City of Palm Springs
THE CITY:
Palm Springs, located in the Coachella Valley, is known for its luxurious yet relaxed lifestyle. Picture waking up to fresh air, surrounded by palm trees, and enjoying stunning mountain views. This city offers a perfect blend of nature and modern living for both residents and visitors. Palm Springs is ideal for families, offering numerous parks, gardens, and nature reserves for leisurely activities and wildlife encounters. With a wide range of attractions and events, there’s always something fun for everyone in the family. To see the exciting things going on, visit Engage Palm Springs website. The City of Palm Springs is committed to cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, from policies to inclusive healthcare, and making people of various backgrounds feel welcome and supported. To view our recent Human Rights Campaign, visit Municipal Equity Index website.
THE POSITION: This position is a member of the Information Technology Department and provides expert technical system administration for physical and virtual servers, related technologies, and devices, and applications; maintains, analyzes, designs, implements, and manages an enterprise LAN/WAN comprised of converged technology for data, voice, video, security, wireless, fiber, and copper infrastructure; focus administration and planning of the unified LAN/WAN/MAN wired and wireless technology used by the City; identifies and mitigates issues related to network vulnerability, traffic, and protocol problems on clients, servers, and the data flow infrastructure; and performs a variety of technical tasks related to assigned areas of responsibility.
Essential Responsibilities:
Plan, design, develop, implement, and maintain the City's wireless, wide, and local area networks and infrastructure.
Act as an expert systems administrator for physical and virtual servers on the City's network.
Evaluate and implement current and emerging technology appropriate to enhance reliability and extend the capabilities of the City's environment.
Monitor network operations to identify traffic flow, latency, and capacity issues; develop, recommend, plan, and implement new technologies and services to satisfy capacity and performance requirements.
Lead or participate in the evaluation and selection of hardware and software applicable to City network needs; coordinate the installation and maintenance of servers, clients, circuits, and data communications equipment; configure routers, switches, concentrator, firewalls, and other network devices.
Monitor network security and performance including adding applications, users, and devices; identify unauthorized access and potential security risks; recommend and participate in projects to enhance network security.
Perform DBMS backup/recovery/tuning and monitor data integrity; develop and maintain system security and firewall requirements based on City standards and department needs.
Investigate, configure, and maintain complex physical technology including, but not limited to, wireless, wide, and local area networks, servers, workstations, and printers; develop and implement backup and disaster recovery for physical and virtualized systems.
Investigate, configure, and maintain complex virtual technology including, but not limited to, virtual private networks, virtual local area networks, virtual servers, and virtual workstations; assist in the migration of systems from physical hardware to virtual systems.
Investigate, configure, and migrate physical servers to virtual environments, virtual servers to physical environments, and develop distributed backup/failover/migration plans for business continuity in a disaster.
Investigate and implement Domain to Domain connections including authentication, use, and restriction of access to systems across Domains, and appropriate firewall, and auditing/tracking technologies.
Investigate, recommend, and configure wireless technology with new and existing networks.
Document configurations and potential security issues and solutions in integrating wireless access to networks.
Perform technical writing in the development and production of system documentation, instruction, and procedural manuals.
Interact with managers, staff, vendors, and consultants regarding the City's computer resources and services.
Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay current on essential knowledge and practices by obtaining necessary training, and subsequently providing the latest training and assistance to staff on use of applications as appropriate.
Provide user support and training for computer, network, e-mail, security, database, and web systems and hardware.
Prepare various reports of server and system use and maintain a detailed inventory and records of repairs.
Plan, prioritize and schedule work and tasks for project team members.
Assist in performing technical tasks including installing, trouble‑shooting, testing, repairing, servicing, and customizing computers, telephones, audio visual systems, voicemail, pagers, mobile devices, and supporting software and services.
Assist in providing computer users with equipment, software programs, and application procedures.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements: Minimum requirements must be clearly demonstrated on the application to be considered. Experience requirements must be demonstrated in the "Work Experience" section of the application; other sections will not be used for this purpose. (One year of work experience is the equivalent of 12 months of full‑time work.) Qualifications noted as "desirable" or "preferred" are not part of the minimum requirements.
