Description

When it comes to finding a new job, many job seekers focus only on the salary. Here at Pinal County, we believe there is much more to consider. One of the biggest advantages of working for Pinal County is the value of our opportunities and how they can positively affect your life and future. Simply put, we prioritize people.

When we take good care of our employees, they take good care of our citizens. We are dedicated to providing our employees with a healthy work/life balance through paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, and don’t forget paid sabbaticals every five years. We invest in your well-being with affordable healthcare plans and monthly wellness events. We secure your future with highly sought-after retirement plans. We invest in you every day. Pinal County offers a rewarding experience and meaningful work. Find your purpose here in Pinal County and help us make a difference in our community.  

Working at Pinal County is an investment in YOU.  

Apply today and find out why Pinal County is more than just a job. 

 Before you apply, watch this video to learn helpful tips for completing an application at Pinal County:

Application Tips

**This is an internal promotion opportunity for current employees of the Development Services department only. You must be a current employee to be considered for this position.

JOB SUMMARY
Supervise activities of Server Application Specialists and the implementation of new and existing enterprise level server software for the Information Technology (IT) Department, plan, assign, and review workload, establish guidelines and milestones for new and existing projects, and review business systems and identify customer needs under general supervision.

TYPICAL CLASSIFICATION ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Work in this classification requires an individual to be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary classification functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this classification may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in this classification description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this description. 
       

• Supervise server-based software support, maintenance, upgrades, and daily operations, including routine helpdesk calls, server and database upgrades and enhancements, and complex application software problems.
• Plan and manage the activities of assigned staff, prioritize and assign tasks and projects, train and coach staff, monitor work, develop staff skills, and evaluate performance, and review the work of staff to assure the work quality and timely completion of assigned duties and responsibilities.
• Provide application support, server and security updates, and system reviews and monitoring.
• Plan server support activities and projects to assure accomplishment of goals and objectives.
• Supervise and schedule security audits, test new and existing software applications, enhancements, and updates, and plan current and future workload to meet operational goals and assure operational continuity.
• Supervise the integration of enterprise-level software, migrations from older software applications to newly acquired software, and migrations from older versions of servers to newer versions.
• Provide high-level project management, coordinate project schedules, tasks, and milestones, provide technical lead on high priority/profile projects, coordinate vendor schedules and activities.
• Serve as subject matter expert to assure that IT proposals meet system guidelines and needs and prepare special and recurring reports and proposals for projects, hardware, software, and other server application development plans.
• Assure the integrity, security, and effective performance of County server applications.
• Collect Managing For Results (MFR) data and create reports on achievements and objectives.
• Manage budget and expenditures, approve requests for software, supplies, and equipment, compile and analyze a variety of reports and usage statistics, and review and approve administrative forms.
• To promote and adhere to the workplace values of accountability, commitment, and teamwork to help enrich lives beyond expectation.
• Maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, customer records, and restricted County information.
• Perform other related duties as required.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Seven (7) years of experience in network server applications support.   
• Or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience may substitute for the minimum requirements.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Arizona residents must have an Arizona Driver’s License upon hire; newly established Arizona Residents must have one within 30 days of hire.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of project management principles, tools, and techniques.
• Knowledge of existing Pinal County software applications, hardware, and infrastructure, including maintenance and integration issues.
• Knowledge of principles of IT infrastructure system development and systems integration in a public sector environment.
• Knowledge of management principles for network operating domains, database systems integration, and documentation of data sets
• Skill in analyzing IT project issues, evaluating alternatives, and recommending methods, procedures, and techniques for resolution of operational issues.
• Skill in initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, controlling, and closing IT projects.
• Ability to work independently in a technical environment with interlinked and changing priorities.

 
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The work is light and requires exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects.  The work also requires the ability to finger, grasp, handle, perform repetitive motion, hear, speak, walk, and demonstrate mental and visual acuity. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:      
Work is performed in a dynamic environment that requires the ability to be sensitive to change and responsive to changing goals, priorities, and needs.

The hiring salary for this position is dependent upon experience, qualifications and position funding; starting salaries above the midpoint require additional approval.

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS

 We appreciate your interest in our employment opportunities. At Pinal County, we value

professionalism and respect for others. If these values are not demonstrated throughout the application and interview process, we reserve the right to remove your candidacy from consideration, 

which may impact your future Pinal County applications.  

Offers of employment are valid only if provided in writing and approved by Pinal County Human Resources. 
 

All qualified candidates eligible to work in the United States are welcome to apply. 

However, visa sponsorship is not available.  

Pinal County does not participate in STEM Optional Practical Training (STEM OPT).

Pinal County requires pre-employment screening, which includes a Motor Vehicle Record check, a comprehensive background check (encompassing employment, education, and criminal history), and drug testing for safety-sensitive roles. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify candidates from employment. Employment offers are contingent on successful pre-employment screening.  If driving is a requirement of the position, you must have a valid Arizona State Driver's License in accordance with Arizona State Law.  

Work in this classification requires an individual to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary classification functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this classification may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in this classification description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties, just as though they were actually written out in this description.