Job Description

Position Title : Infomation Services Specialist I Opt S UMP

Agency : Department of Innovation and Technology 

Posting Date: 08/14/2024
Closing Date: 08/28/2024  
Salary:  $5,423 - $7,721/month
Job Type: Salaried  
County:  Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: RC063  

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

Proof of educational coursework is required. Acceptable proof of coursework includes unofficial transcripts, copies of official transcripts, account records (including screenshots) of academic coursework, and any similar documents created by an academic institution

Posting Identification Number  40758

Are you looking for a rewarding career with an organization that values their staff? The Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) is seeking to hire qualified candidates with the opportunity to work in a dynamic, creative thinking, problem solving environment. This position serves as a Midrange Unix/Linux Specialist. In this role you will work with experienced systems analysts in performing Midrange Linux/Unix computing applications and systems administration support and with senior analysts in the configuration, testing, installation, and maintenance of midrange Linux/Unix computer systems and related peripheral components following established procedures. In addition, you will perform installation and maintenance of Linux/Unix server operating systems and server hardware installations and configurations and will work on assigned projects using hardware and software systems including RS6000, Sun, HP servers, AIX, Solaris, Linux, application and database server software, Web server software and MS Office products, Windows Server operating systems, and agency desktops, laptops, and other user devices. If you possess these knowledges, skills, abilities, and experience, we invite you to apply for this position to join the DoIT Team!

As a State of Illinois employee, you receive a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.
• Flexible work schedules (when available and dependent upon position)
• 10 -25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)
• 12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year
• 3 paid personal business days per year
• 13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System
• Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan
• Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility

For more information regarding State of Illinois Benefits follow this link:

Essential Functions

35% Under immediate supervision, serves as a Midrange Unix/Linux Specialist for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT):

• Works with experienced systems analysts in performing Midrange Linux/Unix computing applications and systems administration support.
• Assists with systems administration of Linux/Unix systems.
• Assists with software installation, programming scripts, procedures, and programs.
• Assists with the testing, implementation, documentation, and maintenance of Linux/Unix server systems including diagnostic testing of various hardware/software components.
• Implements required fixes to correct problems defined during diagnostics.
• Documents problems and corrective action through Change Management systems/process.
• Performs routine maintenance, health and performance monitoring on server hardware.
• Completes professional assignments of limited scope.

20% Works with senior analysts in the configuration, testing, installation, and maintenance of midrange Linux/Unix computer systems and related peripheral components following established procedures:

• Assists in ensuring configurations comply with agency security considerations, performance requirements, and established standards.

20% Performs installation and maintenance of Linux/Unix server operating systems and server hardware installations and configurations:

• Assists with the maintenance and server operating system patches and fix packs.
• Assists with providing support for server functions, including configuration, installation and support of AIX, Linux, Web Servers, FTP, Antivirus and other systems utilities.

10% Works on assigned projects using hardware and software systems including AIX, Linux, application and database server software, Web server software and MS Office products, Windows Server operating systems, and agency desktops, laptops, and other user devices.

10% Keeps abreast of new developments in the Information Technology (IT) field:

• Continues education by attending meetings, training sessions, seminars, and conferences to increase familiarity with and remain current on products, vendors, techniques, and procedures.
• Attends demonstrations and exhibitions related to assigned operations

5% Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of two (2) years of college with coursework in computer science, system services, or directly related fields. OR
• Requires satisfactory completion of an agency sponsored training program.

Preferred Qualifications (In Order of Significance)

• Elementary knowledge of network communication concepts and principles, including client/server network configurations, routers, network protocols, switches, firewalls, VPN, and Internet. 
• Elementary knowledge in computer programming and/or scripting such as C shells, Bourne shells, and Perl scripts. 
• Elementary knowledge of hardware/software support of Unix/Linux servers including installation, configuration, and administration
• Elementary knowledge of support of application server, database server, and Web server functions including installation, configuration, and administration.

Conditions of Employment

NOTE : Applicants must possess the ability to meet ALL of the following conditions of employment, with or without reasonable accommodation, to be considered for this position. 

• Requires the ability to verify identity.
• Requires employment authorization to accept permanent full-time position with the State of Illinois
• Requires the ability to pass a position specific, agency required background check.
• Requires self-disclosure of criminal history. 
• Requires the ability to travel in performance of duties.
• Requires the ability to work outside of normal hours to meet deadlines.
• Requires the ability to use agency supplied equipment such as laptop, personal computer, work cell phone, etc. 
• Requires the ability to attend seminars, conferences, and training to remain current on methods, tools, ideologies, or other industry related topics relevant to job duties.
• Requires the ability to lift and carry objects up to 30 pounds. This is considered medium work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(c)). Medium work involves lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

The conditions of employment listed are incorporated and/or related to any duties included in the position description.

 

Work Hours: 8:30AM - 5:00PM M-F
Work Location:  201 W Adams St, Springfield, Illinois, 62704-1874
Agency Contact:  Tristan.J.Molumby@illinois.gov

Posting Group:  Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

This title is within the Upward Mobility Program. General Program information can be found by clicking on the Upward Mobility Program link or for specific title information at UMP Title Descriptions . There are three categories of UMP titles: 1) certificate titles which require passing a written proficiency exam; 2) credential titles which require the possession of a specified college degree and/or licensure; and 3) dual titles for which a certificate may be earned by following either the certificate or credential pathway.

This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.

If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so. 

State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the  Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. 

Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the  Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.

If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:

State employees: Log in to the  career portal for State employees and review the  Internal Candidate Application Job Aid

Non-State employees: on  Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.

The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:

• donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
• systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com

The Department of Innovation & Technology (DolT) is the state's IT agency delivering an enterprise approach to statewide technology, innovation, and telecommunication services, as well as policy and standards development, lifecycle investment planning, and cybersecurity services. With over 1,500 employees, DolT delivers IT services and innovative solutions to customer agencies to improve services provided to Illinois residents, DolT offers employees the opportunity to advance their careers, develop new skills and reach their potential, both personally and professionally. DoIT is committed to promoting and preserving a workplace culture that embraces diversity and inclusion. We welcome and value employees with different backgrounds, life experiences and talents. It is the collective sum of our individual differences that provides a broad perspective, leading to greater innovation and achievement. In recruiting for our team, we recognize the unique contributions of each applicant regardless of culture, ethnicity, race, national origin, sex, gender identity and expression, age, religion, disability, and sexual orientation.

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