Computer Support Specialist-City of Independence

111 East Maple
Independence, MO 64051-0519
Phone: 816.325.7000 Fax:
Contact: Human Resources
Job Location: Independence, MO
Job Expires: 4/30/2009

Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or GED and a minimum of two years of progressively responsible related experience; or any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Must have working knowledge of data processing equipment, personal computers and packaged software; knowledge of contract preparation, government bid procedures, and purchasing rules and regulations; knowledge of recordkeeping, report preparation, filing methods, records management techniques, and standard business arithmetic including percentages and decimals.

Must be able to organize work, set priorities, meet deadlines and follow-up assignments with a minimum of direction. Requires ability to communicate clearly and effectively, orally and in writing; ability to use independent judgment within established guidelines; ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operation and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, government statutes and regulations; write reports, correspondence, and procedure manuals.

Must be proficient in operating a network personal computer to accurately and rapidly enter and retrieve data and information; email and internet; Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint (MS Access skills a plus). Physical Demands: While performing the essential functions of this job, the incumbent is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel and talk or hear. Work is performed in moderately quiet office environment. Background check, Drug testing, Valid Driver’s License.

Job Description and Wage Information:
Wage: ($2,422 - $4,174 per month) Performs professional level work in administrative and technical functions in order to facilitate the progress or completion of engineering, maintenance, repair and capital projects; maintains information database for computerized maintenance management system (CMMS); and other administrative duties at the Power & Light Department. Supports bid document development for Purchase Requisitions and Capital Improvement project contracts, including document preparation, quality control/proofing, compliance with laws, rules and guidelines for purchasing and contracts.

Completes assembly/preparation of bid books for distribution; coordination with City Clerk or Purchasing and Law Department; sets bid opening dates; maintains bidders list and distributes addenda and prepares approved contracts for signature. Performs administrative support of contract or purchase order including: daily timesheet/work report review and follow-up, and invoice reconciliation; review of contractor requests for payment by confirming quantity, unit prices and amount of payment requested for payment approval.

Provides backup support for Production timekeeping/payroll activities including daily data entry and payperiod summary reporting and purchasing requisition entry. Responsible for providing support and training to personnel in designated areas of maintenance/inventory mainframe program; maintains computer inventory, develops computer annual budget and orders computers/peripherals through Technology Services for Production Division. Performs other related duties as assigned.

IMPORTANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS!
Apply online at www.indepmo.org/hr or in the Human Resources Department, City Hall, 111 E. Maple, Independence, MO 64050. Position closes April 30, 2009 with first review of applications on April 15, 2009. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER - BILINGUAL SKILLS PREFERRED

Times: M-F Hours: 40 Start date:
Wage Range: $15.01 to $20.00
Web site: www.ci.independence.mo.us