consist of the following examination:

An Application & Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination (weight 100%). Each application and supplemental questionnaire will be thoroughly evaluated for satisfaction of minimum qualifications and relevance of educational coursework, training, experience, knowledge, and abilities that relate to this position. Candidates possessing the most appropriate job-related qualifications will be placed on an employment list and referred to the department for selection interviews. 


ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

A background investigation is required prior to employment. Candidates referred to departments for a selection interview are typically required to sign authorization and release forms enabling such an investigation. Failure to sign prescribed forms will result in the candidate not being considered further for that vacancy. Reference information will not be made available to applicants.

Additional requirements, such as successful completion of a physical exam, drug screen, etc., may apply, depending on the duties and responsibilities of the position. If you receive a conditional job offer for the position, the requirements upon which the offer is contingent will be outlined in the conditional job letter. You may also review the Job Classification Screening Schedule to determine the requirements for this position.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications are accepted online at www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org. Paper applications may be submitted by person, fax (707-565-3770), email, or through the mail. All applications and appropriate supplemental information as outlined in the job bulletin must be RECEIVED by the time and date specified on the first page of this job announcement. Continuous recruitments may close without notice at any time that a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. Applications received after the recruitment closes will not be accepted. 

The County of Sonoma values diversity and is dedicated to creating a workplace environment that provides individuals with a sense of belonging. We are committed to having a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. The County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where all aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance, and business need.

HR Analyst: JT
HR Technician: RR 

IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not apply to Extra Help positions.

COUNTY OF SONOMA BENEFITS: GENERAL*

These are some of the excellent benefits the County offers:
 
Paid Time Off: Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals; 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year; and may be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) of Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of County employment.
 
Health Plan: Choice of five health plans (a PPO, EPO, HMO, and two deductible HMOs) with a County contribution toward the premium (the contribution amount varies by bargaining unit. For specific details, please refer to the applicable MOU). A County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement is available for some bargaining units.

Cash Allowance: In addition to monthly salary, a cash allowance of approximately $600 per month.

Retirement: Fully integrated with Social Security. For more information regarding eligibility, retirement contributions, and reciprocity with prior public service, please visit https://scretire.org/active-/-deferred/when-you-are-hired.
 
IRS 457 Plan: Pre-tax employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum.
 
Retiree Medical: County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits.

Plus excellent dental, vision, disability, life insurance, professional development, and more.

For answers to specific questions regarding the employment process and more details about benefits or retirement, please contact Human Resources at (707) 565-2331. Additional details about benefit and compensation packages can be found in the MOUs located at https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/administrative-support-and-fiscal-services/human-resources/divisions-and-units/employee-relations/labor-agreements-and-salary-resolution. For specific information about health and welfare benefits including plan options, coverage, and premium amounts go to https://sonomacounty.ca.gov/administrative-support-and-fiscal-services/human-resources or, contact the Human Resources' Risk Management-Benefits Office at benefits@sonoma-county.org or (707) 565-2900.

*IMPORTANT NOTES: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice.

01
How did you first learn about this opportunity?
  • Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG)
  • CalJobs
  • Careers in Government
  • College or University
  • Craigslist
  • DiversityJobs
  • Employee of Sonoma County
  • Facebook
  • Glassdoor
  • Google Jobs
  • GovernmentJobs.com
  • Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Sonoma County
  • Indeed
  • Instagram
  • Job Fair
  • La Voz
  • Latino Service Providers
  • LinkedIn
  • Los Cien
  • Minority Organization or Group
  • National Association of Counties (NACo)
  • Press Democrat
  • sonoma-county.org/www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org
  • Sonoma County Human Resources Office
  • Sonoma County Job Line
  • Start Here!
  • Twitter
  • Veterans Services Office
  • Women's Organization or Group
  • Workplace Diversity
  • ZipRecruiter
  • Other Internet Site
  • Other Publication
02
Please indicate if you would also be interested in future part-time or extra-help (temporary, intermittent, or seasonal employment) positions should they become available. Check all that apply.
  • I would also like to be considered for future part-time positions
  • I would also like to be considered for future extra-help positions
  • I am only interested in full-time positions
03
This eligible list may be used for future bilingual (English/Spanish) positions. Please indicate if you are interested in bilingual positions, and your level of proficiency.
  • Yes, I have basic (conversational) English/Spanish bilingual skills
  • Yes, I have fluent (reading, writing, and conversational) English/Spanish bilingual skills
  • No, I do not have English/Spanish bilingual skills, and/or I do not wish to be considered for a bilingual position
04
For this question, and all subsequent questions, provide sufficient information to allow for a thorough evaluation of your qualifications. Responses to supplemental questions will be scored using position-specific criteria and may be reviewed by hiring managers.

Please summarize your qualifying education, training, and experience in computer science and information systems. Highlight your experience developing, modifying, and/or maintaining IT systems and/or applications in a multi-platform environment.
  • List your relevant certifications, coursework, and/or degree(s) specifically in the areas of computer science, information systems, or closely related areas.
  • For each relevant position you list, include job title(s), employer's name, dates of employment (mm/yy - mm/yy), and a description of your primary responsibilities
05
Experience in the following areas is considered highly desirable for this position. Please specify your degree of proficiency (beginner, intermediate, or advanced) with each area and indicate how many months/years of experience you possess.
  • Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio
  • Microsoft Active Directory
  • Microsoft PowerShell
  • Microsoft 365 and SharePoint
  • Oracle PeopleSoft Financials and Supply Chain Management
  • Oracle PeopleSoft PeopleTools
  • Oracle Planning and Budgeting Clound Services
06
Please describe your experience supporting enterprise-wide information systems during an update/upgrade and/or with on-going operational support. Highlight any experience you possess:
  • Drafting documentation for system changes
  • Developing and executing test plans
  • Identifying system issues and working with customers and vendor(s) to resolve them
  • Creating queries and/or reports
  • Providing post update/upgrade customer support.
07
Please summarize your experience preparing and maintaining accurate documentation. Specify which systems and business processes/procedures you documented and whether the document was for a technical and/or end-user audience.

Required Question

Agency
County of Sonoma (CA)
Address
575 Administration Drive, Suite 116B

Santa Rosa, California, 95403
Phone
(707) 565-2331