Temporary IT User Support Technician II

Temporary IT User Support Technician II

Salary

$29.80 - $44.03 Hourly

Location

Riverside

Job Type

Temporary

Job Number

26-86183-01TJB

Department

All Departments

Opening Date

10/14/2026

Closing Date

10/19/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

• Description
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• Questions

For questions regarding this position, please contact the Recruiter listed in the Supplemental Information section.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The County of Riverside Human Resources Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) seeks to fill a Temporary IT User Support Technician II for the Riverside County Information Technology Department. This is a full time temporary position located in Riverside.

The RCIT Department seeks candidates who have excellent customer service skills developed in a Help Desk and/or Service Desk role; understand how to successfully navigate and deliver results for customers with competing agendas, processes and/or priorities; understand team dynamics when leading and mentoring and possess strong communication and organizational skills.

This is an in office position that will require field work.

Schedule: 9/80. Monday - Thursday: 7am - 5pm, Every other Friday: 7am - 4pm. Please note that hours may change depending on the team assigned to.

The most competitive candidates will have the following:

• At least 2 years of help desk experience
• At least 2 years of field experience
• Experience with large scale projects (example: setting up 50+ devices)
• Experience with Intune, Azure, ServiceNow (or other ticketing systems), and MS 365

Meet the Team!

The Riverside County Information Technology (RCIT) department provides information technology services to County departments and agencies and is entrusted with managing and safeguarding the County's enterprise and mission-critical solutions and infrastructure. RCIT is committed to cultivating a collaborative and inclusive culture that fosters best of breed solutions with a focus on problem-solving to deliver quality products and services to our customers.

TAP Benefits

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Receive, log, and route user calls for assistance or repair; monitor trouble call and resolution information; follow-up on and report aged calls to ensure timely response.
• Create and delete user accounts; maintain security by adding and removing users from security groups; reset passwords; add user home directories/group membership and modified user accounts.
• Support users assisting with tablets, smartphones, laptops, printer models, network connectivity, scanners, and desktops; install software and configure workstations; train users in access of Windows, Microsoft Exchange, Outlook, and voicemail.
• Create, check status, and dial in services for cisco accounts; report failed data circuits and phone equipment to appropriate external vendor.
• Provide customer service via phone and remote support; implement hardware upgrades for new or existing office locations.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair software, hardware, and network malfunctions.
• Log inventory hardware assets and report capital assets after installation.
• Troubleshoot and provide resolution to desktop communication problems and remote system connections; troubleshoot software, equipment errors, and coach users in correcting reported problems.
• Inform and train users in equipment and software operation.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation and procedures; perform preventative maintenance and repair hardware.
• Research, evaluate, test hardware and software products, and systems solutions; install, configure and test hardware and software, prepare reports and proposals for service.
• Carry out security administration by maintaining tables and adding, purging, and migrating users.
• Coordinate equipment deliveries, software licensing compliance, inventory, and asset control.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from high school, possession of a certificate of proficiency issued by the California State Board of Education, or attainment of a satisfactory score on a G.E.D. test. IT job-related course work from an accredited college, university, or trade school in computer science, computer information systems, data processing, information management, or a related field to the assignment is preferred.

Experience: Two years of IT job-related experience, preferably with the County of Riverside.

Other Requirements

License: Possession of a valid California Drivers License may be required.

A successful Security Clearance conducted by the Sheriffs Department is required for positions within the Riverside County Information Technology Department.

Knowledge of: The principles, methods, and techniques used in the course of work for the IT User Support Technician series; principles and techniques applied to IT devices, applications and systems; principles of organization and administration; the principles of documentation and recordkeeping, storage and retrieval.

Ability to: Gather and analyze data, reason logically, draw valid conclusions, and make appropriate recommendations; resolve technical problems and innovate more efficient use of IT resources; perform systems analysis work and problem solving; interpret and follow written and oral instructions; prepare concise reports and documents; establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, customers, other employees, and the public; communicate effectively with people at all organizational levels.

Required IT-Related Skills: Determining user information needs; installing hardware and swapping out unit/components to meet repair needs; installing software and configuring workstations to established standards; use of Windows, GroupWise, Outlook, and voicemail.

Preferred IT-Related Skills: Installing, maintaining and repairing hardware through board level swap-out; installing software and tuning workstations for optimal performance; managing projects involving responsibility for establishing objectives, activities and timelines and completing the work in accordance with established guidelines; training or coaching others in the use of Windows, GroupWise, Outlook, voicemail, and standard office automation products; use of office automation tools including database query and reporting tools; use of help desk tools; use of PC/Network performance diagnostic and tuning tools.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

For specific questions regarding this position, contact Jesus Berrelleza at JBerrelleza@rivco.org. For general inquiries, please allow up to 2 business days to receive a response.

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APPLICATION INFORMATION

Veterans Preference

The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, attach the required documents to your job application. Documents include a copy of your (or your spouses) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service. For spousal preference, and as applicable, the following documents: a copy of your marriage certificate, spouses death certificate, a letter of spouses disability and/or letter of service-related death (if available) from the U.S. Veterans Administration. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans preference. For complete details and documentation requirements, please review the Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 here: https://rivcocob.org/board-policies

Reasonable Accommodations

The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: https://rc-hr.com/disability

Work Location and Telework

In-person attendance is the standard work expectation for County of Riverside assignments. Certain assignments may be eligible for a hybrid telework schedule; however, telework arrangements are subject to management approval, operational needs, and/or may be modified or discontinued at any time. Employees who telework are expected to be able to report to their assigned worksite on short notice or as operational needs require. Unless otherwise specified for a particular position, employees are expected to reside in California following appointment. Limited exceptions may apply. Applicants should contact the assigned recruiter for additional information regarding work location expectations, telework eligibility, and residency requirements.

