Resolution - 9730RESOLUTION NO. 9730
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST
COVINA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 7223, RELATING
TO COMPENSATION AND CLASSIFICATION OF POSITIONS AS
AMENDED, AND APPROVING THE CLASSIFICATION OF COMPUTER
SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR
• WHEREAS, the new classification of Computer Systems Administrator has been created
subsequent to study and analysis; and
WHEREAS, the Personnel Commission has reviewed the proposed classification for
Computer Systems Administrator, and concurred with the Personnel Director's recommendation;
NOW, THEREFORE, The City Council of the City of West Covina does hereby resolve as
follows:
SECTION 1. That the classification of Computer Systems Administrator, attached and marked
as "Exhibit A", is hereby adopted.
SECTION 2. That the salary range for the Computer Systems Administrator of
$4,209 - $5,682, is hereby adopted.
SECTION 3. That Resolution 7223, as amended, relating to classification and compensation
of positions, is hereby further amended by this Resolution.
SECTION 4. The effective date of this Resolution is July 1, 1999.
SECTION 5. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 21st day of September, 1999.
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Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk r'4
I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing was duly adopted by the City Council on the 21st day of
September, 1999.
AYES: Herfert, Melendez, Touhey, Wong, Howard
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
City CI
• APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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CITY OF WEST COVINA
EXHIBIT "A"
CONFIDENTIAL
CLASS SPECIFICATION
SEPTEMBER 1999
COMPUTER SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR
Job Summary
Under general supervision, performs a variety of specialized duties in connection with the
•administration of the operation and maintenance of the City's computer information system, and
related work as required.
Essential Functions
1. Assists departments with assessing hardware and software needs, negotiates pricing with
vendors and makes purchases.
2. Responsible for and oversees the entire range of Information Systems. Supervises daily
operations in the absence of the supervisor. Reports to the Finance Director.
3. Research software and hardware, attend classes, and maintain a working knowledge of
networking, information processing, micrcomputer hardware, software, and procedures, in
order to plan for future and current needs.
4. Provides technical assistance, which includes troubleshooting and diagnosing user reported
problems, and network related problems for all departments except Police.
5. Provides technical assistance to users for personal computer operations utilizing
word processing, desktop publishing, database management, graphics, spreadsheets, and
other City utilized applications.
6. Maintains the Remote Access Server for department executives, enabling them to access the
network system from a remote location; also maintains Microsoft Exchange Server (E-mail),
Proxy Server (Internet), SunPro Server (Fire Department Database), File Server, APPS
Server, Printer Server, and Inventory Database.
7. Performs general maintenance of computer equipment, which includes repairing and
upgrading personal computers, replacing faulty equipment, network equipment, and printers.
8. Installs and upgrades computer hardware and software.
9. Performs computer system backup, changing passwords, and adding users to the network
system.
10. Provides Help Desk assistance, evaluating problems and resolving issues by telephone and in
person.
11. Works with Website Developer and City staff to update the West Covina Home Page.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Knowledge and Abilities
Knowledge of the operations, uses, and capabilities of personal computers, HP mainframe and
printer operations. Knowledge of network applications including Exchange, System Server, and
User Manager. Knowledge of software applications such as Desktop Publishing, Internet Browser,
Microsoft Office, E-mail, Windows Operating Systems; Windows NT Server and workstations, Back
Office; HDL Sales Tax, Property Tax, Business License, Sierra Plus, MetroScan, and Fact Plus. In
addition, knowledge of TCP/IP connectivity including Ethernet NICS, hubs, cables, and related
hardware and concepts. Good problem solving and customer service techniques are also required.
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Abilities: Research and recommend the purchase of network equipment, services and supplies.
Coordinate, direct and supervise computer network systems and operations. Prepare work plans and
time estimates for projects and proposed systems. Develop and recommend cost effective technical
systems improvements for computer network operations. Communicate clearly and concisely, both
orally and in writing. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted
in the course of work.
Experience and Training Guidelines: Any combination of experience and training that would
likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the
required knowledge and abilities would be:
Education: A Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Computer Science or Management Information
Systems or a closely related field; and
Experience: Three or more years of experience working with both personal and mainframe
computer hardware, including network systems, as well as a variety of software applications.
Licenses: Possession of or the ability to obtain a valid California Class C Driver's License.
EXHIBIT "B"
COMPUTER SYSTEMS ADMIMSTRATOR
C.� Class Title Salary Ranee
Huntington Beach Information Mgmt Spec. 4107 - 4992
Long Beach Network Administrator 4731 - 5555
West Covina Programmer Analyst I 3579 - 4831
West Covina Programmer Analyst II 3847 - 5193
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Minimum Requirements
4yr. degree + 3-5yrs. exp.
4yr degree + 3yrs. exp.
4yr. degree + 2yrs. exp.
4yr. degree + 3yrs. exp.