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Senior Network Technician

Description of Duties

This is a responsible technical position in the computer services field in which the employee supervises the installation/repair of all network communications equipment.  The employee manages the local area network with responsibility for network related performance monitoring, capacity planning and microcode maintenance.  The Senior Network Technician title differs from its lower counterpart by virtue of the higher technical skills and supervision required.  The employee reports directly to, and works under the general supervision of, a senior staff member.  Direct supervision may be exercised over a technical staff.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must meet the following minimum requirements on or before the date of the written exam:

Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma, plus EITHER:

1. Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with an Associate's degree in an information technology related field plus one (1) year of paid full‑time or its part‑time equivalent* experience in the operation, installation or maintenance/repair of a computer network server or network operating system; OR,
2. Four (4) years of paid full‑time or its part‑time equivalent* experience as described in (A); OR,
3. Successful completion of a recognized course in computer operations and repair such as training courses offered by the military, computer hardware vendors or consultants or any other training course providing "hands on" computer operation experience, plus two (2) years of experience as described in (A) above.
4. Any equivalent training and experience as defined by the limits of (A), (B), or (C) above.

NOTE:  Applicants qualifying under option (C) must submit a certificate, diploma or letter of confirmation in support of satisfactory program completion.

Computer Operation shall not include experience in the operation of word processing equipment, or a personal computer, micro‑computer or any other self‑contained unit.

Anticipated Eligibility – Age and Educational Requirements:

According to Civil Service Law, section 54 which became effective September 4, 2024, applicants who are within 12 months of meeting the minimum age or attaining the minimum educational requirements following the date of examination, may take the civil service exam, but will be restricted from certification until such a time that the minimum age or educational requirements are met. Candidates will be required to provide proof of qualifying education and/or age within 12 months of exam date in order to be eligible for appointment from a certified list.

Special Requirements:

If you are appointed, you will be required to possess a valid license to operate a vehicle in NYS, or otherwise demonstrate your ability to meet the transportation needs of the position.

Candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test for employment with Monroe County Government.

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