Information Technology Specialist (Computer Specialist)

Attend the upcoming Washoe County Job Fair - Walk-ins are welcome! Thursday October 22, 2026, from 11:00am to 2:00pm at the Reno/Sparks Convention Center 4590 S Virginia St. Reno, NV 89502 **** **POSITION:**Information Technology Specialist (Computer Specialist) **SCHEDULE:**Will discuss with applicant **LOCATION:**Herlong CA **SALARY:**Will discuss with applicant TO APPLY: Direct Link:https://www.usajobs.gov/job/887129000 Career Page:https://www.usajobs.gov/Search/Results?l=HERLONG,CAanda=DJ03ands=locationandp=1andr=25andhp=public Please note, employers may close jobs on the website at any time. SUMMARY: Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities. JOB REQUIREMENTS: U.S. Citizenship is Required. See Special Conditions of Employment Section. Selective Service Requirement Applicants may qualify by meeting or exceeding the minimum proficiency level established for each of the required competencies listed below. The required competencies for the GS-11 grade level are Attention to Detail, Customer Service, Interpersonal Skills, Problem Solving, Teamwork, and Technical Competence. The required competencies for the GS-12 grade level are Attention to Detail, Customer Service, Decision Making, Information Management, Interpersonal Skills, Oral Communication, Problem Solving, Teamwork, and Technical Competence. Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. Customer Service - Works with clients and customers to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services. Decision Making - Makes sound, well-informed, and objective decisions; perceives the impact and implications of decisions; commits to action. Information Management - Identifies a need for and knows where or how to gather information; organizes and maintains information or information management systems. Interpersonal Skills - Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others. Oral Communication - Expresses information to individuals or groups effectively; listens to others and responds appropriately. Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives. Teamwork - Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity; works with others to achieve goals. Technical Competence - Uses knowledge acquired through training or experience to perform the job; evaluates technical information; advises others. You must have one year of specialized experience at the next lower grade level (or equivalent). Experience in training end users on policies, procedures, regulations, and directives. Experience in performing backups and recovery of databases and file storage using provided diagnostic tools. Experience in network system modifications and installations. Experience in writing policies, procedures, regulations, directives, and requirements related to physical, personnel, and information security. Experience in complex database and file accessing techniques, search strategies, database security procedures, backup and program recovery techniques, and testing techniques. Experience in developing training and providing formal or informal training to end users. Appropriate licensure, registration(s), certification(s). A substantial record of experience, achievement, and publications that demonstrates eminence in the appropriate profession/technical field. Applicants must provide copies of all such documentation when submitting an application. You MUST m et all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 09/30/2027. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES: This position involves analytical and evaluative duties related to computer networks and/or telecommunications with primary knowledge requirements of information processing methodology, information technology, computer capabilities, and processing techniques. Oversees implementation of new system hardware and software and develops operating procedures. Monitors the ongoing operation of a complex network environment with a large number of users in an installation and ensures corrective action to restore operational service is accomplished. Receives network, communications, and related operating systems from various sources such as design centers and commercial vendors and ensures that an inventory of all network hardware and software is maintained. Along with all other correctional institution employees, incumbent is charged with responsibility for maintaining security of the institution. The staff correctional responsibilities precede all others required by this position and are performed on a regular and recurring basis. WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Appointment is subject to satisfactory completion of a pre-employment and panel interview, urinalysis, physical, and background investigation. All applicants are subject to and must satisfactorily pass all screening requirements in relation to National Crime Information Center (NCIC) and credit check. All applicants not currently working in an institution will be required to complete a qualification inquiry regarding convictions of misdemeanor crimes of domestic violence in order to be authorized to carry a firearm. Successful completion of the "Introduction to Correctional Techniques," three-week training course at Glynco, Georgia is required. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you may be required to serve a 1-year probationary period. BENEFITS: