IT Technical Specialist 1-2

IT Technical Specialist 1-2

Salary

$4,770.00 - $8,589.00 Monthly

Location

Baton Rouge, LA

Job Type

Classified

Job Number

TRSL-05282026-ST

Department

Teachers Retirement System of LA

Division

Information Technology

Opening Date

05/28/2026

Closing Date

6/7/2026 11:59 PM Central

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About this Job

Do you enjoy being a self-driven project manager, love what you do and want to make a difference? Come join us. At TRSL, we give back to our state's teachers by providing retirement security and excellent service. You will join an open and collaborative team which uses the latest technologies. You will enjoy a lot of autonomy in the IT department and assist in deciding how projects will be executed. From day one, we will train you, we will challenge you and we will give you opportunities to grow to become a top rate IT Network and Server Administrator.

Why work for TRSL?

• Service - All Louisianans have benefited from teachers that inspire and encourage us. At TRSL we give back to our state's teachers by providing retirement security and excellent service.
• Culture - We value and support employees through open communication, professional development, recognition, and by creating a sense of community.
• Growth - TRSL encourages professional growth in a number of ways including professional development plans and career progression groups through SCS. We also offer financial assistance for professional certifications and postsecondary/graduate-level courses.
• Benefits - TRSL offers a generous benefits package including: a defined benefit pension plan, health insurance that is also available post-retirement, at least 10 paid holidays, sick and annual leave that rolls over from year to year, paid or time off accrued for hours worked over 40 per week, a deferred compensation plan, a flexible benefits plan, alternate work schedules, etc.
• Location - TRSL is conveniently located near the I-10 / I-12 split on Essen Lane, away from the congestion of downtown Baton Rouge.

This role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining a comprehensive server and network infrastructure across multiple data centers. Additionally, it requires collaboration with cross-functional teams, including Help Desk, Application Development, and Server Administrators, to ensure seamless integration and support for IT services. In this role, the incumbent will have the opportunity to work with the latest technologies in two data centers, leveraging DevOps principles to drive efficiency and automation. This will involve implementing and utilizing advanced tools and techniques to optimize system and network performance, scalability, and security.

Ideal Candidate:

• Knowledge of server and network infrastructure, including data centers and disaster recovery
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with ability to troubleshoot complex issues quickly and effectively
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with ability to work with cross-functional teams
• Knowledge of security software and patch management, as well as compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks effectively
• Knowledge of helpdesk automation tools and services.
• Ability to work in virtual servers, next generation firewalls and latest data backup technology
• Directly and indirectly support customers, vendors, and staff by providing top tier customer service.
• Continuous learner, takes initiative, and understands what it takes to get outstanding customer satisfaction
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively across all teams
• Energetic - brings enthusiasm and direction to the team
• Driven - works with a sense of urgency in all tasks
• Achievement-oriented - enjoys taking on challenges
• Someone who is dependable and can be counted on

Minimum Qualifications

Six years of experience in information technology; OR

Six years of full-time work experience in any field plus four years of experience in information technology; OR

An associates degree in information technology plus four years of experience in information technology; OR

A bachelor's degree plus four years of experience in information technology; OR

A bachelor's degree with twenty-four semester hours in an information technology, computer science, engineering, mathematics, or business analytics field plus three years of experience in information technology; OR

A master's degree plus three years of experience in information technology.

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:

Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.

NOTE:

A certification in an approved area may be substituted for the education and/or experience requirements at the time of hire or promotion, provided the appointment is made from a Certificate of Eligibles.

Job Specification

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties and Other Information

Job Duties:

Duties for this position include, but are not limited to:

• Design, implement, and maintain server and network infrastructure to meet business needs
• Provide day-to-day administration of specific applications and/or entire networks, ensuring optimal performance and security
• Administer hardware/software system installation, backup, and monitoring to minimize downtime and ensure data integrity
• Configure and apply security settings to network and servers for internal and external networks, adhering to industry standards and regulatory requirements
• Develop and implement procedures for deployment, upgrade, and maintenance of IT systems
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting services for Imaging/Workflow, firewalls, helpdesk automation tools, application servers, virtual machine servers, file servers, and Storage Area Network
• Identify and address security-related issues and vulnerability mitigation through patching, upgrading, and proactive monitoring of logs and alerts
• Support Disaster Recovery sites and technologies as required, both remotely and onsite
• Ensure IT system production jobs run smoothly on a daily basis, adhering to set schedules and deadlines
• Manage print and sealing jobs for critical business documents, such as payroll checks, member statements, and other print materials

Position Specific Details:

Appointment Type: This vacancy may be filled as a Probation, Promotion, or Detail to Special Duty. Current classified permanent status employees may be required to accept a Probational Appointment.

Compensation: This position has a Special Entrance Rate (SER) at each level:

• The IT Technical Specialist 1 (TS-314) has a starting rate of: $2,304.80 (bi-weekly)
• The IT Technical Specialist 2 (TS-315) has a starting rate of: $2,452.80 (bi-weekly)

Career Progression: This position may be filled as an IT Specialist 1 or 2, depending on level of experience of the selected applicant.

Please click each job title above to review specific information on the salary range, minimum qualifications and job concepts IT TECHNICAL SPECIALIST 1orIT TECHNICAL SPECIALIST 2.

How to Apply

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

• Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Applicants with international degrees must provide an equivalency evaluation and a copy of their transcripts at the time of application.

Additional TRSL Job Postings can be found HERE.

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

Sarah Templet - Human Resources

Teachers Retirement System of Louisiana

P.O. Box 94123

Baton Rouge, LA 70804

Ph: 225-922-2659

Fax: 225-922-2579

Email:sarah.templet@trsl.org

All prospective new hires will be subject to employment eligibility verification via the federal government's E-Verify system.

TRSL is a Substance Abuse and Drug-Free workplace. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, TRSL is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace prohibiting discrimination on the basis of any non-merit factor.

TRSL is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.

As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:

Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/

Parental Leave - Up to six weeks paid parental leave

More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx

Holidays and Leave - State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:

• New Years Day
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
• Mardi Gras,
• Good Friday,
• Memorial Day,
• Independence Day,
• Labor Day,
• Veterans Day,
• Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
• Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor

State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.

Retirement - State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):

• Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system
• Teachers Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),
• Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others

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Have you worked on projects that required collaboration with multiple IT teams and stakeholders from different departments or organizations? If so, can you share an example?

02

Please list some common data center hardware components youve worked with, including servers, storage systems, network equipment, and power management systems. For each component, please indicate your level of experience (beginner, intermediate, expert) and the number of years youve been working with it.

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Please list 3-5 data center technologies youve worked with, including virtualization, cloud computing, or cybersecurity. For each technology, please indicate your level of experience (beginner, intermediate, expert) and the number of years youve been working with.

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If you have supervisory or leadership experience in the past, please summarize your key accomplishments and achievements in each role, along with years of experience.

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Are you a retiree of TRSL, LASERS, or ay other state retirement system?

• Yes
• No

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Employer State of Louisiana

Address 1201 N 3rd St

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70802

Phone (866) 783-5462

Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm