Job Announcement

IDAHO DEPARTMENT
OF FISH AND GAME ANNOUNCES
IT NETWORK ANALYST AN# 97-01636-0376 OC

Posted:May 21, 1997

Closing Date:June 11, 1997

Salary:$15.53 - $22.84 hourly

Location: Boise

THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL BE USED TO FILL IMMEDIATE AND FUTURE OPENINGS. Duties:

(a) Designs and tests local area data communications networks.

(a) Prepares specifications and plans for implementation of new or enhance networks.

(a) Designs, configures, and implements LAN/WAN hardware, software, and ancillary services for network operating efficiency.

(a) Performs or provides technical guidance in the installation and configuration of network equipment and in resolving user or systems problems.

(a) Performs router installation, router software upgrade, and connections of site to Ethernet, Token Ring, Serial, and Frame Relay Connections.

Complete application form (PC-1) and respond to the questions on the back of the announcement.
Refer to Application Procedures Form for complete instructions.

Mail application package to:OR Deliver application package to:

IDAHO PERSONNEL COMMISSION IDAHO PERSONNEL COMMISSION PO BOX 83720 700 WEST STATE STREET
BOISE, IDAHO 83720-0066 BOISE, IDAHO 83720-0066 THE STATE OFFERS COMPETITIVE BENEFITS
Any questions, please contact IPC, (208) 334-2263. Toll Free # 1-800-554-5627; TDD 1-800-542-5738; FAX # (208) 334-3182 Your application must be received by 5 p.m. Mountain Time on closing date listed above.

Testing Process

100% Rating of education and experience. A minimum score of 70 is required to place on the register.

Hiring is done without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, or disability. Appropriate consideration shall be given to veterans in accordance with applicable state and federal laws and regulations.  

PC-1.A Statement (TRAEX)
IT NETWORK ANALYST Examination Scoring Information Class Code: 01636

(a) You must completely answer all of the following questions. A resume
will not substitute.

(b) Use a separate sheet of paper. Answer each item. Be specific.
(c) To achieve your highest possible score, describe fully all of your
pertinent education and/or experience for this position. Once your application has been scored, no additional information will be accepted.. Indicate dates, and name and phone number of person(s) who can verify it. Items listed are minimum requirements. Include in your responses your specific job duties, employment dates, and employers. For training or education, include the course title, content and course/class length.

(d) Retain a copy of your entire application. We will not return it or
make copies for you.
For some of the following items, we have provided you with guides of the typical background needed to meet the minimum requirements. Other combinations of related education/experience may also qualify. Because the test for this work is an evaluation of your job-related background, be sure to provide all related education and experience in the following areas to attain your highest score.

This is the career level. At this level, incumbents focus on the enhancement of network operations and on the inter-connecting and inter-operability of computers and networks using current LAN/WAN technology. They are able to identify and resolve highly complex operating problems and provide second-tier technical support to internal staff. The major focus of this position is more on monitoring and resolving network operating problems and less on the design or enhancement of networks. Incumbents may be responsible for the technical support of LAN administration.

EXPERIENCE MUST HAVE BEEN GAINED WITHIN THE LAST FIVE YEARS EXCEPT WHERE OTHERWISE INDICATED. APPLICANT MUST CLEARLY DEMONSTRATE COMPETENCE IN EACH AREA LISTED BELOW.
(a) Describe your experience that demonstrates good knowledge of
structured wiring systems and the supporting international standards.(Descri be any appropriate vendor or other training and/or experience you have had in this area, AND indicate the date(s) of your training/experience.) [Typically, this requires completion of a vendor-based seminar or workshop, vo-tech training or certification AND at least six months experience, on-the-job training, or similar background directly related to installing structured wiring systems involving UTP wiring and single- and multi-mode fiber optics. Must show that applicant gained these skills within the last eighteen months.]     

(b) Describe your experience that demonstrates good knowledge of
fast-packet technologies in multiple locations.(Describe any appropriate vendor or other training and/or experience you have had in this area, AND indicate the date(s) of your training/experience.) [Typically, this requires completion of a vendor- seminar or workshop, vo-tech training or certification, AND at least six months experience, on-the- training or similar background directly related to inter-connecting LANs or computer systems using one or more fast-packet technologies in multiple locations (i.e., frame relay, ATM, SMDS, HDLC, SDLC, X.25 or closely comparable technology.)]     

(c) Describe your experience supporting one or more network operating
systems.(Requires at least two years experience that demonstrates an understanding of a network operating system through support of or working as a network/LAN administrator.)     

(d) Describe your experience installing, administering and configuring
two or more multi-protocol routers and CSU/DSU in multiple locations.(Descri be any experience with bridges, LAN switches, or other current technologies.) [Requires at least eighteen months experience installing, maintaining, and configuring two or more multi-protocol routers and CSU/DSU in multiple locations with TCP/IP plus other transport protocols.]     

(e) Describe your experience trouble-shooting, isolating, and
interpreting performance problems in a multiple environment.(Describe any experience with trouble-shooting problems, analyzing tools, or management systems.) [Requires at least eighteen months experience identifying, diagnosing, and resolving routine performance problems using dispatch to external service groups.]

The general application form (PC-1) may be found at the following websites:

http://www.state.id.us/fishgame/forms.htm

Note: To use this form, you must have the Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer. You can obtain this from the Adobe Website athttp://www.adobe .com/prodindex/acrobat/readstep.html. To print the form also make sure the margins on your printer setup are set at zero. Although this form is the most amount of work, I would suggest using it because it gives the agency more information to help evaluate you qualifications.

An alternative general application form (PC-1) may be found at: http://www.doe.state.id.us/ipc/
Note: Look at the bottom of the page for the application forms and information section.

For general information regarding specific permanent job announcements please contact:
Ray Greene
Personnel Manager
Idaho Department of Fish and Game
600 South Walnut
Boise, Idaho 83707-0025
(208)334-3773
rgreene_at_idfg.state.id.us  

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Thomas J. McArthur
Fisheries Staff Biologist
Idaho Department Fish and Game
600 South Walnut
Boise,  Idaho   83705-0025
Telephone:  (208)334-3701
Fax:  (208)334-2114
E-mail:  tmcarthu_at_idfg.state.id.us
Web Site:  http://www.state.id.us/fishgame/fishgame.html