Experience
Three (3) years of increasing responsible experience in information systems operations and maintenance is required, which includes:
The development and administration of computer systems, telecommunication systems, and computer LAN, WAN, or MAN networks.
Maintenance and repair of file and/or application servers and network hardware, and related equipment.
Education A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Administration or a related field or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities is required. (Education may be substituted on a year for year basis with related job experience, experience is in addition to any other required experience.)
License or Certificates
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver License with a satisfactory driving record is required.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an Airport Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) Badge, which is approved through the Federal Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is required.
Cisco CCNA or higher is preferred.
Microsoft MCSE is preferred.
Network + Certification is preferred.
Special Requirements
Incumbent will be enrolled in the California Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) Pull Notice Program.
Must successfully complete a pre‑employment background investigation, fingerprints and a physical and drug screen.
Working Conditions This position works in an office environment with exposure to computer screens and noise and may require the ability to operate equipment and machinery with some complex adjustments such as a computer keyboard/terminal, digitizer, scanner, plotter, printers, photocopier, and calculator; the ability to coordinate eyes, hands, feet, and limbs in performing semi-skilled movements such as rapid keyboard use or operate standard computer; the ability to exert light to moderate physical effort in sedentary to light work, which may involve some lifting, pushing, climbing ladders, bending kneeling, reaching, carrying and walking, and/or pulling of objects and materials of 5-45 pounds, and the ability to recognize and identify harmonious or contrasting combinations of, as well as recognize individual characteristics of, colors, textures, and forms associated with job‑related objects, materials, and tasks. Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation.
Application Requirements A cover letter, resume, completed application and supplemental questionnaire are required by the closing date and time. Applications will be reviewed carefully and only those who appear to have the best qualifications will be invited to continue in the selection process. Resumes and other documents may be submitted, however, they will not be used to determine minimum qualifications. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee an invitation to compete further in the process. Minimum requirements must be met at the time of application submission unless stated otherwise.
Contact The City of Palm Springs 3111 East Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262 www.palmspringsca.gov 760‑323‑8215
Applications must be received by 4:00pm, January 20, 2026 in order to be considered for this opportunity. The City of Palm Springs reserves the right to accelerate or extend the "Closing Date" of open positions at any time, dependent upon the number of applications received.
The City of Palm Springs is an equal employment opportunity employer and we encourage all persons to file applications. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, family or marital status, disability, medical condition or pregnancy, genetic information, religious or political affiliation, or veteran status.
Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, City of Palm Springs Employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.
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THE POSITION: This position is a member of the Information Technology Department and provides expert technical system administration for physical and virtual servers, related technologies, and devices, and applications; maintains, analyzes, designs, implements, and manages an enterprise LAN/WAN comprised of converged technology for data, voice, video, security, wireless, fiber, and copper infrastructure; focus administration and planning of the unified LAN/WAN/MAN wired and wireless technology used by the City; identifies and mitigates issues related to network vulnerability, traffic, and protocol problems on clients, servers, and the data flow infrastructure; and performs a variety of technical tasks related to assigned areas of responsibility.
Essential Responsibilities:
Plan, design, develop, implement, and maintain the City's wireless, wide, and local area networks and infrastructure.
Act as an expert systems administrator for physical and virtual servers on the City's network.
Evaluate and implement current and emerging technology appropriate to enhance reliability and extend the capabilities of the City's environment.
Monitor network operations to identify traffic flow, latency, and capacity issues; develop, recommend, plan, and implement new technologies and services to satisfy capacity and performance requirements.
Lead or participate in the evaluation and selection of hardware and software applicable to City network needs; coordinate the installation and maintenance of servers, clients, circuits, and data communications equipment; configure routers, switches, concentrator, firewalls, and other network devices.
Monitor network security and performance including adding applications, users, and devices; identify unauthorized access and potential security risks; recommend and participate in projects to enhance network security.
Perform DBMS backup/recovery/tuning and monitor data integrity; develop and maintain system security and firewall requirements based on City standards and department needs.
Investigate, configure, and maintain complex physical technology including, but not limited to, wireless, wide, and local area networks, servers, workstations, and printers; develop and implement backup and disaster recovery for physical and virtualized systems.
