Gulf County Information Technology

The role of the Gulf County Information Technology Department is to ensure that all electronic and data services are operational on a daily basis for all of the employees of Gulf County Board of County Commissioners without interruptions. The County IT Director is responsible for the Board’s Wired and Wireless Data Network, Cloud Services, Camera Systems, Cell Phones, Printers, Computers, Laptops, Tablets and Servers. We also maintain the IP Phone System for all of the Gulf County Governmental offices.

The IT Director also advises department heads on which equipment and software they should purchase as well as doing research on upcoming projects to ensure the timely and correct end results. This can include wiring (Fiber or Copper), hardware and software for those projects.

JOB NOTICE

Computer Technician

Gulf County Board of County Commissioners is currently seeking a qualified candidate for a Computer Technician opening. This is a full-time position, Monday through Thursday, 10 hours a day, 40 hours per week with a 30-minute lunch break.

The primary responsibilities involved with this position include assisting the Technology Department in the implementation, maintenance and support of technology hardware and software in county buildings. Additional duties will be assisting with the maintenance of Electronic Gates and Doors, CATV Camera Systems, Cellular and VoIP Phone Systems, installing Network Cabling (Copper and Fiber), Streaming County Meetings and other duties as needed to maintain the data and voice communications for the county.

Minimum qualifications include:

High School Diploma (An associate’s degree in computer/technology-related field is highly preferable)

A+, Network+, Security + would be useful but are not required

Knowledge of Computer Hardware and Operating Systems

Knowledge of Computer Wiring

Knowledge of Computer Networks and their operation

We would prefer a candidate who is technically proficient with Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office 365, along with Computer and Network Hardware but will consider all applicants.

Basic Electrical Skills

A valid state issued Driver’s License

Interpersonal, Human Relations, Organizational, and Communication Skills are a must.

Essential Physical Abilities:

The ability to work with little supervision

Ability to hear with 40 decibel loss maximum and see with acuity of at least 20 feet normal depth perception, field of vision and accommodation

Ability to reach above and below the waist; walk and use fingers to pick, feel, and grasp items; Use of both hands for repetitive motion and bending and twisting of the body

Ability to lift/carry supplies and objects weighing no more than 40 lbs

Ability to sit or stand eighty percent (80%) of workday

Ability to work from ladders

Ability to work with Hand Tools

Ability to work in enclosed areas such as ceilings and attics

Ability to work under desks and in tight spaces

A note from the IT Director:

At Gulf County the IT Department is a small tight knit group of techs working in a close environment. We share our burdens and workloads among ourselves. It is important for the proper candidate to understand that working together is the best way to solve problems. The ideal IT technician must be able to ask for help when necessary and to understand that there are no stupid questions, only questions that need answers.

Full-time Benefits:

*Health, Dental and Vision insurance * Life insurance * Vacation * Paid Holidays * Sick Leave * Participation in the State of Florida Retirement System *

How to Apply:

Applications are available in our HR office or by visiting our website at www.gulfcounty-fl.gov, on the Human Resources/Risk Management tab. For additional information, you can contact Kaci Rhodes, Human Resources Director at 850-227-2393 or by emailing [email protected].

Gulf County enforces a Drug-Free Workplace Policy and is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action / E-Verify Employer.

Address

1000 Cecil G. Costin Sr. Blvd.
Room 309
Port St. Joe, FL 32456

(Robert Moore Administration Building, located directly behind the Gulf County Courthouse)