IT System Administrator II: Public Safety

Williamson County, TX

$80K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Vocational/technical diploma or certificate and three years of relevant experience; or four years of relevant experience
  • Knowledge of essential technology relating to the job
  • Valid driver's license required within 30 days of employment
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred
  • Technology certification in area of responsibility preferred

Responsibilities

  • Configure, administer, and maintain technology systems to meet user needs
  • Manage the configurations and processes of designated infrastructure
  • Assign roles and rights for software applications
  • Track system bugs and report resolutions
  • Develop customized tools and reports for end users
  • Perform regular testing and audits of systems and software
  • Provide advanced technical consulting and support as needed

Benefits

  • Work in a primarily indoor environment
  • Opportunity for project management within public safety technologies
  • Potential for further professional development through training programs
  • Engage in essential services as part of an emergency response team
  • Participation in a rotating after-hours on-call schedule
Full Job Description
Salary : $80,615.35 Annually
Location : 3171 SE Inner Loop, Georgetown TX 78626, TX
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 14.03407
Department: IT Public Safety
Opening Date: 09/08/2026
Closing Date: 9/14/2026 11:59 PM Central
FLSA: Exempt

JOB SUMMARY
This is an internal job opportunity exclusive to

current employees of Wiliamson County
Reporting directly to an assigned IT Manager or Director, responsible for managing, configuring, and maintaining reliable operation of countywide and/or critical technology systems or applications. Level II of III in System Administrators.

* Funding for this position will be effective October 1, 2026
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED

  • Configures, administers, and maintains designated system or application to support end users' needs
  • Manages configurations, processes, and systems of designated technology infrastructure
  • Assigns rights and roles for software applications
  • Tracks system bugs, reporting issues, and resolutions
  • Provides customized supporting tools for end users (i.e. reports, forms, workflows, reports, etc.)
  • Performs regular testing and auditing of designated systems, software, and procedures
  • Provides advanced technical consulting and support services as needed
  • Designs and delivers training programs
  • Attends all meetings and trainings, as required
  • Performs special duties as assigned

Specialized Assignment (in addition to the duties above):
Public Safety
  • Manages applications used by first responders in Williamson County and participating agencies
  • Manages hardware and software systems related to Law Enforcement, Emergency Medical Services, and Emergency Management such as Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD)
  • Manages projects related to public safety technologies
  • Participates in a rotating after hours on-call schedule

ORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPS
  • Reports directly to - IT Manager or Director
  • Direct Reports - No

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • Position involves prolonged sitting at a workstation, visual examination of documents, reaching, walking, twisting, bending, standing and occasional lifting/carrying

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS
  • Work is primarily indoors in an air-conditioned environment
  • Regular travel between work sites as required

IRREGULAR HOURS
  • Work outside of the normal office hours (Monday - Friday) may be required
  • May be deemed essential personnel in the event of an emergency
  • Regular attendance is required

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Vocational/technical diploma or certificate and three (3) years of job-related experience; OR four (4) years of job-related experience
  • Working knowledge of specific job-related technology

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Required within thirty (30) days of employment

  • Valid driver's license

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field
  • Working knowledge in all areas of technology software, hardware, data, methodologies, frameworks, and infrastructure
  • Technology certification in area of responsibility

EMPLOYMENT TESTING

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:
  • Criminal background check: Yes
  • Motor Vehicle Record check: Yes
  • Drug screening: No
  • Physical exam: No
  • Psychological exam: No
  • Additional: N/A

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
A Williamson County online application (resumes alone are not sufficient) must be received before the position is closed. Positions are open until filled, subject to close at any time after five (5) calendar days. The Human Resources Department is located at 100 Wilco Way, Georgetown, TX 78626. Phone (512) 943-1533 or visit our website at .

01

This posting is an internal opportunity for current employees of Williamson County. Are you a current Williamson County employee?
  • Yes
  • No

02

Do you have vocational/technical diploma or certificate in the information technology field and three (3) years of job-related experience; OR four (4) years of job-related experience?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Question

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