$108,504.42 - $173,172.76 Annually
LocationPompano Beach, FL
Job TypeFull-Time
Job Number1413372
DepartmentPW WWS Operations Div Lab
Opening Date02/13/2025
Closing DateContinuous
Veterans' Preference NoticeUnder Section 295.07, Florida Statutes, certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment with Broward County and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.
Description Benefits Questions REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCESThe Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for SCADA Systems/Operational Technology (OT) Administrator.
**Broward County is not accepting attachments for this recruitment, including resumes or similar supporting documentation. Please ensure you complete the application in its entirety and include all information you want considered**NOTE: Announcement is open until a sufficient number of applications are received and may close at any time.
General Description
The SCADA Systems/Operational Technology (OT) Administrator for the Water and Wastewater Operations Division administers the daily operations of the agency's Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) Systems and programming activities. Leads, develops and implements Operational Technology (OT) initiatives that enable the division to meet its short- and long-term goals and objectives. Ensures the division OT infrastructure is successfully engineered to maintain the most stable environment by identifying needs and developing and providing appropriate training and support for all users. Develops OT policies and procedures to ensure consistency with standards and common systems. Experience with managing change process while maintaining a stable environment. Implements and oversees operation budget and expenditures.
Plans, designs, implements, and administers the SCADA network, including, but not limited to automation control, communication, servers, Virtualization, Domain Controllers, Active Directory, and network support systems. Researches and evaluates new and existing approved operational methods, software, techniques and equipment, and recommends their application in existing SCADA systems. Acquires software as well as hardware used in control systems and provides resolution to hardware, application software and SCADA system problems. Performs SCADA related work with consultants, integrators, and contractors.
Provides technical leadership and direction in ensuring successful integration of new processes and technologies with existing SCADA systems. Motivates, and develops all staff within the SCADA Division. Ensures the organizational structure is appropriate for supporting the organization's current and future needs by recruiting appropriate talent. Must have strong written, verbal, interpersonal and presentation communication skills.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in computer science, public or business administration or closely related field.
(One year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of required education.)
Requires four (4) years of high level supervisory experience in planning, managing and implementing large and complex technology solutions relevant to area of assignment or closely related experience.
Special Certifications and Licenses RequiredValid Florida Class E Driver's License is required for duration of appointment.PreferencesMaster's Degree or higher in Computer Science or closely related field.International Society of Automation (ISA) Certified Automation Professional (CAP) Certificate.International Society of Automation (ISA) Cybersecurity Fundamentals Specialist Certification or equivalent Industrial Controls Systems Security certification.Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.At least (3) years of System Administrator experience including servers and startup.At least (3) years of experience in water/wastewater SCADA management.At least (3) years of experience with performing research, data analysis, and feasibility studies in order to submit technical and management reports.At least (3) years experience with managing complex and sophisticated mission critical projects.At least (3) years experience with Windows Servers, Virtualization (VMWare, HyperV, etc.), Domain Controllers, Active Directory, and Storage Area Networks.
International Degrees
For consideration of international degrees, you must have your degree evaluated by an approved member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). To access the NACES Membership directory, please visitwww.naces.org/members.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.
Directs the acquisition, development, testing, implementation, enhancements and maintenance of custom and packaged applications; provides research to determine how and when new and emerging information technology products and service approaches can provide significant measurable benefits.
Meets with staff, peers, agency directors, and customers to conduct analysis, provide appropriate services and support to assist with their projects and initiatives; provides senior management with related group information to assist in planning and decision making within the organization.
Acquires core computer hardware and software; installs, configures and upgrades systems; leads feasibility studies and cost/benefit analysis of business requirements; performs resource management planning.
Manages system administration policies and standards on servers and associated operating system settings as associated with infrastructure architecture; operates call center.
Assists with IT security policy development and management; maintains configuration management and change control for the enterprise.
Performs related work as assigned.
WORK ENVIRONMENTPhysical Demands
Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.
Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.
Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.
None.
Broward is a dynamic county that offers an exciting, stable career with incredible employee benefits such as 11 annual holidays, accrued annual/vacation and sick leave, FRS retirement, $50,000 of free life insurance, training and development, and participation eligibility in a deferred compensation (457) plan with a match up to $2,600. In addition, Broward County offers 2 health plans, a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a County-funded Health Savings Account (HSA), and a Consumer Driven Health plan (CDH), Dental insurance, Vision insurance and Section 125 Flexible spending accounts for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care. Part-time 20+ benefit eligible employees receive the benefits described above at a reduced amount. Additional information about Broward County Benefits.
