Location: Augusta,Maine,United States

OFFICE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY, MAINEIT

RADIO OPERATIONS - PUBLIC SAFETY UPFIT GROUP

Opening Date: September 23, 2024

Closing Date: October 7, 2024

Job Class Code: 0867
Grade: 23
Salary: $56,666.48 - $79,510.08/Annually (includes 15% recruiting & retention stipend, and eligible for an additional 5% training bonus)
Position Number: 033003311

You are a talented professional who is driven toward success. You are a go-getter, always seeking ways to expand your knowledge, and encourage others to do the same. You enjoy clearing hurdles as you strive for excellence. If this describes you, we want you on our TEAM!!

OVERVIEW:

The Office of Information Technology’s Radio Operations is seeking an Information System Support Specialist II to work Primarily in the Installation Facility. Join us in maintaining our high standards in our daily vehicle UPFIT operation. The Radio Services Team supports several State of Maine Agencies with two-way radio communications, designs, specifications of emergency equipment, and the building of the State’s public safety vehicles. You will work with a dynamic team of highly talented staff supporting all daily operations. Work may involve frequent communications with multiple agencies, and the ability to collaborate in a team environment is critical to this role.

ABOUT THE JOB DETAILS:

Information System Support Specialist II is responsible for Advanced Technical Services in daily radio operations and vehicle UpFit. Work is performed under limited supervision.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

You will have an opportunity to participate in all phases of support, design, specification, and build of several State of Maine Public Safety Vehicles. You will be exposed to several different platforms and face different challenges every day. This position is in Augusta.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

You will be a member of a team providing support for several State of Maine agencies, including the Department of Public Safety, Inland Fisheries and Wildlife, Department of Marine Resources, Department of Conservation, Corrections, and Department of Transportation. You will conduct analysis and work collaboratively to resolve issues within these Agencies, facilitate projects, and more.

Preference will be given to individuals with experience designing and building Public Safety Vehicles and supporting LMR Trunked Network systems. Experience with the State Agency vehicles that we work with, two-way communications systems, and test equipment will also be considered.

The selected candidate will be required to pass the required background checks (fingerprinting may be required) as a condition of employment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A four (4) year combination of higher level programming and or systems analysis and design experience. A Masters Degree from an accredited educational institution in Computer Science may be substituted for two (2) years of programming experience.

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($387.92 annual value).
Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 13.29% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.

If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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