Job Description

This is technical and analytical work in the Police Department, involving the installation, operation, maintenance, repair, and ongoing support of data communications networks accessing departmental and remote sites, with multiple department file servers and personal computer applications. Work includes monitoring and supporting multiple camera systems and hardware implementations, evaluating, assessing and correcting PC/laptop issues, assisting with the planning, testing and implementation of new technology requirements; along with upgrades and software fixes; assisting with the optimization of wireless network performance, and assisting with the coordination of efforts with other city technicians, vendors and department-wide PC users. Work hours will vary and will include nights and weekends.

Salary: $61,736 - $98,425

Close Date: 11-10-2025 (11:59 PM)

To Qualify

Minimum Qualifications, Applicants must:

Possess and maintain a valid Driver License.

Have completed at least two years of college level course work in computer science, programming, network administration or related field or equivalent professional work experience within the field.

Have experience working with data backup and recovery systems.

Have experience working with storage area networks. Acknowledge this position is designated as Emergency Critical (EC) and if hired into the position, you must be immediately available to the department before, during, and after a declared emergency and/or disaster.

Desirable Qualifications. Preferred applicants:

Have a valid Bachelor's degree with major course work in computer science, information technology or related field. Have at least two years of experience in Microsoft Windows Server administration.

Have Microsoft certification such as MCSE/MCSA/MCP.

Minimum Qualification:

Applicants must meet selection standards for civilians working in the Police Department, including polygraph and background check. Please refer to the St. Petersburg Police Department Website for selection standards and screening process details:

Selection Standards:

https://police.stpete.org/employmentTelecommunicator/documents/application-process-non-sworn.pdf

Selection Process

IMPORTANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

For purposes of employment, re-employment, promotion, transfer or demotion, the most qualified applicants will be selected to continue in the hiring process. At this point, any prior criminal records will be verified. A prior criminal record will not necessarily disqualify a selected applicant from employment.


The City of St. Petersburg is committed to a Drug Free Workplace and compliance with the Department of Transportation (DOT) drug testing rules. Applicants may be required to successfully complete pre-employment drug testing and/or medical exams.

How To Apply

Apply online at www.stpete.org/jobs - Select See Open Jobs. City employees must use the Current City Employee link or use a City computer to access iRecruitment Employee Candidate.

The City of St. Petersburg is committed to affirmative action and equal opportunity employment, and encourages individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply for posted positions. In accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes, qualified servicemembers/veterans and the spouses/family members of certain servicemembers/veterans receive preference/priority in employment. Eligible applicants are responsible to apply for Veterans' Preference at the time of submission of any job application. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to apply, to interview for positions and to perform the essential job functions.