01 *In order to be considered, applicants must provide accurate and complete education and work history information in its entirety. The referenced information listed on the online application will be used to determine the applicant's qualifications toward meeting the minimum requirements for the position (e.g., if you list that you have 6 years of experience in a certain field, that experience must be easily identifiable on the 'Work Experience' section of your application).* Please note: Broward County is no longer accepting attachments to job applications, including resumes or similar supporting documentation. Please ensure you complete the application in its entirety and include all information you want considered. If the experience you reference in the below questions is not clearly included and described in your Work History section, your application will be considered not qualified for this position and you may be removed from consideration. Do you understand, in order to be considered for this position, accurate and complete education and work history information must be provided? Yes No 02 Do you have or have the ability to obtain a valid Florida Driver's License by the time of hire? Yes No No, out of state driver's license and able to obtain a Florida driver's license. 03 What is the highest level of education that you have achieved with major coursework in computer science, public or business administration or closely related field? For consideration of international degrees, you must have your degree evaluated by an approved member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). To access the NACES Membership directory, please visit www.naces.org/members. No Degree Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree (or higher) 04 If you have a degree, please specify the field of study that your degree is in. 05 How many years of high-level supervisory experience in planning, managing and implementing large and complex technology solutions for SCADA systems do you possess? Less than 2 years 2 years to less than 4 years 4 years to less than 6 years 6 years or more 06 Describe the experience you referenced for the above question and indicate which position(s) in your application's Work History supports your response. 07 From the following list, please select your achievements you have accomplished. International Society of Automation (ISA) Certified Automation Professional (CAP) Certificate. International Society of Automation (ISA) Cybersecurity Fundamentals Specialist Certification or equivalent Industrial Controls Security certification. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification. None of the Above 08 Do you possess at least (3) years of System Administrator experience including servers and startup? Yes No 09 Do you possess at least (3) years of experience in water/wastewater SCADA management? Yes No 10 Do you possess at least (3) years of experience with performing research, data analysis, and feasibility studies in order to submit technical and management reports? Yes No 11 Describe the experience you referenced for the above question and indicate which position(s) in your application's Work History supports your response. 12 Do you possess at least (3) years' experience with managing complex and sophisticated mission critical projects? Yes No 13 Describe the experience you referenced for the above question and indicate which position(s) in your application's Work History supports your response. 14 Do you possess at least (3) years' experience with Windows Servers, Virtualization (VMWare, HyperV, etc.), Domain Controllers, Active Directory, and Storage Area Networks? Yes No 15 Describe the experience you referenced for the above question and indicate which position(s) in your application's Work History supports your response. 16 Do you acknowledge that all WWS employees are considered essential personnel, and may be called to work at any time during a declared emergency to perform emergency functions as needed? Yes NoRequired Question
Employer Broward County Address 115 S. Andrews Ave.Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301-4800 Phone (954) 831-4000
Website http://www.broward.org/careers REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES
The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for SCADA Systems/Operational Technology (OT) Administrator.
**Broward County is not accepting attachments for this recruitment, including resumes or similar supporting documentation. Please ensure you complete the application in its entirety and include all information you want considered**NOTE: Announcement is open until a sufficient number of applications are received and may close at any time.
General Description
The SCADA Systems/Operational Technology (OT) Administrator for the Water and Wastewater Operations Division administers the daily operations of the agency's Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) Systems and programming activities. Leads, develops and implements Operational Technology (OT) initiatives that enable the division to meet its short- and long-term goals and objectives. Ensures the division OT infrastructure is successfully engineered to maintain the most stable environment by identifying needs and developing and providing appropriate training and support for all users. Develops OT policies and procedures to ensure consistency with standards and common systems. Experience with managing change process while maintaining a stable environment. Implements and oversees operation budget and expenditures.
Plans, designs, implements, and administers the SCADA network, including, but not limited to automation control, communication, servers, Virtualization, Domain Controllers, Active Directory, and network support systems. Researches and evaluates new and existing approved operational methods, software, techniques and equipment, and recommends their application in existing SCADA systems. Acquires software as well as hardware used in control systems and provides resolution to hardware, application software and SCADA system problems. Performs SCADA related work with consultants, integrators, and contractors.
Provides technical leadership and direction in ensuring successful integration of new processes and technologies with existing SCADA systems. Motivates, and develops all staff within the SCADA Division. Ensures the organizational structure is appropriate for supporting the organization's current and future needs by recruiting appropriate talent. Must have strong written, verbal, interpersonal and presentation communication skills.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in computer science, public or business administration or closely related field.
(One year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of required education.)
Requires four (4) years of high level supervisory experience in planning, managing and implementing large and complex technology solutions relevant to area of assignment or closely related experience.
Special Certifications and Licenses RequiredValid Florida Class E Driver's License is required for duration of appointment.PreferencesMaster's Degree or higher in Computer Science or closely related field.International Society of Automation (ISA) Certified Automation Professional (CAP) Certificate.International Society of Automation (ISA) Cybersecurity Fundamentals Specialist Certification or equivalent Industrial Controls Systems Security certification.Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.At least (3) years of System Administrator experience including servers and startup.At least (3) years of experience in water/wastewater SCADA management.At least (3) years of experience with performing research, data analysis, and feasibility studies in order to submit technical and management reports.At least (3) years experience with managing complex and sophisticated mission critical projects.At least (3) years experience with Windows Servers, Virtualization (VMWare, HyperV, etc.), Domain Controllers, Active Directory, and Storage Area Networks.