Investigate, configure, and maintain complex virtual technology including, but not limited to, virtual private networks, virtual local area networks, virtual servers, and virtual workstations; assist in the migration of systems from physical hardware to virtual systems.
Investigate, configure, and migrate physical servers to virtual environments, virtual servers to physical environments, and develop distributed backup/failover/migration plans for business continuity in a disaster.
Investigate and implement Domain to Domain connections including authentication, use, and restriction of access to systems across Domains, and appropriate firewall, and auditing/tracking technologies.
Investigate, recommend, and configure wireless technology with new and existing networks.
Document configurations and potential security issues and solutions in integrating wireless access to networks.
Perform technical writing in the development and production of system documentation, instruction, and procedural manuals.
Interact with managers, staff, vendors, and consultants regarding the City's computer resources and services.
Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay current on essential knowledge and practices by obtaining necessary training, and subsequently providing the latest training and assistance to staff on use of applications as appropriate.
Provide user support and training for computer, network, e-mail, security, database, and web systems and hardware.
Prepare various reports of server and system use and maintain a detailed inventory and records of repairs.
Plan, prioritize and schedule work and tasks for project team members.
Assist in performing technical tasks including installing, trouble‑shooting, testing, repairing, servicing, and customizing computers, telephones, audio visual systems, voicemail, pagers, mobile devices, and supporting software and services.
Assist in providing computer users with equipment, software programs, and application procedures.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements: Minimum requirements must be clearly demonstrated on the application to be considered. Experience requirements must be demonstrated in the "Work Experience" section of the application; other sections will not be used for this purpose. (One year of work experience is the equivalent of 12 months of full‑time work.) Qualifications noted as "desirable" or "preferred" are not part of the minimum requirements.
Experience
Three (3) years of increasing responsible experience in information systems operations and maintenance is required, which includes:
The development and administration of computer systems, telecommunication systems, and computer LAN, WAN, or MAN networks.
Maintenance and repair of file and/or application servers and network hardware, and related equipment.
Education A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Network Administration or a related field or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities is required. (Education may be substituted on a year for year basis with related job experience, experience is in addition to any other required experience.)
License or Certificates
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver License with a satisfactory driving record is required.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an Airport Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) Badge, which is approved through the Federal Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is required.
Cisco CCNA or higher is preferred.
Microsoft MCSE is preferred.
Network + Certification is preferred.
Special Requirements
Incumbent will be enrolled in the California Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) Pull Notice Program.
Must successfully complete a pre‑employment background investigation, fingerprints and a physical and drug screen.
Working Conditions This position works in an office environment with exposure to computer screens and noise and may require the ability to operate equipment and machinery with some complex adjustments such as a computer keyboard/terminal, digitizer, scanner, plotter, printers, photocopier, and calculator; the ability to coordinate eyes, hands, feet, and limbs in performing semi-skilled movements such as rapid keyboard use or operate standard computer; the ability to exert light to moderate physical effort in sedentary to light work, which may involve some lifting, pushing, climbing ladders, bending kneeling, reaching, carrying and walking, and/or pulling of objects and materials of 5-45 pounds, and the ability to recognize and identify harmonious or contrasting combinations of, as well as recognize individual characteristics of, colors, textures, and forms associated with job‑related objects, materials, and tasks. Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation.
Application Requirements A cover letter, resume, completed application and supplemental questionnaire are required by the closing date and time. Applications will be reviewed carefully and only those who appear to have the best qualifications will be invited to continue in the selection process. Resumes and other documents may be submitted, however, they will not be used to determine minimum qualifications. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee an invitation to compete further in the process. Minimum requirements must be met at the time of application submission unless stated otherwise.
Contact The City of Palm Springs 3111 East Tahquitz Canyon Way Palm Springs, CA 92262 www.palmspringsca.gov 760‑323‑8215
Applications must be received by 4:00pm, January 20, 2026 in order to be considered for this opportunity. The City of Palm Springs reserves the right to accelerate or extend the "Closing Date" of open positions at any time, dependent upon the number of applications received.
The City of Palm Springs is an equal employment opportunity employer and we encourage all persons to file applications. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, family or marital status, disability, medical condition or pregnancy, genetic information, religious or political affiliation, or veteran status.
Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, City of Palm Springs Employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.
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