DEPUTY TRIAL COURT TECHNOLOGY OFFICER

Requisition No: 825464

Agency: State Courts System

Working Title: DEPUTY TRIAL COURT TECHNOLOGY OFFICER - 22012173

Pay Plan: State Courts System

Position Number: 22012173

Salary: 80,000.00

Posting Closing Date: 04/18/2024

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General Description - The essential function of the position is to assist the Trial Court Technology Officer in managing technology operations for the 8th Judicial Circuit. The position is responsible for assisting in the development and implementation of strategic plans for court technology, assisting in the preparation and management of technology budgets, projects, procedures, policies, and performing related administrative tasks as specified by the Trial Court Technology Officer. The position is also responsible for system maintenance tasks such as server installation and configuration, network switch planning and configuration, implementation of data backups, user account management, and various other system administration related tasks.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities - Knowledge of computer hardware, software applications, operating systems, and the ability to plan, develop, implement, and evaluate computer and communications systems and services. Ability to assess technology capacity and needs including long range goals and resource allocation. Ability to work with court staff, judges, and other elected officials. Capable of developing policies, procedures, and standards for technology operations. Specific knowledge of Windows Server, Ubuntu Server, Active Directory, Microsoft365 administration, IP Networking, Cisco and HP network switch configuration, and NAS configuration are desired.

Examples of Work Performed - Assessing the court’s technology needs, including strategic planning, evaluating new technologies and applications, and making recommendations. Maintains reliability and functionality of existing information technology systems and servers; ensures security for information systems devices and data; and manages the flow of information to the Internet, court systems, other agencies, and internal users. Supports in the design, management, operation, and lifecycle of all due process equipment including courtroom video conferencing, Digital Court Reporting hardware and software and assisted listening devices and any other similar technology. Meets with service providers to discuss new technology; negotiates pricing of technology equipment; recommends the procurement and installation of hardware and software for court technology operations.

Education and Experience - Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, management information systems, or related field. Experience with Windows & Linux server system administration, Office 365 Administration and Network Administration (especially Cisco and/or HP hardware) desirable. Knowledge of the Florida State Court system desirable. Four years of related experience, including two years in a supervisory, administrative or management position. Relevant experience may substitute for educational level on a year-for-year basis.

Application Process - All applications must be submitted through People First and and include a cover letter and resume. Application packets are being accepted until April 18, 2024. Questions can be submitted to employment@circuit8.org.

Notice - The successful applicant will be subject to a criminal background check. EOE. If you are a person with a disability selected to participate in the interview process and need an accommodation, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. ADA Coordinator 352‐337‐6237.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.