Public Safety Technology Specialist
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA
Full-time
Information Services / Technology (IT)
Posted on March 14, 2023
Posting Details
Posting Details
Working Title
Public Safety Technology Specialist
Position Number
01127A
Department
POLICE
Location
Norfolk, VA
Type of Position
Classified
Type of Job
Full Time
EEO Category
C Technicians
Job Description
The primary objective for this position is to serve as the technical and training support person for all desktop, mobile, server, CISCO Switch, Palo Alto firewall, body and police camera system, and 9-1-1 equipment support in the Public Safety Department. Support includes all standard and mobile business PC packages (word processing, spreadsheet, database), records management system/computer aided dispatch, mobile camera systems etc. as well as any standalone software packages. The secondary objective for this position is to provide support of the University Wide Access Control system. Duties include the automated locking and unlocking of doors, assignment of door access for cardholders, holiday schedules, and production of and distribution of system reports. This position will also provide support of video management systems and be responsible for the inventory of all computing equipment in the police department
Type of Recruitment
Knowledge, skills and abilities
Considerable knowledge of computing systems, software (Microsoft OS), hardware (desktop and Notebook PCs, servers, switches, firewall policy, and printers) and networks (TCP/IP). Considerable knowledge of Electronic Access Control security tools, practices and techniques. Basic knowledge of database programming and query design. Some knowledge of video surveillance systems. Excellent customer service, oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to trouble-shoot, resolve problems, and document problems. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate policies, practices and procedures to external and internal customers.
Special licenses, registration or certification
Valid driver's license, insurable driving record. Must obtain VCIN certification within one year of hire.
Education or training
None
Level and type of experience
Considerable experience in support of physical security systems. Considerable experience with the installation of new hardware/software as well as upgrading existing hardware/software.
Preferred knowledge, skills, abilities, education, experience, licensure, certification
Bachelors degree in computer science, computer engineering, information science or other related field or equivalent combination of training or experience in a related field.
Conditions of Employment
Must be available to work rotating shifts when needed to include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Some overtime required. Subject to random drug testing.
Must successfully pass a criminal background investigation. A fingerprint-based criminal history check will be required of the final candidate. Must obtain VCIN certification within one year of hire.
Considered “essential personnel” for emergency conditions/inclement weather and expected to report to work during these conditions.
This is an open until filled recruitment. This recruitment may close after the five-day required posting period when a suitable pool of applicants has been generated.
Annual Salary/Hourly Rate
Salary commensurate with education and experience
Posting Detail Information
Job Requisition Number
S02038
Job Open To
General Public
Open Date
08/15/2022
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions Summary
None
Criminal Background Check
The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.
College Home Page
odu.edu
Department Home Page
odu.edu/police
Equity Statement
Old Dominion University does not discriminate in admissions, treatment, employment or access to its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, sex (including pregnancy), political affiliation, veteran status, family medical and genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or disability. Minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Reasonable Accommodation Request
If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Institutional Equity & Diversity at (757) 683-3141.
Alternative Hiring Process
In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process.
To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS).
Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability.
If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx, or call DARS at 800-552-5019.
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or consistent with contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Posting Details
Working Title
Public Safety Technology Specialist
Position Number
01127A
Department
POLICE
Location
Norfolk, VA
Type of Position
Classified
Type of Job
Full Time
EEO Category
C Technicians
Job Description
The primary objective for this position is to serve as the technical and training support person for all desktop, mobile, server, CISCO Switch, Palo Alto firewall, body and police camera system, and 9-1-1 equipment support in the Public Safety Department. Support includes all standard and mobile business PC packages (word processing, spreadsheet, database), records management system/computer aided dispatch, mobile camera systems etc. as well as any standalone software packages. The secondary objective for this position is to provide support of the University Wide Access Control system. Duties include the automated locking and unlocking of doors, assignment of door access for cardholders, holiday schedules, and production of and distribution of system reports. This position will also provide support of video management systems and be responsible for the inventory of all computing equipment in the police department
Type of Recruitment
Knowledge, skills and abilities
Considerable knowledge of computing systems, software (Microsoft OS), hardware (desktop and Notebook PCs, servers, switches, firewall policy, and printers) and networks (TCP/IP). Considerable knowledge of Electronic Access Control security tools, practices and techniques. Basic knowledge of database programming and query design. Some knowledge of video surveillance systems. Excellent customer service, oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to trouble-shoot, resolve problems, and document problems. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate policies, practices and procedures to external and internal customers.
Special licenses, registration or certification
Valid driver's license, insurable driving record. Must obtain VCIN certification within one year of hire.
Education or training
None
Level and type of experience
Considerable experience in support of physical security systems. Considerable experience with the installation of new hardware/software as well as upgrading existing hardware/software.
Preferred knowledge, skills, abilities, education, experience, licensure, certification
Bachelors degree in computer science, computer engineering, information science or other related field or equivalent combination of training or experience in a related field.
Conditions of Employment
Must be available to work rotating shifts when needed to include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Some overtime required. Subject to random drug testing.
Must successfully pass a criminal background investigation. A fingerprint-based criminal history check will be required of the final candidate. Must obtain VCIN certification within one year of hire.
Considered “essential personnel” for emergency conditions/inclement weather and expected to report to work during these conditions.
This is an open until filled recruitment. This recruitment may close after the five-day required posting period when a suitable pool of applicants has been generated.
Annual Salary/Hourly Rate
Salary commensurate with education and experience
Posting Detail Information
Job Requisition Number
S02038
Job Open To
General Public
Open Date
08/15/2022
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions Summary
None
Criminal Background Check
The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.
College Home Page
odu.edu
Department Home Page
odu.edu/police
Equity Statement
Old Dominion University does not discriminate in admissions, treatment, employment or access to its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, sex (including pregnancy), political affiliation, veteran status, family medical and genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or disability. Minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Reasonable Accommodation Request
If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Institutional Equity & Diversity at (757) 683-3141.
Alternative Hiring Process
In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process.
To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS).
Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability.
If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx, or call DARS at 800-552-5019.
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or consistent with contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Other Document
