Network Specialist 2

Interested in a challenging and constantly evolving environment learning and supporting the latest desktop hardware and operating systems? This position serves as a desktop architect and Configuration Manager (MECM) administrator within the Health and Human Services (HHS) IT Delivery Center.

This is a highly technical position that provides critical services within the Health and Human Services IT Delivery Center (HHS) managing over 20,000 workstations for some of the Commonwealth’s largest agencies. Network Specialist 2 is deeply involved in the design, engineering, and implementation of the desktop image and will also work closely with our project management team to plan and support the continuous hardware refresh cycle. Duties involve the development and continuous maintenance of software application deployments, scripts and patches utilizing the Enterprise Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM) environment.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment.
• Work hours are 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, Monday – Friday, with 60-minute lunch.
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  Telework: You will be expected to work from home (telework) but this could change and you may be required to come into the office, headquartered at 2525 North 7th Street, Harrisburg. You must have a securely configured high-speed Internet connection. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Although this is a telework position, you will be required to come to the Harrisburg office to pick up your equipment. Other reasons for coming into the office include: changes to the current telework that would require staff to come into the office, to attend training, mandatory meetings or on an ad hoc basis. Your supervisor will give you at least a 24 hour notice and all travel will be at your own expense. Parking is located at the building and is free.
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  Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

• Four years of information technology experience that includes one year of technical experience in network operation or network maintenance; or
• Two years of information technology experience that includes one year of technical experience in network operation or network maintenance, and an associate’s degree in any information technology field; or
• One year of experience as a Network Specialist 1; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes one year of technical experience in network operation or network maintenance.

• This particular positions also requires the following:
  • One or more years of full-time experience with Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM); or
  • One or more years of full-time experience with Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT); or
  • One or more years of full-time experience with Microsoft Intune.
• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
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  Failure to comply with the above application requirements will eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, six weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

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