Proof of Education

If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.

If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE).

Work Authorization Requirement

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs, including H1-B visas, and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.

Pre-Employment

All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.

Probationary Period

As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.

General Information

Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.

Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.

Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the Apply link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veterans preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.rc-hr.com.

If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at support@governmentjobs.com or toll-free 1-855-524-5627.

BENEFIT PROGRAM: UPE

MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: A choice of different medical, dental and visions plan are available to elect. The County provides a Flexible Benefit Credit contribution as governed by the applicable LIUNA Memorandum of Understanding to contribute towards the cost of these plans.

Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list here.

MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT: County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS).

• Tier I (Classic Member - Formula 3% @ 60): Applicable to current and former County of Riverside local miscellaneous employees hired prior to 08/24/2012 and did not withdraw CalPERS contributions. The employee contribution is eight (8%) percent.
• Tier II (Classic Member - Formula 2% @ 60): Applicable to local miscellaneous employees 1) hired after 08/23/2012 through 12/31/2012; 2) Previously employed with another CalPERS contracting public agency or a reciprocal retirement system, with a break in service of less than six months between the separation date with the previous employer and the appointment date with the County of Riverside. The employee contribution is seven (7%) percent.
• Tier III (PEPRA New Member - Formula 2% @ 62): Applicable to CalPERS local miscellaneous new members hired on or after the implementation of the Public Employees Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) which took effect January 1, 2013. Effective July 1, 2023 employee contributions are 7.25% and will increase to 7.75% effective July 1, 2024.

A new member is defined as any of the following:

• A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who has no prior membership in any California Public Retirement System.
• A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who was a member with another California Public Retirement System prior to that date, but who is not subject to reciprocity upon joining CalPERS.
• A member who first established CalPERS membership prior to January 1, 2013, and who is rehired by a different CalPERS agency after a break in service of greater than six (6) months.

CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".

Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.

Note:

This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to retirement@rivco.org or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981,

Option 2.

If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If theres any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.

VACATION ACCRUAL (Bi-Weekly Accrual):

0 < 3 year = 80 Hours (10 Days)

4 < 9 years = 120 Hours (15 Days)

10 or more years = 160 Hours (20 Days)

Maximum Vacation leave accumulation is 480 hours.

SICK LEAVE: Four (4) hours Sick Leave accrual per pay period with unlimited accrual.

HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: Allowed 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 additional days can be taken from accrued Sick Leave balance)

BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: Equal to one times annual base salary not to exceed $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.

DISABILITY:

Employees contribute to State Disability Insurance (SDI), which provides wage replacement benefits for those unable to work due to non-work-related illness, injury, or pregnancy. SDI also includes Paid Family Leave benefits. The wage replacement rate, as defined by current law, is between 60-70% of wages earned during the SDI eligibility period. Benefits can be coordinated with other available leave balances to provide up to 100% of regular pay.

POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the applicable Memorandum of Understanding.

OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information.

01

Are you legally authorized to work in the United States under federal law?

• No
• Yes
• I am in the process of obtaining authorization.

02

Are you currently 18 years of age or older?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you possess a valid California Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you possess a high school diploma, G.E.D. equivalency or high school proficiency certificate?

• Yes
• No

05

How many years of full- time IT related work experience experience do you have?

• None
• Less than 12 months
• 1 year but less than 2 years
• 2 years but less than 3 years
• 3 years but less than 4 years
• 4 years but less than 5 years
• 5 years or more

06

How many years of full-time IT Help Desk experience do you have?

• No Experience
• Less than 12 months
• More than 1 year, but less than 2 years
• More than 2 years, but less than 3 years
• More than 3 years, but less than 4 years
• More than 4 years, but less than 5 years
• 5 years or more

07

How many years of full-time experience do you have conducting IT related field work?

• No Experience
• Less than 12 months
• More than 1 year, but less than 2 years
• More than 2 years, but less than 3 years
• More than 3 years, but less than 4 years
• More than 4 years, but less than 5 years
• 5 years or more

08

Do you have experience working with ServiceNow (or any other ticketing system)? (Please ensure that this experience included in application/resume)

• Yes
• No

09

Do you have experience working with Azure/Intune?

• Yes
• No

10

Do you have experience working with Microsoft 365?

• Yes
• No

11

Do you have experience installing hardware and/or software and swapping out unit/components in large scale projects? (Please ensure that this experience is included in application/resume)

• Yes
• No

12

I acknowledge that this position requires a successful Security Clearance conducted by the Riverside County Sheriffs Office.

• Yes
• No

13

I understand the physical requirements of this position, as stated in the job posting, and I am willing and able to perform these duties with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer County of Riverside

Address County Admin. Center P.O. Box 1569

4080 Lemon St., 7th floor

Riverside, California, 92502-1569

Phone Contact Recruiter for Job Information

Website http://www.rc-hr.com