International Degrees
For consideration of international degrees, you must have your degree evaluated by an approved member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). To access the NACES Membership directory, please visitwww.naces.org/members.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.
Directs the acquisition, development, testing, implementation, enhancements and maintenance of custom and packaged applications; provides research to determine how and when new and emerging information technology products and service approaches can provide significant measurable benefits.
Meets with staff, peers, agency directors, and customers to conduct analysis, provide appropriate services and support to assist with their projects and initiatives; provides senior management with related group information to assist in planning and decision making within the organization.
Acquires core computer hardware and software; installs, configures and upgrades systems; leads feasibility studies and cost/benefit analysis of business requirements; performs resource management planning.
Manages system administration policies and standards on servers and associated operating system settings as associated with infrastructure architecture; operates call center.
Assists with IT security policy development and management; maintains configuration management and change control for the enterprise.
Performs related work as assigned.
WORK ENVIRONMENTPhysical Demands
Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.
Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.
Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.
None.
Broward is a dynamic county that offers an exciting, stable career with incredible employee benefits such as 11 annual holidays, accrued annual/vacation and sick leave, FRS retirement, $50,000 of free life insurance, training and development, and participation eligibility in a deferred compensation (457) plan with a match up to $2,600. In addition, Broward County offers 2 health plans, a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a County-funded Health Savings Account (HSA), and a Consumer Driven Health plan (CDH), Dental insurance, Vision insurance and Section 125 Flexible spending accounts for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care. Part-time 20+ benefit eligible employees receive the benefits described above at a reduced amount. Additional information about Broward County Benefits.
01 *In order to be considered, applicants must provide accurate and complete education and work history information in its entirety. The referenced information listed on the online application will be used to determine the applicant's qualifications toward meeting the minimum requirements for the position (e.g., if you list that you have 6 years of experience in a certain field, that experience must be easily identifiable on the 'Work Experience' section of your application).* Please note: Broward County is no longer accepting attachments to job applications, including resumes or similar supporting documentation. Please ensure you complete the application in its entirety and include all information you want considered. If the experience you reference in the below questions is not clearly included and described in your Work History section, your application will be considered not qualified for this position and you may be removed from consideration. Do you understand, in order to be considered for this position, accurate and complete education and work history information must be provided? Yes No 02 Do you have or have the ability to obtain a valid Florida Driver's License by the time of hire? Yes No No, out of state driver's license and able to obtain a Florida driver's license. 03 What is the highest level of education that you have achieved with major coursework in computer science, public or business administration or closely related field? For consideration of international degrees, you must have your degree evaluated by an approved member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). To access the NACES Membership directory, please visit www.naces.org/members. No Degree Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree (or higher) 04 If you have a degree, please specify the field of study that your degree is in. 05 How many years of high-level supervisory experience in planning, managing and implementing large and complex technology solutions for SCADA systems do you possess? Less than 2 years 2 years to less than 4 years 4 years to less than 6 years 6 years or more 06 Describe the experience you referenced for the above question and indicate which position(s) in your application's Work History supports your response. 07 From the following list, please select your achievements you have accomplished. International Society of Automation (ISA) Certified Automation Professional (CAP) Certificate. International Society of Automation (ISA) Cybersecurity Fundamentals Specialist Certification or equivalent Industrial Controls Security certification. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification. None of the Above 08 Do you possess at least (3) years of System Administrator experience including servers and startup? Yes No 09 Do you possess at least (3) years of experience in water/wastewater SCADA management? Yes No 10 Do you possess at least (3) years of experience with performing research, data analysis, and feasibility studies in order to submit technical and management reports? Yes No 11 Describe the experience you referenced for the above question and indicate which position(s) in your application's Work History supports your response. 12 Do you possess at least (3) years' experience with managing complex and sophisticated mission critical projects? Yes No 13 Describe the experience you referenced for the above question and indicate which position(s) in your application's Work History supports your response. 14 Do you possess at least (3) years' experience with Windows Servers, Virtualization (VMWare, HyperV, etc.), Domain Controllers, Active Directory, and Storage Area Networks? Yes No 15 Describe the experience you referenced for the above question and indicate which position(s) in your application's Work History supports your response. 16 Do you acknowledge that all WWS employees are considered essential personnel, and may be called to work at any time during a declared emergency to perform emergency functions as needed? Yes NoRequired Question
Employer Broward County Address 115 S. Andrews Ave.Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301-4800 Phone (954) 831-4000
Website http://www.broward.org/careers