Information Technologist 2 - 20031773

State of Ohio • Columbus, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Information Technologist 2 works for the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction at Franklin Medical Center in Columbus, Ohio. This permanent, full-time classified position supports information technology systems and equipment in a correctional environment. The role installs and maintains cameras and supports security and communications systems, including spider systems, man-down systems, door controls, VOIP, and MARCS radio systems. It also performs software and database tasks, testing, and desktop support, and may assist with security functions and other assigned work.

The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction’s mission is to reduce recidivism through rehabilitative treatment and programming in a safe, secure, and humane correctional environment, while protecting the public and supporting individuals in becoming productive members of their communities.

Requirements

• Meet one of the following qualification pathways: 18 months of combined work experience in computers and/or telecommunications software or hardware, applications, support products, projects, or databases for small-scale systems or programs or components of larger systems or programs, including 12 months of experience specified by the agency position description and job posting; completion of an associate core program in computer science or information systems plus 12 months of experience specified by the agency position description and job posting; or the equivalent of the minimum class qualifications.
• Possess the technical experience specified in the official position description on file with the agency.
• Skills listed: information technology, computer literacy, basic documentation, change management, customer service, interpreting data, verbal communication, and confidentiality.
• Submit an online Ohio Civil Service Application; the application must describe how the applicant meets the minimum qualifications.
• Final applicants tentatively selected must undergo pre-employment urinalysis drug testing.
• The final applicant selected must undergo a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Install cameras and perform maintenance.
• Service and support spider systems, man-down systems, and door controls.
• Install and troubleshoot VOIP systems.
• Work on MARCS radio systems.
• Create and/or modify program modules.
• Create database diagrams.
• Write standard queries.
• Write test cases and/or scripts for unit and system testing.
• Verify unit and system test results to ensure software produces the desired results.
• Assist the Infrastructure Specialist 2 with desktop support and installations as needed.
• Stay current regarding new technologies in the assigned area.
• Attend in-service trainings, workshops, and conferences.
• Work on special projects and committees as assigned.
• Perform other related duties and security functions as required.

Benefits

• Medical coverage.
• Free dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums after completion of the eligibility period.
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal leave, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays per year.
• Childbirth, adoption, and foster care leave.
• Education and development opportunities, including Employee Development Funds and Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
• Public retirement systems, including OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS.
• Optional deferred compensation through Ohio Deferred Compensation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree